8 Things to Know If You Have Lost a Loved One From Suicide
When I first began my grief process, it seemed intense. I would be watching a movie that reminded me of him and I would suddenly start ugly crying.
Mark’s Gospel: Hard-hearted
They were physical and emotional and Jesus was spiritual. Beyond all the miracles, Jesus wanted to teach them higher truths and deeper concepts.
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The Place Where MLK Dreamed
Anyone who makes that right turn at the Gullah Grub Restaurant can pull onto the property of the Penn Center and dream the same dreams as Dr. King.
Prophetic Word and Painting for 2020
God is our abundance, and in Him we have everything- including our identity. We find who we are in our constant discovery of Him.Mark’s Gospel: Signs
They people got their wish and ate their fill. Jesus sent them away, healed, delivered, informed, inspired and with their bellies full for the journey home.
One Word
Transition means a process of change. And there my friends, lies the terrifying word I try to stay far away from—change.
How Not to Become a Grumpy Old Man (Like Me)
My tendency to be negative happens because I get too focused on the thing (or person) right in my face, and I miss the bigger picture.Mark’s Gospel: Well-done
Jesus told them to keep this to themselves, but of course, they did not. Their astonishment would not permit silence. Their testimony is classic:
Why Your Baby-Makin’ Advice Doesn’t Bother Me
Because yes, I have tried Plexus. Yes, I have heard about NaPro. And yes, I have thought about (and trying) a Keto diet. Not to mention, I have also heard of that oil.
Making Room for Change
It is a choice to take this on and to get rid of old thought patterns that will no longer serve us. To make room for what will move us forward.Mark’s Gospel: Hearts
He explained the truth to everyone. Wickedness is in us all. It is folly to blame it on some outside force.
Watch The Manifestation of “By My Spirit” in 2020: A Decade of Rest
Lay down your weapons of the past decade and pick up the spiritual weapons of the next decade which are rest, hope, trusting in His sovereignty, and accepting the invitation to “Come up here.”
Empty
Two boats... left there.Mark’s Gospel: Winds
When they helped Him into the boat, the winds calmed down to normal. In a little while, the waves followed suit.
The Destructive Power of Always Being Busy
Eventually, we begin to lose sight of God’s reality and value for our lives. We actually begin to believe we are capable of doing life on our own.Mark’s Gospel: Filled
He looked to heaven. blessed the food and gave it to the twelve for distribution. As they broke the fish and the bread they saw it multiply in their hands not diminish.
Does God Know Me?
Aside from the seemingly harsh nature of this statement, doesn’t it strike you as odd that Jesus will actually tell some people on judgment day that He never knew them?Mark’s Gospel: Sent
And so it is with us. Jesus has called us out. He has sent us into this world to continue His work. In His name, we have power over the enemy.
Own It
But what happens when I run out of coffee, have no plans to go camping, and my always delightful kids are making me crazy? Does my joy diminish?
When I Said “No” To God
I realized I was asking God for His blessings in my life and telling Him, “No, I don’t want that!” at the same time!
Enter Your Rest
Interestingly enough, He says the way to rest is by taking HIS yoke upon ourselves. He offers us Himself. He is the one doing the work.
“What are you trying to prove?”
So why yes, man at Costco, I am trying to prove something to this world. My children are proof that God's ways are good. That He is multigenerational.