Pastor Terry preached on thinking versus feeling. He explained that our feelings flow out of what we are thinking and he referenced the prophet Elijah in the Old Testament. In 1 Kings 18:22-40 Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal to … Continue reading
I moved to the country some years ago and now must drive 45 minutes to get to work each day. However, I do not mind the commute as I pass over lakes and by open fields and farms. On my … Continue reading
My son balks at the Bible, especially when anyone quotes scripture. He does not believe that it is inspired by the Holy Spirit but rather thinks it’s a list of silly rules and stories that are not relevant today. He … Continue reading
Well, actually I don’t think that I can narrow it down to just one habit but rather four. It was through Bible study and prayer that I was saved spiritually, and through exercise and healthy eating that saved me physically. … Continue reading
My minister gave a sermon on how our life as a Christian is similar to a baseball game. In baseball, there are three bases and a home plate. The goal is to hit a ball, and run to touch all successive … Continue reading
We adopted an older dog many years ago. She was a gorgeous German shepherd with a playful disposition. Each morning, she greeted me with a tail thumping the carpet as she lied on her side waiting for me to pet … Continue reading
I had a fun rhyme that I shared with my kids before bed each night. It started with the question, “How much do I love you?” Their response was, “Up to God.” At first, it may be assumed that God … Continue reading
Do you believe in angels? I do. Angels may seem like mythical characters like hobbits, fairies, and leprechauns. But I believe they are real. One day, I was tidying up my son’s room and I came across a little blue … Continue reading
The Battle for Heaven by Pat Steel The battle I am referring to is not the battle to get there, but the difficulty of keeping it in the forefront of our thoughts. There are so many issues that we face … Continue reading
What is Heaven Like? by Pat Steel In my first post, I wrote about heaven being a real place, a physical place. As for our new resurrected bodies, we have the example of Jesus. When He rose from the grave … Continue reading