Riding Out the Storm

  This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil, where the forerunner has entered for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 6:19-20...

It’s Not the Happiest Time of the Year

  For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16 NKJV   Have you seen the Christmas movie about the elderly lady alone on Christmas Day reading her Bible?...

The Hidden Treasure Behind a Cloud

  Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I will say, Rejoice!   (Philippians 4:4 NKJV)   It’s been several years since we visited the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Whenever we go, I love waking up early to watch the sunrise. One morning, it appeared as if the...

Putting Out Fires Before Burning Bridges

  ”Be angry, and do not sin”: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, Ephesians 4:26 NKJV   I hate confrontation, but her web of lies and deceit could not continue. Instead of responding with repentance, she hurled verbal assaults attacking my morals. My...

We Need Holy Spirit’s Help

  For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. (Ephesians 2:10 NIV) How will I learn to live differently than in my past five decades? How will I learn to use braille and a talking computer that...

Putting on the Shoes of the Gospel of Peace

and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:7 NKJV) Has your life ever been marked by seasons of sleepless nights, tear-stained pillows, and a compulsive desire to eat all things...