With all that is going on today, it is easy for us to get discouraged. This pandemic has caused  us to have to be physically separated from our friends, family and other loved ones.  We may feel as if we are alone and feel powerless and defeated. When the feelings of hurt and defeat come

Once we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, we are called to minister. When people here the phrase “called to minster”, they immediately say that they are nobody’s preacher.  The word minister does not mean to preach, it literally means to serve. We’ve all been called to a life of service. You may never mount

Having recently celebrated birthday, I realize that this physical body has definitely aged. However, I have chosen not to get old. Old is a state of mind. I’ve decided that I will not allow my mind to catch up with my body. I will eventually work on this body as well.. but I digress. (lol)

While working toward a goal that seems good, you realize that reaching them will require a choice of decisions that upset your spirit. Whenever that is the case, it’s safe to say, this hasn’t been approved by God. The Lord will not give you thoughts or goals that are contrary to His will and His

Maturity in the body of Christ is necessary to continue to understand the ways of God. We don’t instantly understand all things at the moment of salvation.  As time passes, we develop wisdom through studying the word of God and through prayer.  If we stay diligent, we will learn how to differentiate between truth and

In the midst of all we are enduring, we may think that our prayers are not being heard by God. Some may even feel, that God hears us but is choosing not to answer.  However, we are taught to persevere in prayer, and scripture teaches us that God will answer. Oftentimes, unanswered prayers are not

Every day we communicate with each other in various ways. Some may call, text, face time or even use social media. We are always in communication with others. But, how and how often do we communicate with God during the day?  Do we pray, read His word or even listen to encouraging music. Many of

Currently it may appear that everything is out of control. It may seem as if no one really knows what decisions are needed for anything or anyone. News Flash: God knows exactly what is going on.  Because God is still omniscient, we can be confident that He knows and is in control of every aspect

Giving thanks and praise to God magnifies Him, but it also benefits us. Our gratitude is not a necessity to God, but as we give Him thanks, it aides us in many ways. When we express our gratefulness to God, it helps us refocus our attention. Currently our life is filled with many distractions. Because

Spiritual gifts fall into two categories, speaking and serving. Neither is more important than the other because both are demonstrations of God’s grace to the church. However, if we are using our spiritual gifts, the kingdom is suffering. Prayerfully most believers are involved in a local church, actively loving the body of Christ. By doing