On the same day, when evening had come, He said to them, “Let us cross over to the other side.” Now when they had left the multitude, they took Him along in the boat as He was. And other little boats were also with Him. And a great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that it was (more…)
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When Words Become Toxic
So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.—Genesis 1:27
For years now, my husband has been complaining about a trend in TV commercials and shows in which men are depicted as cavemen-like bumbling fools. But you can always count on the woman to set others right.
“They make men (more…)
Give Thanks in All Things
Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.—1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
I love Thanksgiving. I love the family gatherings and the food and the laughter and the photos and the traditions and all the leftovers. I love having a long weekend to enjoy with loved ones. I love the fact that Thanksgiving (more…)
Those Voices in Your Head
Do not fear, for I am with you. Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10
Most of us would run from someone who admitted having voices in her head. But in reality, most of us do, just not to the kind that tell us (more…)
The Object of Our Faith
. . . For truly I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, “Move from here to there,” and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you.—Matthew 17:20
In the face of trials, we pray for God’s favor, aka a resolution that fits nicely in our happily-ever-after scenario (more…)