Why are you willing to do it?

You've been given a direction and it is different from the way things have been. How will you decide if you will go that way or not? How will you determine if that is the right direction? How will you know if that is the way you are supposed to go? Will you turn to …

At a crossroads? Wondering how you can choose? Trust God rather than leaning on your own understanding!

As today begins and the direction is seemingly becoming clear, don’t worry. Cast your worries, cares, and anxieties upon he Lord because He cares for you. Take hold of God’s Word where the verse for today is: “[Not in your own strength] for it is God Who is all the while effectually at work in …

How will you use the time? the gifts? the talents?

So a bunch of the things that used to be on your calendar are gone. How will you choose to use the open slots on your calendar? Will you be a good steward of the time? Will you be a good steward of the gifts you have been given? Will you be a good steward …

How can you be and stay relevant when your role changes?

How will you make a difference in the lives of others? Will the change help you find new ways to make a difference and stay connected with others? Will you find better and more efficient ways to be a connector, an encourager, a helper, a friend, a leader, a mentor, ... So you lost your …

We need to live lives worthy of our God!

Ever felt like because of who you are others treat you differently? Ever felt like because of what you believe others treat you differently? Ever had someone look at you like you were an alien from outer space who didn't belong? Being believers in Jesus and knowing that heaven is our home, maybe they are …

Let’s strive to do what is good!

Let's not payback wrong for wrong! Let's strive to do what is good instead! Let's strive to do good for each other! Let's strive to do good for everyone! Everyone means that even if they are your enemy, if they are hungry, give them food to eat; if they are thirsty, give them water to …

Do not become discouraged (utterly spiritless, exhausted, and wearied out through fear)

As the week begins let’s start it off on the right foot. Let’s fill ourselves up with the Holy Spirit by spending time in God’s Word. Let’s remove any barriers by dealing with any issues or concerns up front. Let’s not allow bitterness nor anger nor frustration be our drivers or motivation as we start …

Do Good to All!

Do you realize that all means everyone? Do you realize that all means the people you get along with and those you don't? Do you realize that all means the people who treat you right and the ones who don't? Do you realize that all means the people you know and the people you don't? …

What starts fights and quarrels among you?

Ever heard the words "it was the best of times, it was the worst of times"? Ever considered what is taking place on this planet right now and all the good and amazing things that are taking place? Ever considered what is taking place on this planet right now and all the evil, the pain, …

Finish the week strong!

Do not grow weary in doing good! Do not grow weary in doing what is right! Do not grow weary in doing what is well! Get filled up this morning before you start your day so that by the power of God, the filling of the Spirit, and the Word of God, you will be …

Do not give up!

This morning my day started with two things - a song playing in my head and a message from Galatians 6:9. The song keeps playing "There’s nothing that our God can’t do There’s not a prison wall He can’t break through Oh praise the name That makes a way There’s nothing that our God can’t …

Difficult but necessary conversations?

What if people seemed to be trying to look superior by using words that others didn't understand? What if people seemed to be downplaying or ignoring others input and feedback in various communication channels? What if people seemed to be excluding others from the plan or the conversation and then anything that came out of …

Do you realize when the timing is right?

Have you been given the power and the authority you need to answer the call? Have you been given the power and the authority you need to go and do what you have been assigned? Have you been given the tasks and purpose for what you are about to do? Was it a call like …

It has been a while… are you ready to reach out and meet new people?

The people who know you, know you and you need to continue to strengthen those relationships. There are a bunch of people you haven't met before because it has been 2 years since you last visited. So will you make time to spread joy and welcome to them in your busy day? Notice I didn't …

Finish the week strong!

It's amazing when the week kicked off learning about the how things happened over many previous months and how vision leaks and as it leaks it opens people up to critics and naysayers. It's amazing how it can jump start your week and change your entire attitude when you put your focus back on making …