“Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities.” ~Apostle Paul
The main thing: God is God. God is in control. I don’t get that some days. What about that jerk …
The main thing: God is God. God is in control. I don’t get that some days. What about that jerk …
Jesus has a way of being clear. He leaves no doubt. In God’s world, God comes first. That is all …
God is so very generous to me. Although I don’t deserve it, He lavishes me with every gift imaginable. I …
Our Father is near. His way of running things is taking hold. It can’t be missed. His presence is right …
Jesus, as Son, has the most special relationship with the Father. As Son, the Father says to Jesus, you are …
In our family, like most families, being a “member of the household” means something special! It means you walk right …
Paul knew how to plan. Fortunately, he listened to God and so sometimes was unwilling to follow what he planned …
I think I am pretty clever some days. I think I can figure it all out. AND then I run …
99 out of 100 things I worry about never happen. And yet, I continue to be afraid. Jesus is ever …
I worry a lot. It isn’t good. I know that. I worry anyway. Jesus challenges me to trust God completely …
There is a distinction between those that God has redeemed and those he hasn’t. Those in right standing with Him …
I want to go after God. He is the rich one, not me. He can pile it on. Jesus, the …
I don’t want to be condemned. No way, no how. I want to live in freedom. I don’t want that …
What kind of people is God looking for? Now that is an interesting question. While the woman at the well …
We are children of God but we are becoming like Jesus. Being children isn’t the end game. Sometimes I think …
Jesus has brought in a new World (Kingdom) and a new agreement for how we are to live. We are …
I must watch the way I talk. There should be nothing foul or dirty coming out of my mouth. Each …
In the old agreement (plan), no matter how many sacrifices were offered, they never added up to a complete solution. …
God is love. He is not frustrated with me. He is patient. Jesus puts up with a lot but keeps …
There are all kinds of ways to be smart. Jesus tells the story of a rascal and how he outsmarts …
Take me home. Take me into your presence. It is so sweet. You are so good. I am so blessed. …
How can I be happy? How can I be more than happy? It is pretty simple and straight forward. King …
When I think I know everything it is hard to believe Jesus. God shows me His world through Jesus. Jesus …
This is His path to peace for me. I don’t understand it for sure but it is true. He is …
Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …
Paul anchors himself in being connected with Jesus who is in charge of his life. Because of that, no matter …
What is important in being thankful? After an extensive list of how I ought to live, Paul adds “and be …
Rather good advice from Paul. Being appreciative and cheerful of what God is doing in my live is so important. Paul …
How many times have I heard someone say “I’m spiritual but not religious”? Way too many probably. It is nice …
God is so good. He is in a good mood all the time. Jesus, God’s son, loves and never stops …
What should my attitude be? My attitude towards others should be one of thanks. He has blessed me with such …
Fill in the blank. But because of __________ I would not confess my faith for fear I will be kicked …
Duck Commander / Dynasty family. This is a must see video. Part of the “I am Second” series. Phil starts …
I am so very thankful for our God. He is amazing. There is no end to the great things He …
The love of Jesus will turn you INSIDE OUT! Jesus was pretty clear that it’s mandatory. “A New Command,” He …
I have work to do. Jesus has given me a mission. My assignment is clear. I can’t slack off. Jesus …
How do I get things done in God’s world? What makes the difference? Does it happen if I am just strong …
Everyone is welcome in God’s world. We don’t naturally understand it or how it works but it is true. It …
The Religious leaders of Jesus day were always trying to trip him up with trivial religious questions. You would have …
I can trust lots of people or things. I can trust my wife and family. I can trust my credit …
Jesus challenges me to love. That is it. Love God and love everyone else I know or meet. The alternative …
The religious leaders of the day were constantly trying to trap Jesus. It didn’t work but it didn’t keep them …
I have an enemy. Is that clear to me? It is a critical question. I don’t want to be “enemy …
Jesus has given me a mission. He has also given me power. The first charge was to wait for the …
Should I pray for an easier life OR to continue becoming a stronger man? I will pray for power equal …
My job is to be a blessing. Being agreeable is a key to blessing others. The ability to agree with …
Some days I just don’t get it. Am I being willfully stupid? Jesus knows the truth. It is not what …
Challenges in life are a gift of God. Challenges come from many directions. But it is the very pressure of the …
How do we know about Jesus and who He is? Just look at the totality of what He did and …
Joseph had been in jail a long time. Pharaoh put him there. But now, all of the sudden, Pharaoh needed …
Jesus challenges us. He has let us know that we will be persecuted for following him and his way. It …
I am not thinking big enough. My imagination is limited in ways I can’t grasp. I ask for catfish, and …
Paul decided not to show up, even though he was wanted. How often, just because someone asks me to come, …
Am I ecstatic about what I have found in God’s new plan? Am I prepared / willing to sell everything …
There is a striving for “things” that is not natural in God’s world. Being content is a huge thing. It takes …
There is suffering that is for a great reason. It is a suffering for Jesus, and it leads to healing …
What is permanent in life? Not the things I think most days. Jesus is clear, however. The two most important …
Jesus knew the value of saying the right things. Jesus only said what He heard His Father saying. That led …
John the Baptizer was doing some amazing things. People were coming out to see him in droves. John was clear …
All that striving is useless!! Can I be content with who I am? Is that it? That is all there is …
What type of thing would seriously and urgently concern the Apostle Paul about Christians? Paul challenges me to get along. …
Peter heard Jesus talk many times about what defiles someone and what doesn’t. He absorbed all the lessons the Master …
God’s way is the way of integrity. God sent Jesus to show me what integrity looks like. Now I know. …
Jesus love is extravagant!! It is absolutely over the top and He never holds back at all. Mostly what my …
Jesus is saving me a seat. It has my name on it. At the great wedding dinner, I have a …
Jesus wants us to tell the story of what He has done for us, the mercy and the love. Jesus …
God is great – Nothing is impossible for Him. He can and does anything. Jesus redeems me. Jesus saves me. …
The first thing I need to do everyday is find out what pleases God. What is going to delight Jesus? …
Ah, now there we go. Down to earth people. We all admire them. But is that said of me? Am …
Jesus has a standard that is different than what religious leaders try to make us follow. His standard is one …
How often do I keep quiet when I should say what I believe? Too often, I think. If I believe …
I get offended. Way too easy. Eventually, everyone is going to say something to offend us. Love is the way …
What is the best thing to do? What does God want? Do I pray first or just do what I …
We live in a world where driving a “hard bargain” seems to be a real strategy that is respected. As …
It is another beautiful day in paradise. Which reminds me that He made all of this. With His word He …
Imagine being a young woman. You are a virgin. An angel shows up and lets you know you are going …
A river like you, Jesus!! Oh, my heavenly Father. Your love runs so deep and true in my life. A …
The man believed Jesus could heal him. His friends believed it so much that when they couldn’t get in the …
Shh!! He is talking to me but it is a whisper. So … I press in to hear what he …
Jesus has this way of baffling the religious community. The reaction is “He can’t talk that way” or “He can’t …
God is amazingly wealthy. Jesus has riches beyond what we can even imagine. The power to tap into His strength …
You know, this is my favorite part of all. It doesn’t matter if I am up or down. Happy or …
There are times Jesus will do things and suggest that it not be shared with others. It is a God …
I don’t like wormy apples. No one does. It is just not right. The ultimate gross out for sure. I …
Men of God. This is for you. I have spent a week focused on this scripture. We must know that …
Nothing is impossible with God. Jesus came to us, born of a virgin. His name is “God is with us”. …
There are matters of the heart and there are matters of faith. There are many things in my heart that …
When it comes to business, I need to always be honest and true to my words. I should always see …
Jesus started a whole bunch of new stuff. He wasn’t about the old world. His mission was to bring God’s …
Jesus loves the word of God. He also knows legalism can be taken to the extreme. I certainly have legal …
Who is in control of the outcome, the potter or the pottery? The potter of course. I admit that I …
The Roman Centurian was very humble and knew that Jesus could give the command and his servant would be healed. …
Francis Chan sees the seriousness of Church doctrine and its meaning and decides to write a book based on his …
Who do I think I am hurting? Cruelty is intended to hurt someone else. It backfires and hurts me. Jesus …
Whose way do I want to follow? Mine? God’s? It is a fundamental question. It needs to be asked and …
One day Jesus took a boat ride. A large crowd met him at the seaside when He arrived. One of …
How easy is it to focus on what God doesn’t do for me? Way too easy. I get distracted. The …
When I see miracles, I am seeing the glory of God. It happens when I believe. First comes the belief, …
I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …