My son started taking a tumbling class. He was the only boy in the class. Compared to the girls, he looked out of control. It does make me laugh a little bit. He was definitely more “spirited” than the girls. The issue we faced was obedience. At home, when I gave him instructions, he was usually […]
Last week we talked about the “New Years Resolution” that, for most of us, does not stick. The reason being, we try to do too much all at once. We think that because we have the energy and drive at the beginning it will stick this time. So, what is the key to keeping your […]
It is now mid-January and you have probably made a New Years Resolution. Your drive for this resolution may be starting to dwindle down; or you may have given up completely. Sometimes it is hard to remember that resolutions are usually things that have been hard for you to achieve. So, you have waited for […]
Which brings me to my fourth point… unforgiveness can steal blessings away. If you do not have a heart that is ready to receive all that God has in store for you, you will not recognize when he is blessing you. Unforgiveness breeds anger, hostility, revenge, pain, and resentment. How can you see any good […]
Last week I talked about what I have learned these last few years about forgiveness. I talked about why it is important to not only ask the person for forgiveness but to also repent to God. Next, not forgiving someone only hurts you and your relationships. Ephesians 4:31-32 (AMP) says, “Let all bitterness and wrath and […]
We have all wronged and hurt other people in our lives. And we have also been wronged by people we care about. You may have failed to apologized to someone you have hurt. I know that there have been times that I have not asked for forgiveness. I also know that there have been times […]
Many people deal with worry in their lives. You may be in a constant state of worry at all times. It may feel as though worrying about things is starting to play a large part in your life. Satan uses worry as a means to control you. If he has you focused on all the […]
As believers part of our jobs is to tell others about Jesus. For some people this comes very easily and for others (depending on your temperament) this can be more difficult. There is no “right way” to minster to others. You may be comfortable standing in front of a large group of people shouting it […]