Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty (Ps. 91:1). O God, we live in a frightful, broken world. The COVID-19 pandemic, political unrest, and violence on the streets have caused chaos, bitterness, and fear in our hearts. Lord, but I know that when we dwell... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Your Smile
The brilliant sun shinesBut not as brightly as yourWonderful smile. You are created in the image of God. Though the sun may shine a brilliant light, there is nothing greater to the Lord when He sees us smile. I truly believe that. He created the stars, planets, galaxies, giraffes, trees, birds, whales and more, but... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: The Lord Is My Shepherd And King
"The Lord is my shepherd. I lack nothing." -Psalm 23:1 (NIV) This chapter encompasses the importance of having a relationship with God. He is our shepherd. He protects us in a world full of sin and chaos. When we have God, there is nothing we lack. Have you seen the bumper sticker Jesus + nothing... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Stormy Waves
The sea grinds its teeth.The wind roars above the crest.Waves come crashing in. Have you ever been to the beach and noticed when a storm is about to begin? The sea becomes more intense as if it's grinding teeth. The wind picks up and the waves get larger. Soon, waves start crashing in. Life is... Continue Reading →
Poem: God Of Refuge
When shadows darken the soul And hope hides behind the horizon I run to the God of peace And my worries cease. When winter fails to bring spring. And dreams are lost at sea I cry out to the God of mercy My parched lips no longer thirsty. When flowers dry out in the heat... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Sea of Faces
A sea of faces.Aspiring to be someoneIn the big city. Big cities are places of opportunity. Many people go there in order to fulfill their greatest dreams and aspirations. In the sea of faces, in the busyness of it all, they are trying to be someone. The world has a desire to show their talents... Continue Reading →
How Do You Preach And Craft An Effective Sermon?
You may think preaching is a natural gift, but really it's an acquired skill. You might believe God hasn't given you the gift of preaching, but I assure you this is not the case. Moses said the same thing to Yahweh when He spoke from the burning bush: I am not a great speaker, Moses... Continue Reading →
Is Christian Blogging Still Worth It In The Year 2021?
Is Christian blogging still worth your time in the year 2020? The short answer is yes! The long answer, well, may take a few more paragraphs to explain. But I promise to do my best to keep your attention for the next few minutes. Let's get started! As of today, there are more than 500... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Hope For Immortality
Past, Present, Future.Flashes before mortal eyes.Like the morning dew. Humans are mortal beings. In this life, we will all have to face death. But our mortality can lead to immortality when we trust in God. According to Scripture, when we put our trust and faith in God, He will grant us eternal life. This is... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Christian Marriage
When we said, "I do."The Lord united us bothAs husband and wife. Christian marriage is a sacred commitment between a husband and wife. It is the foundation for a healthy family unit. Biblical marriage symbolizes an even greater commitment that will last for eternity: The union of Christ and the Church.