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…

Job

The story of Job is of great benefit to all who have and will suffer in this life. God describes Job as a man who feared Him and who shunned evil. God also declared that there is no one on earth like him, and that Job was blameless and upright. Job had great wealth and…

La Señora

Throughout history, God has used many women for His great purpose. Rahab was the prostitute that provided safety for Joshua. Ruth was a foreigner. Esther was an orphan. A Renaissance woman known simply as “La Señora” in 1525 defied the oddity of a woman in business. She developed trade networks that provided opportunities for the…

Original Owner

Who owned the house, the car, the book, the rights before you? During a Jubilee year, everything is returned to the original owner. Who owns ALL the LAND, and all the cattle on 1,000 hills? Every 50 years is a Jubilee year. 1867 was a remarkable year of Jubilee. The next was 1917, followed by…

A Legal Addiction

At breakfast, lunch, or while healthy snacking? I have indulged the toast, pizza, cake, fruit, yogurt, potatoes, and gelato! My choices, my results! I am sick and tired of losing energy instead of the weight I vowed to lose. Truth There are boxes, bags, and cans of dead food choices at every store or restaurant. …

Bronte Sisters

Quiet folks are busy with attentive ears, and noticing the rhythm, and whatever is praiseworthy. They take note of what the talking heads say, and what the writers are penning. If in a public setting, they only insert what might be helpful. Highly observant, they bring a calm and offer a soft smile of appreciation…

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…