READ: Luke 12:35-48 “Stay dressed for action and keep your lamps burning, and be like men who are waiting for their master to come home from the wedding feast, so that they may open the door to him at once when he comes and knocks. Blessed are those servants whom the master finds awake when […]
Read MoreWhen I was Suddenly Single, it was like a grenade had gone off. You’re disoriented, with good reason. And whether you realize it or not, you’re going through some huge, emotional upheaval. And that’s why I’m offering these tips on what to do about your finances when you’re trying to hold on. Try these for […]
Read MoreSo let me get real with you about spiritual burnout. That’s where you don’t feel like picking up the Bible. Sermons are ok but not knocking your socks off like they once did. You feel lethargic toward spiritual things – even (and especially) ministry. You’re serving but have lost your joy. When this happens, here […]
Read MoreLately – actually, it’s been a while now – I’ve become convicted regarding my speech. For starters, it’s about my use of the English language when I get angry or frustrated. But then it has to do with conversations and whether or not I’m being a good listener. (Like, when you’re not really listening to a […]
Read MoreTo God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ…-Colossians 1:2 Wait… Is that a typo? Is this one of those new fangled Bible translations just trying to make everybody feel good? Did Paul really just address this letter to God’s holy people? Wow! Now to hear some of my Christian brothers […]
Read More“…Grace and peace to you from God our Father.” Colossians 1:2 God’s Grace… His favor, life, love and power offered to us. No strings attached, right? Well, maybe not. I wonder if I have such trouble receiving His Grace at times because even though I know there are no conditions… I can’t help but think, […]
Read More“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you…” Colossians 1:3 I wonder… Who will we pray for today? Who will we give thanks for? Have you noticed how easy it is to get so caught up in our own stuff that we just forget others. And it’s not […]
Read More“Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother…” Colossians 1:1 Christian… Who are your friends like Timothy? I wonder… Who are the ones in your life you’re most committed to helping come to know Jesus? No, more than that… You’re committed to helping them come to love Jesus. Who […]
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