1 Peter 5:7 “Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you.” A dear brother in Christ shared this simple verse with me while I was in a season of great unrest and anxiety – even to the point I was being ensnared with some obsessive compulsive behaviors I had never experienced before. TheContinue reading “2020 Anticipation !”
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Truth: Thought Choice
Thought choice?! A few years ago I connected with a ministry called Free Indeed based on a referral from Restored Hope Network. I enrolled in The Freedom Fighter program which is a 20 week coaching program for those seeking freedom from sexual sin. As part of the program I read through the book At theContinue reading “Truth: Thought Choice”
Truth: Deceitful Heart
Perhaps I have shared some thoughts on this before; nonetheless its worth repeating. It’s worth repeating as I need to remind myself of this truth: Jeremiah 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? Sometimes I find myself embattled with desires and struggle to understand why I am seemingly naturally inclined toContinue reading “Truth: Deceitful Heart”
Light is the Answer
Merry Christmas Eve! Just read a devotion by Paul David Tripp — is a great reminder this day: “…the world was desperate for light. Everyone was part of the problem, and everyone suffered from the problem, but no one could solve the problem. God’s solution was the only way. He sent the one who isContinue reading “Light is the Answer”
The Heart of Man – Movie
Have you seen it? I am a fan of this movie! This movie is full of symbolism and dramatic interpretation of the battle of sin, relationship with the Father and community. The depictions vividly demonstrate man’s battle with temptation, sin, and shame. There are several scenes that got my attention. There is a scene inContinue reading “The Heart of Man – Movie”
Truth: Being Grateful
Well, this is a delayed post. I did start writing it ion Thanksgiving and then got distracted by the day’s events. Being Grateful need not be a Thanksgiving only focus as was the point of my thoughts that day…. I would tend to shy away from talking about being grateful on Thanksgiving since it isContinue reading “Truth: Being Grateful”
Truth: Love of Jesus
I say it often; I love my church. Seriously, the Holy Spirit was speaking strongly and repeatedly to the voids of my heart today, just where I needed it. The LOVE of Jesus was experienced in my heart today. Tears flowed easily. Never ever underestimate the of importance of putting yourself in places where theContinue reading “Truth: Love of Jesus”
“Measure of a Man”
This past Sunday my pastor was talking about the standard measure (The Word of God) when discerning spirits. Is it the spirit of God or is it the spirit of man? It reminded me of an older song by 4Him – “Measure of a Man”. I remember times when I found myself struggling with myContinue reading ““Measure of a Man””
Truth: House Cleaning?!
Kind of a baffling title for a blog entry? I hope it got your attention and curiosity piqued. Stick with me. I will get to it. I attend a monthly men’s breakfast at my church. I might add, early breakfast as it is at 6 a.m. Im not a fan of early mornings but IContinue reading “Truth: House Cleaning?!”
Truth: Greater is He!
I spent some time this morning journaling; very long overdue. God was there with me reading and knowing my heart as the words began to fall on the page. As I was thinking He was helping me realize the condition of my heart. Some of the phrases that I penned this morning: “Bottom line IContinue reading “Truth: Greater is He!”
Rescued Identity 