The secret to contentment

I can do everything through him who gives me strength. - Philippians 4:13 If you're a Christian, you've likely heard this verse and probably even have it memorized. Chances are pretty good that even if you're not a Christian you've heard this verse somewhere. People quote it often in a variety of contexts. Admittedly, I … Continue reading The secret to contentment

God’s Top Priority

I recently heard it said that God will make us his top priority if we make him ours. At first it seemed a presumptuous thing to assume. Why would the Creator of the Universe put me on the top of his list? I mean, he has a pretty long list of things to take care … Continue reading God’s Top Priority

Victory

Sometimes I feel like I'm walking through my days as though I am defeated. As though I've lost the race but I still need to get to the finish line so I drag myself along, tired and without much joy or motivation. Repeating to myself my sad little mantra; "That's just the way it is." … Continue reading Victory

Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act!

Tomorrow, the first Thursday of May, is the National Day of Prayer. Christians will be gathering all around the country in order to lift our nation up in prayer. If you can, I encourage you to find an event in your area and join your brothers and sisters in Christ in public prayer. If you … Continue reading Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act!

Hindsight

I'm not sure if you've ever had the chance to get to know King David. The “man after God's own heart”. (1 Samuel 13:14) If you haven't, I suggest you read Samuel 1 & 2. Not only was he the great King of Israel and the ancestor of Jesus, he was also a guy that … Continue reading Hindsight