Create in me a pure heart O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 This scripture has been an anchor for me most of my life. Almost like a homing device when I’ve felt my heart begin to wander. It is also the first scripture our oldest...

You’ve been given a Golden Ticket. And it may be to a destination you have never considered going. But I urge you to take a look at the itinerary. We will make a few stops...as well as an extended stay in a territory called FORGIVENESS. But eventually we...

Out of the blue: from an unexpected or unseen source; at a completely unexpected time We have all had situations hit us ‘out of the blue’! Some are pleasant like getting a bonus or a promotion we didn’t see coming. Maybe some as thrilling as attending a...

“They exchanged the truth about God for a lie and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever! Amen.” Romans 1:25 Are you into idol worshiping? I bet most of us would immediately answer that question with a resounding...

“The unfolding of Your Word gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.”
Psalm 119:130

There is nothing like seeing God’s Word leap off the pages of your Bible! I love when I read a passage and it immediately touches my heart. But many times when I’m studying, I’ll read a scripture and it just doesn’t come alive for me. I’ll find myself thinking, “Ok, I understand what it’s saying, but what does it mean?” I know…that statement is an oxymoron. But it can be true at times!! Right? ….

Leading a small group can seem scary if you have never done it! Attending a small group can feel like a beat down when you don’t understand some basic small group etiquette. We all have different gifts, resources and personalities that bring something unique to the...

Music filled our home when I was growing up! And, lots of dancing was not uncommon either!! In fact, my parents are amazing dancers. They literally exude joy and command the attention of the room anytime they step out on the floor and do their thing!  ...

Proverbs 3:3-4 Do not let kindness and truth leave you; bind them around your neck, write it on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good repute in the sight of God and man. Knock Knock!—Who’s There?—Banana.—Banana Who? Knock Knock!—Who’s...

It’s pouring down rain outside this afternoon. I’m snuggled under a warm red blanket with an equally warm beverage in reach. Once I got settled and comfy, I opened my laptop and began to ask the Lord to tender my heart to whoever might hear from Him when reading this post. With my eyes closed, I envisioned myself sitting …

Rose-colored glasses: An optimistic perception of something; a positive opinion; seeing something in a positive way, often thinking of it as better than it actually is; or a cheerful or optimistic view of things, usually without valid basis

All of us have heard the term “rose-colored glasses”. It usually describes someone who looks at a situation and sees it in a better light than what it actually is. Maybe even as they wish or hope it to be. The world sometimes labels such an individual as someone who isn’t in touch with reality.