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Be Alert and Watchful – Pray

Be Alert and Watchful – Pray Spritual battles and the power of temptation are real in our lives. One of the big differences of increased warfare is when we pursue God for truth with passion. Why is that? “For you are the children of your father the devil, and you love to do the evilContinue reading “Be Alert and Watchful – Pray”

Too Much Stress can Blow a Fuse

You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.Psalms 18:28 NIV Stress can cause us to eventually become burned out. You may be juggling too many things in your life such as too much multi-tasking at work or even home. Wearing too many hats and never learning to say, “no”.Thinking youContinue reading “Too Much Stress can Blow a Fuse”

Be on Guard!

Be on Guard! There are sins for a season that may bring you back into bondage! “We know that our old sinful selves were crucified with Christ so that sin might lose its power in our lives. We are no longer slaves to sin. For when we died with Christ we were set free fromContinue reading “Be on Guard!”

Only the Work of God’s Spirit can Quench and Fill Your Thirst.

Hunger and thirst are two necessities that we need to survive along with oxygen and air. I went to the beach yesterday and the sun was hot. My body soon became thirsty often filling up with water and San Pellogrino seltzer. Without the water I would become thirsty, irritable, and tired. There was an oldContinue reading “Only the Work of God’s Spirit can Quench and Fill Your Thirst.”

Make Time to Pray

A Conversation with God is Your Best Time Invested The most powerful, intimate force on earth is to invest (not spend) time with God. God has one desire and that is to fellowship with you and I.I find this heat wave here lately makes me want to do nothing and justify my own laziness. ItContinue reading “Make Time to Pray”

Being Equipped for the Task

The Lord Equips Us for the Task Have you ever tried to play a sport with the wrong equipment? You can’t play baseball with a football, or play football with a hockey puck. How about trying to build or fix something with the wrong tool? Frustrating isn’t it? When trying to move ahead in lifeContinue reading “Bei g Equipped for the Task”

Life in the Slow Lane

Life in the slow lane is not that bad after all! We usually reach our destination or reach our goal, and are even more wiser and happier. On our journey we see things, people, places, we ordinarily wouldn’t see because we’re too wrapped up in the fast lane! Violations usually stack up in the fastContinue reading “Life in the Slow Lane”

Prayer can become a Real Struggle

This time of year the heat of the summer and high humidity can make tired, weak or just plain lazy. Yes as human beings we need vacations to recharge our bodies, mind, and emotions. How about our spiritual walk with God? Perhaps you have no thought about God, you’re too consumed with yourself. Me myself,Continue reading “Prayer can become a Real Struggle”

The Honor to be Free!

Freedom Is a Gift That Should Never Be Taken For Granted! May we continue to defend and fight for our Freedom in this great land God has Blessed us with and the USA. Happy 250th Birthday America!July 4, 1776. “Liberty, once lost, is lost forever”.John Adams A quote I heard, “We can either attend anotherContinue reading “The Honor to be Free!”

Bearing Fruit

Bearing Fruit in Every Good Work 🍒🍋🍓🍉🍊🍇🍍🍎🍌 Fruit is delicious when it is ripe, but surely awful when it is not ripe,  but rotten. It even smells of a dank odor when it is bad. Some of the best diet food is eating fruit and drinking natural juices to stay healthy and to help loseContinue reading

Christ Lives in Me

“Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Galatians 5:24 When Jesus said,”Come follow me” he gave the disciples a choice. Either you are with me or against me. The Jewish believers had struggled to follow Christ, because they were brought up under the Mosaic laws of God’sContinue reading “Christ Lives in Me”

Time to Build Sandcastles

Congratulations to so many who graduated recently. It’s Time to Build Sandcastles! A new chapter begins in your life including those around you who help stay the course. For most of you it wasn’t easy, but your goal was accomplished, including those adults who work and have a family. Not just young teens in highContinue reading “Time to Build Sandcastles”

God’s Glory

GOD’S GLORY “The heavens declare the glory of God. The earth brings forth his craftsmanship (or handiwork)….” Psalm 19:1 Have you ever doubted that God is real or that He even exists? For many, people were taught that God is found in a church building or a sanctuary. Others wonder if God is real andContinue reading “God’s Glory”

God’s Name

Why is Gods name or his son Jesus Christ name used in vain so often in conversation? Gods nature is HolyHis character is holy and righteous.God’s name is special, it carries His personal identity. We fail to realize how seriously it is to use the Lord’s name in vain. Why is is that Jesus isContinue reading “God’s Name”

National Day of Prayer

On This National Day of Prayer May 7th.Would you pray for: Our country USA 🇺🇸Our leaders who govern our land.Our SoldiersOur Families-HomesOur ChurchesOur Enemies May the Lord continue to cascade His grace and favor upon those whose heart is after Him. “Lord, You showed favor to Your land; You restored the fortunes of Jacob. YouContinue reading “National Day of Prayer”

Be Quick to Listen

Have you ever been in a conversation where you’re always being interrupted before you can finish your sentence? Or maybe you are the one who is cutting in on the conversation and dont even realize it! I found myself guilty on many occasions through life only to realize that communication skills is not just forContinue reading “Be Quick to Listen”

A Powerful Promise from God

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High Will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust!” For it is He who delivers you from the snare of the trapper And from the deadly pestilence. He willContinue reading “A Powerful Promise from God”

Though He Slay Me- I Will Hope in Him

The tighter you hold onto material things in this life, the more pain you experience. The lighter you hold onto them the less pain when it comes to loss. Naked we came into this world and naked we’re leaving. “The man Job was well off and blessed with property, family of many children, cattle, andContinue reading “Though He Slay Me- I Will Hope in Him”

He Arose from the Grave!

Up from the Grave He Arose. He Arose and the Tomb is Empty. Christ is Risen and He’s Alive! But Wait There’s More! After the resurrection, Christ ascended into heaven and said He is coming back again. “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken fromContinue reading “He Arose from the Grave!”

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King of Kings

Over 2000 years ago the Son of God was being praised and hailed as they shouted, ‘ Hosanna in the Highest!’ The following week the same crowd was shouting ‘Crucify Him, Crucify Him!’ Christ was then nailed to a cross. Jesus died not because of the hard hearted, angry people; but to do the willContinue reading “King of Kings”

The Right Foundation Keeps You Strong and Firm

Remember the old fairy tale of the three little pigs? The big bad wolf said, “I’ll huff and I’ll puff, and I’ll blow your house down!” If you had the right foundation you were golden. The brick house with a concrete foundation stood the test. I’ve seen several trees crash and fall due to severalContinue reading “The Right Foundation Keeps You Strong and Firm”

Great ICE Testimonies

Some powerful testimonies here!Prison ministry with ICE does make a difference for Christ! We help withsupport in a local prison ministry.Thanks Chaplain Danny for your faithfulness!

Fear Not for I Am with You…

Have you ever walked by a house when on the sidewalk, suddenly you hear a loud viscious growl of a dog or dogs ready to attack. You see them coming and are paralyzed by fear.Then you notice the high fence so they cannot get out of the yard.You look up at the small sign theContinue reading “Fear Not for I Am with You…”

Be Strong and Pray

A few years back there was a popular phrase coined, “Get Over It”! People would get upset over the most non – essential things. Why do we allow the little things of life to get us so upset? We have to wait in line, the traffic light is too long or changes red too fast,Continue reading “Be Strong and Pray”

King David’s Greater Sin

When king David was king over Judah and Israel reigning about 40 years he never lost a military battle! Many think of David as the rascal who slept with Bathsheba while her husband Uriah was a war. He let the best of his lust get to him and obviously abused his position of authority. JustContinue reading “King David’s Greater Sin”

Dunamis Power

Do you remember the first time you drove a bike, vehicle, boat, with power? The feeling was so awesome as if you could take on the world. There is a great responsibility when it comes to handling power, whether it is used for good or bad. I remember my first power bike was a miniContinue reading “Dunamis Power”

Lot Chose Selfishness-Greed

Lot lifted up his eyes and saw all the valley of the Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere—this was before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah—like the garden of the Lord, like the land of Egypt as you go to Zoar. [11] So Lot chose for himself all the valley of the Jordan, andContinue reading “Lot Chose Selfishness-Greed”

Gods promises Never Fail

When it comes to praying, sometimes God says no!This may be hard to accept, but this is God’s way of guiding you to a greater purpose in life. Accepting God’s no requires as great a faith as carrying out His yes.King David was a perfect example of this, no matter how much he wanted toContinue reading “Gods promises Never Fail”

And When You Fast

And When You Fast: January many churches. Christmas go on a fasting kick. Daniel fast, diet, 10 or 21 days of fasting, etc.Convenience after the indulgences from the holidays! “And when you fast, don’t make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, for they try to look miserable and disheveled so people will admire them forContinue reading “And When You Fast”

Stay in Your Lane!

Heading into the New Year 2026 will be exciting depending how you look at the challenges! If you have heart and a passion for what you do then start building, designing, selling, solving complex issues, etc. Degrees are important, but lack of excellence has no excuse even if it takes you 120 years to buildContinue reading “Stay in Your Lane!”

Call Unto Me

Call Unto Me No matter what you are facing. God will make a way when it looks impossible. Call unto Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things which you do not know”Jer. 33:3 What are you facing today in your life, your home right now? The budget was tightContinue reading “Call Unto Me”

Joy To The World The Lord Is Come Let Earth Receive Her King !

The days and times were dark. King Herod was out to find Jesus not to worship him but to destroy him. The light is Jesus Christ, a baby born in the flesh, fully God and fully human. “Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, as He already existed in theContinue reading “Joy To The World The Lord Is Come Let Earth Receive Her King !”

Power in Praise

This year truly has been a challenge and struggle for many, not just a few.Everything is not okay in the world we are living in today. Listening to the lies of ‘pop psychology’ such as I’m okay, you’re okay” will not get you through reality, only unrealistic expectations. King David penned many Psalms when heContinue reading “Power in Praise”

The Gratitude of Grace

Being grateful for who God is and His existence, rather than what He has blessed us with! In the midst of being busy, “Be still and know that He Is God”. Knowing God the Father is not a religion, but a relationship. He is not beyond our reach, but closer than we think! Gratitude isContinue reading “The Gratitude of Grace”

Be His Hand Extended

“If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord— and he will repay you!” Proverbs 19:17 For those struggling with needs due to government shutdown with SNAP this is an opportunity to be a blessing to a family member or neighbor.Another option is to give to Salvation Army, Bread of Life in Malden,Continue reading “Be His Hand Extended”

The Finishing Touch

God’s Work is Art in your Life to Create a Masterpiece. A Handiwork! For those who are artistic with painting, drawing, writing, singing, orchestra, pottery, design, architecture etc. There is always a goal in sight. The final touches or finished product. John Williams the former conductor, writer, composer of the Boston Pops wrote the iconicContinue reading “The Finishing Touch”

Keep God as Your Compass

When we lose our sense of direction we can become confused and disoriented on our journey, especially without a compass. How in God’s creation did Columbus journey to North America? He must have had a compass along with facing many storms in the ocean. God’s Word has been my compass and giving me the directionContinue reading “Keep God as Your Compass”

Christ is the ROCK-PETRA

The Church Will Not Be Defeated How often when we think of church we drive by or enter a church sanctuary and think of church.What is church? Is it a mere building or is it an invisible kingdom here on earth until Jesus Christ’s return? We learned last week that Jesus Christ is the headContinue reading “Christ is the ROCK-PETRA”