The basis of living a godly lifestyle lead by the Holy Spirit.
ARE YOU VIEWING LIFE THROUGH A GOD OR WORLDVIEW LENS? Two people can look at the same scene and interpret it entirely differently. Imagine this scene: A ferocious lion chases down a poor, innocent deer, and the lion shows no mercy. From one perspective, it looks barbaric as the lion tears into the helpless deer….
It’s understandable to feel despondent in these crazy times, but I urge you to keep your head up, even when everything seems to be falling down. Don’t give up! Don’t give in. Remember, there is always hope in God. Who Do You Look to in Times of Trouble? In the midst of your mess, remember…
We live in a world where we are encouraged to live an independent life. I want you to know that Jesus wants to walk the journey of life with you. Jesus is the creator. He is the inventor of life. He has all power and authority in heaven and earth. He is in complete control. …
I see so many people battling through life. I know it can be tough when you have faced a devastating blow, but I need to encourage you to get back up. With God at your side, you can get back up. You can get going. He can cause all things to work together for the…
God is interested in you. He wants to help you. He doesn’t want you to face the storms alone. He wants to walk the journey of life with you. So, consult Him. You are not alone. The God who has all power and authority wants you to bother him with your problems. God speaks. He…
Have your mistakes disqualified you from God’s best? Have you seriously messed up? Are you hiding from God? Do you feel condemned? Are you haunted by your past? Are you tormented by something you did? Many who mess up end up running from God, thinking they are past the point of no return. You may stop going…
This morning, I read a scripture that sparked something in me. It was simple, short, and profound, and I just knew I had to share it with you. “… time is running out. Wake up, for our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” (Romans 13:11 NLT) Time is running out. We need to…
We are living in perilous times. World views have become complicated and dangerous. There is a sexual revolution that is leading many down a dark path of destruction. Moral values are fast fading. There is an aggressive push away from God’s standard, and it is becoming hard for God’s people to stand up for what…
I played tennis with my son a few weeks ago. After a good game, where he, unfortunately, beat me, we were both exhausted. Our T-shirts were wet with sweat. All was okay until we got in the car to drive home. The smell of pickled onions filled the air… We stunk. It was really bad….
Jesus is the most influential man in history to ever walk the earth. History books show he walked the earth and did mighty exploits. The Bible, which centers on Jesus, is the most published book of all time. It has been translated into more than 3000 languages and tells the story of Jesus. He walked…
It is 1:53 am and I am wide awake. I usually sleep well, but I woke up with a profound thought: If I don’t intentionally make time for my family, and if I don’t intentionally make time to spend with God, the enemy will bring distractions and things in to wreck my relationships with my…
I feel led to share a word with you that is on my heart. It is not an easy word, but I do need to warn you that we are living in very dark days, and currently you need to carefully consider your ways and make wise choices. In Matthew 7:13-14, Jesus warned us, “You…
God can take your setback and turn it into a comeback! You may have had a setback in your life. Today I have a simple message for you: No matter what you are facing or where you find yourself, I need you to know that God can take your mess and turn it into a…
“Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you.” (Jesus) We live in a world where so many people have been prejudiced and discriminated against based on social standing, the color of their skin, and whether a person is rich or poor. Many have been ill-treated, taken advantage of, and left downtrodden…
I have recently had a great holiday. We had the privilege of spending a few days in Durban and did a cruise to an island off the Mozambican coast. While we as a family built many good memories, I also picked up some extra unwanted weight. My belt buckle is a little tighter, and the…
We live in a fallen world. Life can be tough. Often when we face sickness, financial problems, or uncomfortable situations, we will send up an SOS prayer to God, hoping for him to intervene. But if the storm persists, or when it is on the verge of collapse, or when your child has gone off…
Have you messed up? Have you made bad choices that are causing frustration? Are you haunted by your past? Are you heading down a path that you know is destructive? Are you stressed out? Are you consumed with worry and anxious thoughts? You Can Reset Your Life You may find yourself living in a dark place. It may…
Do you know that you can approach God and ask for His help? He wants you to bother Him with your problems. Whether you are under attack, in a battle, struggling to make ends meet, or just needing to get through a tough time, you can ask God to intervene. If you need direction, wisdom,…