Forgiving others may seem to be a choice, and in one sense it is a choice, but God has been very clear about forgiveness. He has given us specific direction in numerous Scriptures, all of which can be summed up in just one word — forgive! God’s Word says, “And when you stand praying, if … More Monday Meditation: Forgive and Keep It Movin’
Do not live in fear. Jesus tells his followers to not be fearful or anxious about their present lives and future security (Luke 12:32). He urges them to sell their possessions and to give their money to those who need it most – especially those who have nothing to provide for their present needs and … More Sunday Meditation: Fear Not
Are you critical towards others, especially those who are close to you? The most severe critics are often people very familiar to us, a member of our family, a relative, neighbor, student, or worker we rub shoulders with on a regular basis. Jesus could do no mighty works in his hometown because the people who … More Sunday Meditation: Lay Down Criticism
Just as a drag-net catches every kind of fish in the sea, so the church acts as God’s instrument for gathering in all who will come. Just as the drag-net does not or cannot discriminate, so the church does not discriminate between the good and the bad, the useless and the useful. God’s kingdom is … More Sunday Meditation: Know the Meaning of Old Treasure Vs New
Peace is a wondrous thing. You are more than whatever is troubling you. A very real part of you exists beyond your worries, beyond your doubts, independent from the troubles and frustrations of the present moment. Step back and observe yourself as you experience each moment. Be present. Think of the most difficult challenge you … More Monday Meditation: Hold On To Peace
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with … More Monday Morning Meditation: Open Doors and Prosper
One of the greatest truths of the Christian faith is that we can know the living God. Our knowledge of God is not simply limited to knowing something about God, but we can know God personally. The essence of Christianity, and what makes it distinct from Judaism and other religions, is the personal knowledge of … More Sunday Meditation: He Lives
Be Confident. That does not mean be arrogant. It means that you assert yourself in a positive way. Confidence is the cornerstone of leadership. If you don’t believe in yourself, how can others believe in you? As children we think we can conquer the world, but somewhere between childhood and adulthood, our enthusiasm and natural … More Monday Meditation: Be Confident
Jesus did something which only love and trust can do. He commissioned his weak and timid apostles to bring the good news of the Gospel to the ends of the earth. This sending out of the disciples is parallel to the sending out of Jesus by his heavenly Father. Jesus fulfilled his mission through his … More Sunday Meditation: Love One Another
