Gift a Hug

Pass out hugs today, at each of your casual encounters. It’s a free gift that does not require wrapping. At weddings, birthdays, the subway, or at the grocery store just ask. “Can I give you a hug?” People usually say yes without knowing all the benefits. The average length of a hug between two people…

In the Spirit

Charles Spurgeon on the fruit of the Spirit of God, and what is not. “When the Spirit of truth is come, He pours daylight into the darkness, and leads us into all truth. He does not merely show the truth, but He leads us into it, so that we stand within it, and rejoice in…

Tent Tales

Many folks go camping to get away, to refresh, to spend time in nature. Guess who set the stage for great encounters? Yep, God Himself! Back in the 50’s there was a well known radio host/comedian/song writer in Hollywood named Stuart Hamblen. Stuart was known in downtown Los Angeles for his drinking, joking around, and…

A Silent Night

Twas the night before Jesus returned, and just as God predicted, many lamps were running short of oil. Soon, like a thief in the night, within the time frame of a blink, those with bright lamps shining and hearts expecting — their beds, chairs, and cars will be emptied in a supernatural twinkling. Within this…

Thanksgiving

Praise God for His way is perfect. Life is always exciting as we trust in God. Our Father continues to surprise and astound us. His plan is marvelous, His goodness is everlasting, His mercy never ends, His love is boundless, and we stand in awe — touched by His presence, we sweetly weep as we…

Envy and War

Once upon a time, a man named Goliath was sent to intimidate an army. This giant of a man and all others who rallied behind him occupied land, but what crept into their hearts? All these soldiers were born into a keenly crafted culture of hate. The leader of this land had been persuaded that…

The Old Gate

No matter what is going on in the world, we always have the freedom to choose. We freely choose what to think. We make a decision on where to go. Most importantly, we choose to follow the leader, or we follow the most popular idea or crowd. God warns us to pay attention to the…

Childlike Wonder

As children of God, we have all been adopted, sealed and delivered into the love of a Father who keeps His promises. If you have a combined family, have remarried into a family with kids from a previous marriage, or if God gifted you with an adopted child on earth, this prayer may bring a…

Aside Fun

Who rode in a sidecar, face shining as their soul was changed forever? A clue is that they grew up in Ireland. As a youth they pursed pleasure over all else. This poet read volumes and enjoyed great music. Their logic, philosophy and intellectual reasoning had dismissed God. That mystery solved along with other astonishing…

Dead Old Ways

His unseen Spirit was like a fresh wind that blew through. The Holy Spirit stopped my mind and my old nature surrendered. Each breath of God created something marvelous to behold. His promise is to make all things new. Today, let us choose to serve His kingdom with each word we speak, with every thought…