Our attitude and our perspective make a difference in how we live. It is actually becomes a matter of faith and an outpouring of our salvation. Solomon sets forth the striking contrast: A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones (Proverbs 17.22). The cheerful heart focuses on the... Continue Reading →
Jesus Must Increase – we must decrease John 3.22-36
Some thought John the Baptist would be jealous; others thought he would panic because his popularity was fading; some saw him in competition with Jesus. But John was filled with joy to hear of the works of Christ and that people were going to Him, being baptized by His disciples, and were following Him.... Continue Reading →
In the most violent Storms – we have a Certain Refuge Psalm 57.1-11
Hiding in a cave, pursued by enemies and in danger of his life, David prayed. Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, till the storms of destruction pass by (Psalm 57.1). Knowing there was... Continue Reading →
The Delights of the Heart
Psalm 37.1-29 In what or who do we delight; what are the strong desires of our heart; what compels us when we awake in the morning? Are these delights of the flesh and how we can satisfy our selfish longings; are they of the world’s offerings and our attention of acquiring more stuff and... Continue Reading →
The True Joy of Christmas 1 John 1.1-9
Christmas can be a difficult time of the year for many people. Instead of celebrating, there can be a heaviness in remembering what is past, what has been lost, who has died, or what will never be the same. There can be the desire of wanting the season to pass and move forward to a... Continue Reading →
