STOP REASONING

Our mind is a fascinating, unseen, ongoing box of constant chatter. The brain is physical, and the mind is not. The science of mind even became a religion. We determine what is dark and light. It is hard to capture every thought, but God said that we can. Consider each thought for just one hour.…

Sleepless

My heart is weary in the middle of the night. My restless soul awoke to a vivid dream, and without hesitation, I responded in my flesh, not by His Spirit. Angered, with “why this?” I know my God sees me as His Spirit never departs from me. Fully awake; I seek He who knows, and…

Rebuilding Walls

God chose Nehemiah to rebuild the wall, a daunting task. As a humble cupbearer he boldly asked the king for help. He knew the promises of God, and he trusted His faithfulness. He had ears to hear what the Spirit of God was saying, and he wrote it down for our benefit today. As a…

Charlotte Vawter

The Author of Miss Charlotte’s story is God the Father. He placed her name in the Lamb’s Book of Life and knit her together in her mother’s womb. Her children arise and call her blessed.” It is my privilege to summarize her lasting impact at Lakeside for generations to come. Because of her obedience, her legacy…

Arrogance

Pride shows up in many ways as we read Scripture. Pride is NOT just a feeling of being superior. A show of arrogance is recognized, if we assume, or suggest that our own reasoning of the facts is the only way. We easily identify those who are self absorbed, or behave narcissistically and see their…

Prophecy

“True prophecy reflects the unity of the Spirit and the oneness of the body of Christ, where no member is above another.” Dr Mark Chironna. As the many contemporary prophets claim to have a “special” relationship with God, no matter how they phrase it, it is not revelation but excessive pride, hubris. True revelation within…

Keep it Simple

Most new babes in Christ make the mistake of straining to do more to deserve God’s love and grace. This might be a hangover from a world point of view. The world strives to impress, to do great things to reach goals. The world teaches that people attain nothing without effort. Christianity is an upside…

Why Tears?

What makes tears flow? A song, a memory, laughter, pain, or a loss? This story was written by Cheryl Jagst after she witnessed an unknown woman in our church worshipping. We all leave an impact. Many of us will depart, never knowing our legacy. Revelation 12:11“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamband by…

Sin in the Camp

The cost of sin is death! Yes, death to a relationship with our Holy God. Each sin is equal and each white lie separates us from the Glory of God. Taking the promise land required taking down the wall of Jericho. Joshua 6:18 “Don’t bring trouble and destruction by stealing.” Whenever a Christian does what…

The Glorious Church

It is a decision, it is a choice to choose the Body of Christ over denomination. God’s glorious church is suddenly awakened with eyes to see what God sees. Each member of His Body is His beloved. Together, all members unify in one accord for His purpose. “He is not simply one Christian among many,…