And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink…
Read more“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4…
Read moreThere once was a little girl who saved her allowance until she had enough money to buy a pretty plastic pearl necklace. She loved that necklace so much that she wore them every day; only taking them off to take a bath. One day her daddy asked her, “Do you…
Read moreSome of you may see the title and decide not to read this post. I understand. None of us like suffering. When suffering comes into our lives — be it physical, spiritual, emotional, existential — we have several responses: flee, avoid, deny, evade, remedy. Generally speaking, we don’t embrace it.…
Read moreMost definitions include references such as; achieving goals, acquiring wealth, prestige, favors, and power. “Successful” people often enjoy what is called “the good life”-being financially and emotionally secure, and being surrounded by admirers as they enjoy the fruits of their labors. Often they are leaders, shakers and makers, and trendsetters. …
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