“Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” --John 8:12 (New Living Translation) Many times, for whatever reason, life calls us to leave our comfort zones. [...]
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." James 1:2-3 I have always admired people who can find joy in everyday situations. Kids have taught their parents to have fun splashing around for a few minutes in the rain. [...]
"Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God." Psalm 20:7 (KJV) Many people will say "just trust God," instead of listening to what you are really going through. While it is true we must trust Him, when you are overwhelmed by your circumstances, this [...]
“What sorrow awaits those who look to Egypt for help, trusting their horses, chariots, and charioteers and depending on the strength of human armies instead of looking to the LORD, the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 31:1 (NIV) At the time that Isaiah spoke these words, the nation of Israel was looking to Egypt for [...]
A Note from Stephanie: Sorry about the lack of a post last week, folks! We had some computer-related difficulties. "Jesus looked at them intensely and said, "Humanly speaking it is impossible, but not with God. Everything is possible with God." --Matthew 19:26 "With God, all things are possible." I believe that if you take time [...]
"Wisdom has built her house; she has carved its seven columns." --Proverbs 9-1 (NLT) I Don't think that it was any accident that Jesus came to Earth as a carpenter, when you read what he said about building. For example, look at Luke 6:48 (NLT) with me please. It says this about wise people: "It [...]