The book of Revelation begins with a series of letters from Jesus to seven churches that lined the main Roman road. The believers in these churches were suffering persecution for their faith and each one faced their own challenges. When we read these letters, we see glimpses of our churches today as well as struggles … Continue reading It is the love of Jesus that beckons the lost
Tag: Love
A mother’s joy
A mother is her child’s biggest supporter. She is always ready to cheer for their successes, big and small. She treasures the stick-figure drawings made by their little hands. She applauds at all their performances. She lifts them up in prayer through every journey and she smiles at every accomplishment. A mother believes in the … Continue reading A mother’s joy
Unreciprocated kindness
Be kind. This is a clear mandate in scripture without any conditions attached to it. Love your neighbor as yourself. Love your enemies. Do unto others as you would have them do to you. There is no question that we are supposed to treat other people with kindness even if they don’t return the favor. … Continue reading Unreciprocated kindness
Protecting our relationships
Lately I've been thinking a lot about relationships and how important it is to protect them. Our relationship with God; with our spouse; with our children; with our family, friends and neighbors. The devil doesn't want us to think about that. He wants to do all he can to convince us that our differences must … Continue reading Protecting our relationships
We have all the power we need!
"So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you...If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to … Continue reading We have all the power we need!