There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. 1 John 4:18 ESV We were excitedly on our way to SeaWorld for their new Praisewaves Weekend with Steven Curtis Chapman. We…
Read moreI have heard many times people say something to the effect of, “If you are not in a storm or trial now, get ready because one is coming.” This has been a year of illness related trials. My mother was hospitalized last month with heart issues. Thankfully, her condition was…
Read moreAnd how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” Romans 10:15 ESV As we moved into the Christmas season, our life group at church decided to dive into David Platt’s study, “Follow Me.”…
Read moreI will run in the way of your commandments when you enlarge my heart! (Psalm 119:32 ESV) This fall sports season, my children embarked on a new and challenging sport – Cross Country. Initially, they weren’t exactly willing participants. See, as students in the Tae Kwon Do/MMA discipline, a…
Read moreDo not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 ESV Have you ever experienced…
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