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Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall. But you, O God, will bring down the wicked into the pit of corruption; bloodthirsty and deceitful men will not live out half their days. But as for me, I trust in you. (Psalm 55:22, 23 NIV) Sustain As for me, I trust in God, Jesus, and The Holy Spirit. How about you? Someone today hear loud and clear…God cares and He will sustain you. He promises to never let the righteous fall. Should we be snagged by satan or deceitful men…keep […]

“You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus answered, “You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.” John 18:37 NIV) Forward Friday! The conversation between Pilate and Jesus is one to read. Pilate found no basis to charge Jesus- only a custom continued Jesus’ path to the cross. Who is Jesus? Pilot went to the crowd and they chose to free Barabbas. It’s funny how memories can be stronger […]

But as surely as God is faithful, our message to you is not “Yes” and “NO.” For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by me and Silas, and Timothy, was not “YES” and “NO,” but in him it has always been “Yes.” For no matter how may promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. (2 Corinthians 1:18-20) Promises How do we know God’s promises? We study God’s Word! God’s promises will be revealed to us in God’s perfect timing as long as we stay diligent studying God’s Word. Spiritual Journeys begin, and we […]

If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom will not stand. And if a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand. (Mark 3:24, 25 ESV) Motivating Monday! This is definitely a motivating day to channel our thoughts toward how divisive the devil can really be- he’s not playing to be nice. Although, slick and enticing as his taunts can be, luring us into troubled areas- he is deceptive. Why is Beth Moore placing herself in a divisive position? The Southern Baptist have their doctrine as every Church. Why do other Christians go against […]

And the words of the Lord are flawless, like silver refined in a furnace of clay, purified seven times. O Lord, you will keep us safe and protect us from such people forever. The wicked freely strut about when what is vile is honored among men. (Psalm 12:6-8 NIV) A Melody… There’s within my heart a melody…Jesus whispers sweet and low: Fear not, I am with thee, peace, be still, in all of life’s ebb and flow. Wow! Amazing when asking Jesus how to encourage, this sweet song comes to mind. The title is…There’s Within My Heart a Melody. I […]

“I (Jesus) have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NIV) Motivating Monday! I cannot imagine too many other verses touching deep into our souls with fire- burning flames magnifying God’s power through The Holy Spirit living within. Yes, in this world we do have trouble. Jesus, for this very reason, sent to live in this world; presenting truth though parables to help His disciples understand. As we read through Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John…be sure to have […]

Just as it is written in the law of Moses, all this disaster has come upon us, yet we have not sought the favor of the Lord our God by turning from our sins and giving attention to your truth. The Lord did not hesitate to bring the disaster upon us, for the Lord our God is righteous in everything he does, yet we have not obeyed him. (Daniel 9:13, 14 NIV) Faith Daniel proves we can keep our faith, avoid compromise and live with a nation disrespecting our beliefs. He spent decades in Babylon, after captured and dragged into […]

But I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning, and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice. He ransoms me unharmed from the battle waged against me, even though many oppose me. (Psalm 55:16-18 NIV) Motivating Monday!  Memorial Day 2019, a day we remember all who have served, receiving their ultimate banner waving high. Hearts who served, standing firm for our freedom. It’s easy to see faces, lets not forget their hearts, their inner fiber who were destined to be one of the greatest, by serving. Battle Battle after battle military are trained […]

“Your servant has nothing there at all,” she said, “except a little oil.” (2 Kings 4:2b NIV) Hearts Matter! Hearts matter and we each have one. Anyone or someone we know feeling hopeless? In midst of societal confusion, seems an endless list of needs. For me, I am most concerned for people deceived- how they became deceived, and how to free them from deception. We are in the lowest unemployment in years, yet, as cycles go…brick and mortar stores are closing opting for internet sales. Wal-Mart and other grocery stores are removing cashiers for self-check outs. Serious health issues need […]

I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength…(Galatians 1:18, 19 NIV) Motivating Monday! Congratulations to all graduates! Amazing time of year seeing our next level of citizens branching into the world. A newfound sense of independence no matter how close or far graduates decide. My hope and desire for each; they’ve been gifted with […]