Be anxious for nothing

It’s hard to runaway from the daily onslaught of updates regarding the uncertainty of the world today. People who have never felt anxious are being weighed down with fear, doubt, and not sure what’s next! In times like these, turn to God’s word and not our understanding. Be encouraged! Take time daily to seek God, pray, and most importantly read the word. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Phil. 4:6-7).

Thanksgiving the perfect time for memories

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share memories. As you spend time with family friends and loved ones enjoy every moment. Take pictures and embrace one another. Take time to share memories and hold on to the memories.  Happy Thanksgiving. 

When God seems far away

I better understand how a person can question their faith and choose to give up on God. That point when God appears far away. You’ve done all the right things, yet chaos and heartache is relentless. One car issue after another. Sickness knocks you down you haven’t worked in weeks. Bills pile up and you have no money. Turmoil awaits at every corner. Life is in shambles. God where are you? Why Lord do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?  (Psalms 10:1) David, the chosen one, experienced the same thing. Despite his many accomplishments we find him asking God had he forsaken him in Psalms 22:1 when Saul was in hot pursuit for his life (1 Sam. 21:1-23:29). When David operated in the flesh, by his own understanding, he stayed frustrated and always running trying to figure it out. When he slowed down, prayed, and sought God, slowly things begin to change. Life will continue to throw situations at us. It’s when we learn to stay in continuous prayer, thanking God in all circumstances, and trusting God’s word no matter the outcome God works in his greatness! Learn to trust his word; don’t be afraid or terrified because the Lord your God goes with you, never leaving or forsaking you (Deut. 31:6).

Be Kind to others

It don’t cost a thing to be genuinely kind to others. In fact, it’s easier and takes less energy to be kind than to hate or be mean. Kindness can be as simple as speaking words of encouragement, helping others, or giving kudos for a job well done! I believe God created us to be kind. It’s learned behaviors which cause people to hate or lack empathy. We should be kind in all things that we do. 

In Luke 6:27-36, Jesus said love your enemies. Do to others as you would have them do to you. In other words, be kind. By doing this, Jesus said we are children of The Most High. God is kind to the ungrateful. Be merciful just as God is merciful. Your kind gesture may be the only kind thing a person heard or received all day! 

The Gospel is like a bar of soap

The Gospel is like a bar of soap. We all know what it is. As long as it stays closed, nothing happens. By opening and applying, one cleans the body and the other can clean the mind and spirit. 

The bible is the tool which is needed to develop new ways of thinking and living for Christ. The Gospel, Like soap can wash off yesterday’s past, dirt, pains, guilt, anger, and start you fresh! And just like soap, the Gospel has to be used daily otherwise life will eventually stink. 

Unlimited forgiveness!

Life is filled with sin, temptations, and things which will cause us to stumble. It’s inevitable. Jesus even declared it to the disciples (Luke 17:1). When offenses from a Christian is repeated continuously, be mindful of our words and actions against them. When the offenders repent, through our faith in God and prayer, it’s our duty to forgive them each time and not hold grudges. God wants us to demonstrate unlimited forgiveness! No matter how appalling, His desire is for us to forgive. To reach unlimited forgiveness, increase our faith! If we don’t, it’s better for us to be thrown in the sea with a stone tied around our neck. Learn to forgive when a person asks for forgiveness. 

Why are you so fearful?

Why at you so fearful? What are you afraid of? Whatever the situation, good or bad, God is with you. Be not afraid, trust in God’s word (Isaiah 41:10). There is nothing man can do to harm you! God is a refuge during trouble times (Psalms 46:1-3). Trust in God’s Holy Word (Isaiah 54:17). God’s love can endure any storm. Keep your mind on God, he will give you perfect peace (Isaiah 26:1-19). Praise His Holy name. 

Complainers are never satisfied

We live in a society that complains about everything: work, the boss, wages, home, spouse, even church. Complainers are discontent and never satisfied. The Bible reminds us to do all things without grumbling and arguing ( Phil. 2:14). Bitterness is contagious (Heb. 12:15), it can spread to others. The children in the wilderness were no different, they complained 40 years all while God fed, blessed, protected, and clothed them

(Ex. 15 &16). God don’t like complainers. So much so, he killed them (Numbers 11).  Grumbling is not fruit of the Spirit. It is a sign of a faithfulness and selfish person. Stop complaining. Find peace in God. Learn to let go of the issues and trust God. His yoke is easy and His burden is light (Matt. 11:28-30). 

What makes a great dad?

What makes  a great father?  

Regardless of the flaws, and imperfections, how would you describe good dad. 

In honor of Father’s Day, share a memorable moment, characteristic, or attribute of your dad. If your dad was a superhero, tell me who would he be! 

Never miss an opportunity to praise

God continuously provides miracles for all to see. Often we focus on the horrific situation or take God’s wonders for granted. We have witnessed hikers surviving days in the wilderness, hero’s who saved victims in mass shootings, and your miracle, God blessing and making a way for you! In moments of joy we miss a praise opportunity. We either respond like the nine leperswho kept going and never gave thanks or like the one leper, who came back, praising God in a loud voice(Lk. 17:15). As you go through your daily activities, take time to see and thank God for the little things. Don’t miss an opportunity to praise. 

Nothing just happens in life

Nothing just happens in life. Ruth experienced a tragic situation, the unexpected loss of wealth, moving to a foreign country then the death of her husband and father-in-law. Enough to change a person’s life and faith forever! (Ruth 1:1-18). We focus on the incomprehensible and then convince ourselves that there is no way to recover. We take it a step further by doubting God. What tragedy have you encountered? Who have you blamed? I can’t reiterate  enough, seek God for everything! It’s during your tragic situations God can do his Greatest work. In your weakness God’s strength is made perfect and his Grace is sufficient (2 Cor 12:8-10). By Ruth changing her mindset, God was able to bless and restore everything (Ruth 4). Whatever the situation, remember nothing just happens. Take time to heal, seek God and grow. Allow God to use your tragedies  to be a blessing to yourself as well as others. 

3 words that keep you from greatness

These three words have hindered me most of my life. It has delayed me from activating God’s purpose for me! What you perceive in your mind and speak with your mouth can either hinder or propel you to greatness. Negative images and thoughts can be conquered through prayer, faith and trust in God. Whatever your hindrance, talk to God, pray and fight to overcome these three words. There is greatness in you!

#procrastination #doubt #fear

The eyes of a stranger

A gentle voice called out, “is anyone there? Do you mind if I walk with you? Can you be my eyes?” My response was yes, I can help. Walking the steps with a stranger, I was reminded of how we take for granted the ability to talk, walk, see, or ear. Life could be arduous. Her blindness didn’t steal her joy. Her inability didn’t hinder from asking for help from a stranger. Her cheerfulness gave me joy! God places people in our lives only for a moment. Do we become a living sacrifice and help others or do we think of ourselves more highly than we should? Love is action. Learn to share with God’s people in need. Practice hospitality. 

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Words are like fire

Harsh words hurt. When sowed in the spirit, they can harvest hatred and anger.  “You are just like your father”, you are dumb, a failure, no good, an idiot.” Words reverberate in the spirit like an echo. The bible tells us the tongue is fire; it is evil and can corrupt the whole body (Jas 3:1-6). Be mindful of the words you speak. Your words can ruin a person for life! In anger, people say damaging expressions. Once spoken the words echo in the recipient’s mind planting seeds of doubt and disbelief. Watch the words that you say. They can be a matter of life or death. 

The power of light

It takes more power to generate light than noise. People make a lot noise for God. Exalting admiration and claiming their goodness before others (Lk. 18:11).

Jesus attested boastful arrogance. He called them hypocrites; they honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from him (Mrk. 7:6-7). Jesus said we are the light of the world (Matt 5: 14-17). Like a city on a hill should be able to see the God in you through your actions not your lip service. 

Be quite. Do more in Jesus name and others will see your God light shine. 

Mustard Seed Faith

Jesus emphasized the importance of faith. Jesus responded to a person’s level of faith. 

A few times faith was transferable from one person to heal another. The four men and a paralyzed friend (Lk 5:17-26), 

The Faith of the Centurion (Lk 7:1-10). 

Jesus saw their faith and healed! Peter’s faith enabled him to walk on water as long as he didn’t doubt. 

We, with little faith must remember God is greater than whatever we are facing. Exercise your mustard seed faith until it grows. 

Do not judge

How quick we judge others based on our beliefs.

We condemn and criticize, before we love or forgive the ‘convicted.’ 

We conveniently forget we are not to judge others, or we will be judged with the same measure used (Matt. 7:1-2). 

We live our lives no different than the Pharisees. We see the ‘speck’ in others eyes but miss the ‘log’ in our own.

The story of the sinful woman (Lk. 7:36-50), depicts how we often become judge, jury, and deity over others and neglect the fact there is something we have done that has fallen short of Pleasing God.

We should show more love to others because through Jesus we have been forgiven! He who has been forgiven little loves little. 

Never take the journey alone

Your life’s journey was not design for you to travel alone. 

Though it is you who has to go the course, surround yourself with those who will help and encourage you along the way. Likewise, seek God. For He can order your steps as well as send Angels to help along the way. 

When we go alone and things don’t go our way, we tend to blame God for the outcome. In all things seek God’s will. Seek his guidance. Never take the Journey alone.