We may get a good feeling when we talk about Christ in the Christmas season. It is a time full of sentiments and it is great to talk of all the giving and sharing that goes on. But, it is so easily turned into everything other than a real connection between us and the Savior.... Continue Reading →
Follow the Star of Jesus
Mankind seems to have reached a point where we can idolize a story of a few men long ago who were willing to follow a star to find the Savior. But for as much as we may like the story, our hearts are far from doing any such thing. We are oh, so far from... Continue Reading →
For Those In Need
There is hope for the down and out. When those times fall on us, we may feel like there is nowhere to go or that nobody cares. Darkness would have it that way. But if we will let it in, the Light can shine again. We may have to let go of our pain. We... Continue Reading →
So Mighty
There were lightnings, sounds, and thunders; and there was a great earthquake, such as was not since there were men on the earth, so great an earthquake, so mighty. Revelation 16:18 WEB One night the sky outside of the big front window lit up with a distant bolt of lightning. The family had just finished... Continue Reading →
To Get Closer to God
Looking around at the state of our world and our churches today, one would think that our situation looks pretty bleak. Fewer people every day seem to care where we stand with God and throw more energy and time into where we stand in our earthly scene. The only hope anyone has ever had is... Continue Reading →
Room for the Spirit
Some people express a faint desire to be filled with the Spirit of God. They have been stirred to some degree and can see that it would be beneficial to them. Something within them longs to have more to do with the Lord. But, for a host of reasons, the meager stirrings never grow strong... Continue Reading →
Anyone Who Dares to Come
You can be a believer of God for many years and lead a somewhat normal life, but the moment you have a true encounter with the Lord, you will find yourself overwhelmed. It is not just an expression or words people say. It is an actual response testified to by those who have suffered such... Continue Reading →
It Is Done!
: The seventh poured out his bowl into the air. A loud voice came forth out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, "It is done!" Revelation 16:17 WEB Outside of the new house the little family bought, there was a big ugly billboard announcing plots for sell. The house had some pretty... Continue Reading →
A Real Tragedy
Human life is bombarded with threats on every side. Some of the dangers that would end it all for us we cannot even see. We never know what is coming around the corner or when illness may strike. But there is hope! There is Someone who is looking after our welfare not only to help... Continue Reading →
Giving Thanks Changes Us
Even those who do not believe in God have plenty of things to be thankful for. There is an interesting phenomenon that occurs to the people who make it a habit of giving thanks for the small things as well as the big ones. It occurs inside of the hearts of these people and lets... Continue Reading →
