4 heartfelt ways to show genuine gratitude
4 Heartfelt Ways to express gratitude
4 heartfelt ways to show genuine gratitude
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A Close Call: God’s Protection in Everyday Life
My husband, Bobby, often says, "We're always living just inches and seconds away from eternity." This saying was never more apt than on that particular afternoon when my children were little. In those days, as a young mother, I babysat my nephew while his mom, Sherry, was at work. He was the same age as … Continue reading A Close Call: God’s Protection in Everyday Life
The Power of One Vote Vs. the Sustainability of Many Prayers
The US is in the midst of election season, with stark party differences shaping voter choices. Despite the political divide, every individual holds one valuable vote. In addition to voting, I urge citizens to pray for the nation's leaders as prayers are influential in shaping the country's future. This call to prayer is reinforced by recent positive developments I believe to be a result of fervent prayers.
Guard Your Heart
The author discusses the benefits of learning from podcasts and YouTube, but expresses concern about the absence of faith in some intellectuals' teachings. They emphasize the visible evidence of God's existence in nature and advocate for discernment in choosing sources of knowledge. They recommend Pastor Gary Hamrick's teachings as a trustworthy resource and warn against being led astray.
Secrets Of Hope That Bring Rest to the Soul
This article explores the concept of hope, its significance, effects on well-being, and how to cultivate it. According to the author, hope, defined as looking forward with rational confidence, can inspire personal advancement, creativity, self-esteem, and resilience. However, a lack of hope can lead to despair, demotivation, and potential mental health issues. Turning towards positive faith, setting attainable goals, seeking creativity, and maintaining positive thoughts are key strategies to foster hope, which is integral to living a meaningful and fulfilled life.
How to Know if You Should Accept That Invite
The writer explores the concept of invitations we experience daily, such as friend requests on social media, advertisements, physical invites for gatherings, and spiritual calls. In the face of these, the writer calls for careful consideration and filtering of these invitations based on their personal significance. Emphasizing the power of personal choice, the article urges readers to adopt strong, value-based decision-making, with spiritual guidance from the Bible as a reliable tool for discernment.
Four Ways to Experience the Essence of God
I once had a conversation with someone who claimed to be an atheist. I say claimed because I don't believe anyone is ever a complete atheist. Romans 1 tells us that although we don't physically see God, He is revealed to us in all His creation. Therefore, we are all without excuses. (Romans 1:20) To … Continue reading Four Ways to Experience the Essence of God
Solomon’s choice
If there’s anyone in the Bible I’d like to shake and say “What are you doing,” it’s King Solomon. God had literally given him everything he could ever hope or wish for. He had riches beyond belief. The very goblets that he drank out of were made of gold! He had so much of the … Continue reading Solomon’s choice
Loving Communication
Bible.com I often find myself scrolling through Facebook and thinking “Oh how cute!” when I see a friend's child’s or their grandchild’s adorable picture; or “How fun that looks like it would be!” when I see a post from someone’s amazing vacation. But I don’t always take the time to respond with my comments or … Continue reading Loving Communication
The Beauty in Stillness
Bible.com I can still hear my mom saying to me when I was a squirmy little kid. “Will you just sit still!” In some respects I believe that has been God’s message to the world over the past several months of COVID. We’ve all been forced to slowdown to some extent. That part of COVID … Continue reading The Beauty in Stillness
