In my last post, I stressed the importance of speaking a blessing, on purpose, into the lives, or over the lives of your loved ones.  God is quite specific about the importance of blessing others.  Everyone, deep down, loves to hear–out loud–good things about themselves or positive things we believe ...

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:” ~ 2 Timothy 3:16 While serving as youth leaders over the last few years, we have seen so many hurts. This old world has broken every child, even the ...

We are in the time of the Four Blood Moons. The first two happened last year. The next two will occur on April 4 and September 28, 2015. Some Christian Bible scholars and pastors have said that something significant will happen in relation to Israel. The skeptics have mocked the ...

Spring is when many people give their homes a deep clean: corners are dusted, surfaces are scrubbed, and windows are opened to allow fresh breezes to air out rooms. Have you ever given your home a spiritual “housecleaning,” though? One morning when I was unable to go to church with ...

There are only two kinds of people in the world, believers and nonbelievers. Ironically they are both linked to God. One is based on faith, and the confidence that God exists. The other is based on the absence of tangible proof that God exists. The problem is, due to the ...

“But He knows where I am and what I’ve done. He can cross-examine me all He wants, and I’ll pass the test with honors. I’ve followed Him closely, my feet in His Footsteps, not once swerving from His Way. I’ve obeyed every word He’s spoken and not just obeyed His ...

I lived the first 24 years of my life lost and longing for more–longing for things I couldn’t describe because I wasn’t sure what they were at first. Have you ever found yourself like this–wandering and searching for more? You can go to church and not be saved. And if you aren’t ...

Even as news was breaking regarding the newly disclosed emails of our former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton walked onto the stage at the EMILY’S List Gala. The news reports were explosive dark clouds of suspicion descending on the presumed fulfillment of her “Madam President” campaign launched in 2013. Even ...

One of the most important things that can be said about our relationship with the Lord is that He has a plan for us. In fact, the Holy Bible declares it: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and ...

Since the beginning of time, God has highlighted the difference between light and darkness. “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face ...