7 Apr 2019 0 Comment

Build on Rock

When we build our lives on very shaky foundations we shouldn’t be surprised when things start collapsing. Jesus reminds us in his teachings that the only solid foundation is himself, the Rock of our salvation. On him alone we build. We...
31 Mar 2019 0 Comment

Judge Not

We live in a very judgmental world. When we leave judgment to God we free ourselves to look at one another through fresh and forgiving eyes. We can receive Jesus’ message about not judging others. Scriptures Romans 2:1-11 Matthew...
24 Mar 2019 0 Comment

Do Not Worry

We recognize that so much of our lives is spent worrying about what might happen or what has happened. Jesus teaches us to stop being anxious and simply trust in His love and care for us. We can receive Jesus’ message about being anxious...
17 Mar 2019 0 Comment

Practicing Prayer and Fasting

Lent is a season of prayer and fasting. We grow in our relationship with Jesus through prayer, and we learn more about Him and ourselves by giving up those things that can distract us from our connection with Him. We can receive Jesus’...
12 Mar 2019 0 Comment

Being Salt and Light

Jesus calls us to be salt and light in this world of sin. We who have tasted and seen His great love for us can savor His salvation and shine with His glory and grace in the places He has put us. We can receive Jesus’ message about being...
3 Mar 2019 0 Comment

How to Be a Transformer

In revealing His glory to us in Jesus, God shows how we can be transformed by His Spirit—instruction that comes through His Word. God provides for our spiritual transformation. Scriptures 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Luke...
23 Feb 2019 0 Comment

How to ‘Lift Up’ Those Who are Down

Life is hard, and in our love for one another we are called to encourage one another. Encouragement, building others up, is taking the truth of Scripture by life and word to help restore perspective and provide the hope that carries...
17 Feb 2019 0 Comment

How to Resolve Conflict in Relationships

Living in harmony is critical for loving one another. Awareness of what causes disharmony or conflict is important for finding the solutions to address conflict and restore harmony in relationships. God provides for us to resolve conflict...
10 Feb 2019 0 Comment

How to Love Those Who are Different

To love each other the way Jesus loved His disciples means we must accept others as Jesus accepted us. We are to view others in light of their eternity and need instead of by their outward appearance, possessions, status or abilities. God...
3 Feb 2019 0 Comment

How to Connect Deeply with Others

To love one another and connect deeply takes devotion to one another and being intentional about connecting in that devotion. A variety of obstacles can get in the way of this, yet there are ways to help us develop deeper relationships....