At 28 years old, I accepted Christ as my personal Savior. I was a single mother of two young children, working two jobs, searching for something, but I didn't know what. The joy was overwhelming, but like many new Christian's, this is where I stopped. I quickly fell back into wordly ways, yet the Lord … Continue reading My Story of Salvation
The Faithful Couple
At church they come on Sunday, a smile upon their faces. The news received just weeks ago, With the Lord they've placed it. The strength and trust they both put forth, Great witnesses to all. Yet full of fear they both must be, behind that faithful wall. No one knows just what to say, pleasantries … Continue reading The Faithful Couple
Precious Souls
A visit to the nursing home and this is what I see. Many souls once full of life, to most a memory. Looking out the window, they watch the cars go by. As the world continues on, busy with their lives. Visitors less frequent, if they come at all. The residents continue on, wheeling down … Continue reading Precious Souls
Apples and Oranges
Our journey is not the same, the paths we walk are different, yet the same. The pain still resides with us, regardless of the cause. We don't see eye to eye, yet have a common goal. We allow obstacles to block our path. Sometimes I wonder if we truly understand how deep and sincere our … Continue reading Apples and Oranges
Questions
What holds us back? What gets in the way? Why don't we have the angst for God that we should? Why doesn't anyone want to talk about it? Has church become a hobby? What distracts us from learning and yearning for God? Why are we afraid to step out of our comfort zones? Why are … Continue reading Questions
The Struggle
My mind is so full of questions, thoughts, and observations. The more I learn and the deeper I look into God's word, the more intense my feelings of inadequacy. I woke this morning feeling exhausted and not wanting to get up. The first thought that crossed my mind was that there are people in the … Continue reading The Struggle
Are You Ready?
If today was your last day on this earth, would you be ready? Definitely something to think about.
Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy is rampant, in our world today. As people make excuses, why they stayed away. They didn't like the Pastor, or something that he said. They didn't like the music, or they the way that it was led. It's true that you may find judgement in a church. Don't let that be the reason, To … Continue reading Hypocrisy