In the Midst of the Storm

When we are in the midst of a storm, it is extremely important that we refill our “spiritual tanks.”  Challenging times can be emotionally and physically draining.  So, it’s important that we take the time to do those things that will fill us up, ensuring that we won’t be operating on empty.   Uplifting Pastimes Listening to encouraging […]

Spiritual PPE- “Perfect Peace Equipment”- Part 2

Phil. 4:6-7Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by PRAYER and SUPPLICATION with THANKSGIVING let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the PEACE OF GOD, which PASSETH ALL UNDERSTANDING, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Peace that passeth all understanding…means PEACE that just WON’T MAKE SENSE!   God has equipped us with the unique ability to tune things in and out.  […]

Spiritual PPE- “Perfect Peace Equipment”- Part 1

PPE- (Personal Protective Equipment)– Refers to protective clothing such as face shields, gloves, face masks OR respirators, and goggles that protects essential workers from illness.  It is for their health and safety. But what about protection for our minds and hearts? When we become overwhelmed by the challenges and pressures of life, we sometimes desire […]

Better than SELF-Care

“Pull yourself up by your OWN bootstraps,” they say. “If you want something done, you’ve got to do it YOURSELF,” they say. “You need SELF-CARE,” they say. There is nothing that sounds appealing about THAT!  …Sounds TIRING to me! If you were blessed enough to grow up in a GOOD or DECENT home, you didn’t […]

Trusting God in Troubling Times

In case you may not realize it, there is a very serious SPIRITUAL battle going on right now.  This battle is occurring in the spiritual realm which cannot be seen with our physical eyes.  Yet, just like invisible air that rustles the leaves on a breezy day, the effects and influence of that battle are […]

Our Christian Faith and the Coronavirus

It doesn’t take a genius to recognize that these are some trying and dangerous times.  In fact, by now, everyone all over the entire world is well aware of this global pandemic.  Everyone has been affected in one or more ways. In these uncertain and dangerous times, we can take solace or comfort in the […]