Blessings, Daily Living, Drawing Near, God, Grace, Jesus Christ, Life purpose, Prayer, Scriptures

The Beatitudes as a Journey of Life and Faith

Have you ever read the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 and wondered what they mean and how they fit together? I am studying the whole book of Matthew and read this portion several times. I asked the Holy Spirit to show me something new and move my heart to align with Jesus. I share some of those gleanings in this video.

Drawing Near, Ephesians, God, Grace, Jesus Christ, Life purpose, Prayer, Salvation, Scriptures, Unbelief

It’s Just the Way I Am . . . I Guess I am Stuck

Do you ever feel defeated by your past and unable/unworthy to change? Perhaps you believe that any good for your life will only come through your hard work? Is that exhausting? What if there is a better way?

Ephesians, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Scriptures

The Surpassing Greatness of God’s Power

Scripture prayers help us access the power of God in our lives. We know the words align with His heart and we can pray with confidence for His fulfillment of our requests.

Drawing Near, Emotions, Forgiveness, Prayer, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step 6: Healing and Transformation

Replacing bitterness with joy and peace takes work The journey is hard, and the end result of freedom and personal growth is worth it.

Daily Living, Drawing Near, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step 5: Giving up Right to Revenge

Why should I quit thinking about revenge? I have been so hurt, and someone needs to pay!

Drawing Near, Emotions, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step Three: Removing the Hooks

We have a choice when we have been betrayed: let the pain eat us up or surrender it to walk in freedom.

Daily Living, Emotions, Forgiveness, Jesus Christ, Prayer

The Forgiveness Process Step Two: Clarify the Offenses

Bringing old wounds into the light is excruciating but it is one key step in regaining your life.

Daily Living, Drawing Near, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Salvation, Scriptures

What is the Big Deal about Easter and the Resurrection? Part 2

How could the death of one person do these impossible things: clear us of the guilt of sin; grant us eternal life; and give us access to all the riches of God Himself?

Drawing Near, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Salvation, Scriptures

What is the Big Deal about Easter and the Resurrection? Part 1

What is behind the Easter and Resurrection story? Why is it important?

CoronaVirus, Daily Living, Drawing Near, Emotions, Prayer, Scriptures

Where Do We Go When Life Goes into the Pits?

How do we get through depressing and fearful times? My friend found solace by praying with a trusted friend.