As we focus on gratitude this month, let’s study the Bible about giving thanks – how, to whom, when, and why – using 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 as our guide. Please join me for the second day of a five-day Bible study as we consider our audience.
In our ongoing quest for gratitude this month, let’s study the Bible about giving thanks – how, to whom, when, and why – using 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 as our guide. Please join me for a five-day Bible study starting today.
The basic definition of gratitude is the quality of being thankful. Huh. Several lifestyle advisers say that you will be happier if you write in a gratitude journal for five minutes every day in order to lift your spirits. Huh. But this simplistic definition and a minimal worldly strategy miss the point of gratitude entirely. Gratitude is not about me, how I feel, or what I have. Continue reading
As I get ready to boot up my laptop (after keeping it closed for 30 days), I think that now is a great time to add some spark to my screen. I’ve made some new screensavers – landscape for computer screens and portrait for mobile devices – to inspire and encourage me in my goals for the new year. And I’d like to share these free gifts with you! Continue reading
The basic definition of gratitude is the quality of being thankful. Huh. Several advisers say that you will be happier if you write in a gratitude journal for five minutes every day in order to lift your spirits. Huh. But this simplistic definition and minimal worldly strategy miss the point of gratitude entirely. Gratitude is not about me, how I feel, or what I have. Continue reading
We are instructed to pray for others. We want to pray for others because we care. But sometimes asking the question, “How can I pray for you?” solicits an “organ recital” from others that distracts us from our prayer ministry. Here are some things to keep in mind in order to pray for the sick and those struggling with medical issues. Continue reading
As you continue to read my Christian fiction novel, “Elephant in the Room,” I’m so glad that you are also following along with this Bible study, “Let’s Talk about the Elephant in the Room – Gluttony.”
By now, you’ve met the members of the Harvey family and encountered the inciting event for their grandparents. Have you ever faced a major crisis in your family that prompted you to reach out to your pastor for wisdom and guidance? Grab your Bible and a notebook, and let’s join the characters as they go to God and search His written word for wisdom, comfort, and forgiveness. Continue reading
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