I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. ~ Revelation 3:19 (NLT) Have you ever met a child whose parents never did anything to discipline their poor behavior? If not, count yourself blessed! I’ve been witness to many kids over the years who have no concept of whatContinue reading "You’re In My Seat"

So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. ~ Hebrews 4:16 (NLT) When I was younger, I remember many teachers giving me some conflicting information. (I’m sure this never happens at otherContinue reading "Go Boldly"

Yes, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. ~ 2 Timothy 3:12 (NLT) I had the privilege to attend a teen spiritual retreat for many years. This was an annual retreat where around 600 or so teenagers came to fellowship, have fun, and worship God. It wasContinue reading "Am I Really a Christian?"

People who wink at wrong cause trouble, but a bold reproof promotes peace. ~ Proverbs 10:10 (NLT) There is, or was, a tv show called “What Would You Do?” The idea behind the show was to create a situation that should require intervention by those passing by in order to help resolve it. The situationContinue reading "Be a Peacemaker"

Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else. ~ Galatians 6:4 (NLT) In our world, it is very common for us to compare ourselves to someone else. For example, I wish I could preachContinue reading "Embrace Your Uniqueness"

Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord. ~ Psalm 27:14 (NLT) Patience is a virtue, or so I’ve been told. I’ve never been really good at patience. Sitting around and waiting for something to happen seems foreign. Why wait when we can do something, right? In thisContinue reading "Can’t Rush Patience"