We often maintain private schedules in our minds, navigating daily routines without formal calendars. Among these, times for communion with God stand out as vital, serving as non-negotiable moments for prayer and study. Ultimately, it is the present moment that shapes our past and future, making our relationship with the “I AM” God essential.
Category: Life
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Mental Residue
Memories are physical alterations of the brain shaped by our thoughts and experiences. They reflect the essence of our mental activity and have emotional impacts. Followers of Christ can renew their minds through the Holy Spirit.
Posted inFear, , Life, Peace
Everything Changes but God
The author reflects on life’s constant changes and uncertainties, emphasizing faith in God for stability amid fear. Personal experiences with fear of eternity and the importance of salvation through Jesus are highlighted, reminding us that this world is temporary.
Posted inContentment, Glory, Life, Purpose, Trust
Honor and Glory
Young Christians are increasingly honoring God rather than asking what He can provide for them. This shift aligns with the purpose of existence: to glorify God. Honoring God, a biblical command, deepens our relationship with Him and transforms our perspective on life’s challenges, reminding us of our eternal home.
Posted inGospel, , Life
Living by God’s Power
As believers in Christ, we are empowered by God amid a chaotic world. Living by the Holy Spirit’s power, we are called to be witnesses for Jesus and share the Good News.
Posted inDecision, Faithfulness, Life
Live for Jesus
When my wife and I met, she was a Christian bookstore employee deeply into Evie Tornquist’s music. Despite our differing tastes, we fell in love. “Live for Jesus” was her favorite Evie song.
Posted inContentment, , Learning, Life, Obedience, Trust
Don’t just do something; sit there.
We need repeated times when we come to God and don’t pray our “shopping list.” We need to be still. To listen. To be aware.
Posted inFaithfulness, Life
It’s In the Details
Every Friday at 9:00 AM, a few men from our church meet for breakfast. [Hint: If you want to join us, we meet each week at the Coffee Cup on North Lafayette Ave. in Terre Haute, Indiana] The food is great, and the fellowship is excellent. Recently, as we were talking, one of the guys […]
Posted inCross, Foregiveness, God, Hope, , Life
Jesus, the First Fruit
Today is Good Friday. If we have received Jesus, then today we celebrate the work Jesus accomplished through the cross – His death and burial. By these, we received forgiveness for our sins, reconciliation with God, and restoration to God’s original desire: we are children of God. Now we anticipate our rejoicing on Sunday, the […]