Psalm 119:105Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.That verse is telling me that the Bible is a guiding light, one that shines on the paths we follow on our journey in life.Grow...  Read More

2 Timothy 2:2You heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them onto others.When our Pastor...  Read More

Philippians 4:13For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.Where does my help come from? It comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.As I sat and listened to those words b...  Read More

John 11:35Jesus wept.When we were growing up, my brother was always active in sports, particularly baseball, basketball, and track. As a result, I spent a lot of time sitting in the bleachers, watchin...  Read More

Philippians 4:6Don’t worry about anything; instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.Take a moment to reflect on the blessings in your life. Consider your...  Read More

Luke 23:34Jesus said, “Father forgive them for they don’t know what they are doing.”Earlier this summer, protests erupted across the country, some of which turned violent. And then, people began inten...  Read More

Psalm 130:5I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word.In essence, this is a declaration of faith, telling us to wait patiently, trust deeply and find hope in ...  Read More

Psalm 55:22Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.When I was a teenager, I absolutely loved riding roller coasters. I would run to g...  Read More

Psalm 118:8It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust people.Wow! That speaks volumes. I myself have trust issues and find it difficult to trust people easily. It takes me a long time to ge...  Read More

On a hill far away, stood an Old Rugged Cross; the emblem of suffering and shame. (By George Bennard)Surprised you there, I didn’t open with a verse of scripture. Don’t worry, it’s coming.Many years a...  Read More

Psalms 90:12Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.When I was growing up, I recall hearing the phrase “your days are numbered” in the old Western movies that my dad loved to w...  Read More

1 Peter 5:7Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.I’m not a big worrier. I suppose that’s because I believe that everything will eventually work itself out and be okay, or mayb...  Read More