“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5 Yesterday was a very special day in our city. 26,000 people from all over the world ran to remember the 168 people lost, hundreds of survivors, and the countless number of people forever changed by the April 19, 1995 bombing […]
It Is Well – written by Horacio Spafford in 1873 Read the story behind this iconic hymn here. “When peace like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say It is well, it is well, with my soul It is well With my […]
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Do you ever feel like your prayer requests out number your praise reports? Sometimes I find myself sending requests up to the Lord throughout the day but when it comes to listing […]
“fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart” Hebrews […]
“But it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.” 2 Timothy 1:10 “A motto I have adopted in my life is “run toward the roar.” We need to live knowing God will use our pain […]
“Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Luke 23:42 This week we celebrate Jesus’ victory over death. From Palm Sunday to Passover to Good Friday, we celebrate and remember the greatest gift ever given – life eternal. The words in this verse were spoken by one of the criminals crucified […]
They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the king of Israel!” John 12:13 Yesterday was Palm Sunday, the day Jesus triumphantly entered Jerusalem. The people were worshiping Him, screaming His name and bowing down to the Son […]
You call out to God for help and he helps—he’s a good Father that way. But don’t forget, he’s also a responsible Father, and won’t let you get by with sloppy living. 1 Peter 1:17 (MSG) We have the freedom to call out to God with confidence fully knowing He hears us. Sometimes, we are […]
“Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth.” Colossians 3:2 I was recently slapped in the face with my earthly perspective. A friend asked if I would donate some specific clothes to a family in need. This is something that I would generally do without even thinking, but […]
Your God is present among you, a strong Warrior there to save you. Happy to have you back, he’ll calm you with his love and delight you with his songs. Zephaniah 3:17 (MSG) The Lord never leaves you, sings over you and goes to war for you. Everyday our God is warring against the enemy […]