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How many who call themselves Christians are simply playing the hokey pokey with their spiritual life? They are in, then they’re out. They go through some of the motions and think, “That’s what it’s all about!” In Matthew 7 Jesus tells the story of the man who built his house on... Read More →

On the third day after Jesus’ crucifixion, some women headed to the tomb to annoint his body. They expressed concern to each other as to how they would get inside because they wouldn’t be able to remove the massive stone that had been placed over the tomb entrance. When they... Read More →

Sometimes the weight of decision-making causes a lot of anxiety. The average person makes about 35,000 decisions per day. That’s approximately 2,200 decisions during each waking hour. Granted, most decisions have little impact. What can I get for you today? Toasted or not? What... Read More →

Paul was in prison when he wrote these words recorded in Philippians 4: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Paul found himself imprisoned on several occasions and each time he found a way to look through his situation and see that God was using his suffering... Read More →

Anxiety is kind of like the annoying red light on your car’s dashboard that says CHECK ENGINE. The light isn’t the problem; it merely indicates there’s a problem elsewhere, so if you’re smart, you will get your car to a mechanic who knows how to diagnose and repair the problem.... Read More →

Anxiety can sneak up on us. It may be a relationship that is stressful, health issues, increasing job demands, family stressors, financial challenges, or a combination of things; many times we reach a point of being overwhelmed and fearful because it’s all too much. We can’t do... Read More →

Most everyone would agree that we live in a world full of angry people. These people are from all walks of life and ethnicities and social standing. People who don’t attend church are angry. But people who do attend church are also angry. Maybe you are one of the angry people.... Read More →

When things are difficult, confusing and you are struggling, do you ever wonder who’s in control? We all want to be in control of our situation, however no matter how hard we try, we cannot control everything…actually, we can’t control much of anything. What about God? Is God in... Read More →

David lived most of his life with deep passion and great enthusiam for God. As a young shepherd he walked in close relationship with God. When a bear or lion came to attack his sheep, David boldly confronted and killed the attacker and gave all glory to God. When the day arrived... Read More →