Alley Family Roots

A Love Story in the Shadow of the Eifel Mountains, began in the small village of Shuen Ecken. In the heart of post-World War II Europe, an eager 19-year-old boy named Willis Earl Alley was the son of Vernon and Isa Mae. He was the middle child born into a tribe of 12 field workers.…

Hand Picked

Why Did God Choose You in Your Family? God’s Calling is understood by some parents and siblings. Being divinely chosen and set apart within one’s family for a specific spiritual purpose is a calling that is not about superiority but responsibility. A unique heavenly perspective is sustained by His grace. Our willingness to address difficult…

Thought Life

To examine our heart deeply, we are wise to ask, “Do I lead a life of devotion and obedience to God? Do I enjoy a mind occupied with God’s loving kindness? Do I walk in humble submission and confidence?” Behold Jesus stands at the door of our hearts and knocks. The audiobook by Henry Scougal …

Gift of God

“And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you BELIEVED, you were MARKED in HIM with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.” Ephesians 1:13 — The eternal gift of God includes the mark of God, the filling of the Holy Spirit. The Jewish…

John C Maxwell

John Maxwell’s reflections on “finishing well” resonate deeply with 2 Timothy 4. This letter yet encourages perseverance and faithfulness until the end of one’s journey. At age 80, Maxwell exhorts believers to not mix their faith in Jesus with faith in their successes. We each leave a legacy every time we humbly reflect Jesus, or…

Influencers

The greatest Influencer is from the Ancient of Days. The Holy Spirit abides and thrives as we submit to listen and glisten in the light of His revelation. The living Word of God breathes life and hope into every earnest, seeking, hungry heart. The promised deposit of the Holy Spirit gratifies all empty desires. He…

Just Passing Through

The truth is that we are all just passing through this broken world, but as believers, we are not alone. The Holy Spirit reminds us to hold onto the the faith we’ve been gifted. Through His eyes and by His wisdom we undo the entire strategy of our adversary. He studies us and plots against…