For most of my childhood, my mother wrestled with drug addiction. I even remember periods when my sister and I would be alone for days. There were times when I knew we were in harm’s way but I am grateful for the gracious protection of God. Eventually, our grandparents took us in and raised usContinue reading “My Lessons on Grace: 1”
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When the Blessing Becomes a Sacrifice
Referencing Genesis 22 and Job 13:15 For the past few weeks, I have been meditating on the story of Abraham and Isaac. Today, I’d like to share another point from the story that blessed me. The story of Abraham is one of great faith. The Lord blessed Abraham and Sarah with a son, Isaac inContinue reading “When the Blessing Becomes a Sacrifice”
The Unexpected
The past two weeks have been extremely challenging for me. I have been bombarded with several major decisions and yet no resolve for any of them. The feeling of uncertainty has been looming over me like a storm cloud. I have felt like I’ve been standing under the cloud wondering when the rain will come.Continue reading “The Unexpected”
Who Do You Say He Is? Part 2
Exodus 3:13-14 English Standard Version (ESV) 13 Then Moses said to God, “If I come to the people of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ what shall I say to them?”14 God said to Moses, “I am whoContinue reading “Who Do You Say He Is? Part 2”
Who Do You Say He Is?: Part 1
Exodus 3:13-14 English Standard Version (ESV) 13 Then Moses said to God, “If I come to the people of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ what shall I say to them?”14 God said to Moses, “I am whoContinue reading “Who Do You Say He Is?: Part 1”
At the Well
Therefore, she went to the well during the heat of the day to avoid any human interaction. Little did she know that she’d find Jesus there. That sounds just like Him. He seeks us out in those moments when we do all we can to isolate ourselves and avoid others. I can speak from experienceContinue reading “At the Well”
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To All the Beautiful Moms
Legacy
In today’s society, there is a lot of emphasis on material gain. People are trying to make lots of money and accumulate as much as they can before leaving this earth but that is not what life is all about. I heard someone say they’ve never seen a U-Haul behind a hearse. What does thatContinue reading “Legacy”
Got Gifts?
Romans 12:6Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; theContinue reading “Got Gifts?”
God’s V.I.P. Section Part 2: Very Involved People
Although our days are numbered, God is calling us to get involved in what He is doing. I know that even the thought of the task seems daunting but it is what is required of us. I have had some unfavorable experiences while doing ministry work and was even at a point of not wantingContinue reading “God’s V.I.P. Section Part 2: Very Involved People”