One of the biggest things I learned through my divorce was how we walk in a world with people who lack empathy on a pathological level. They lie without remorse. Psychology labels them with a variety of labels (I am not a psychologist). Today, I just want to pass along a resource for those who … Continue reading “A resource on narcissists by Dr. Les Carter”
Category: Encouragement
Real, good friends suffer with you.
“Let Me Show You the Way” is an old but favorite song from Michael W. Smith. He really captures the heart of true friendship. This song by MWS speaks to what I believe is a human longing. It is a longing for a good friend who loves at a deep, heart-level. These are the friends … Continue reading “Real, good friends suffer with you.”
Happy Labor Day!
A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. -Proverbs 17:17, NKJV Labor Day has a special, personal place in my heart. When my world was coming crashing down, I went on a trip to visit my best friend over Labor Day weekend. He lived, at the time, in New York … Continue reading “Happy Labor Day!”
Psalm 18: He hears our cries!
I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid. The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me. In my distress I called upon the … Continue reading “Psalm 18: He hears our cries!”
More than sparrows
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care… So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. -Matthew 10:29,31, NIV This morning my family was greeted by this sight on our front porch. A flock of sparrows had discovered … Continue reading “More than sparrows”
God’s “ravens”
Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah: “…You will drink from the brook, and I have directed the ravens to supply you with food there.” …The ravens brought him bread and meat in the morning and bread and meat in the evening, and he drank from the brook. -I Kings 17:2, 4, 6, NIV God sends His “ravens!” It … Continue reading “God’s “ravens””
Having hobbies is important!
I’ve been doing some sort of weight training since I was thirteen years old. It is something I enjoy as a hobby. I find it exciting to see how far I can push my body, and watch as I make gains from hard work in the weight room. These days I have been working with … Continue reading “Having hobbies is important!”
Preaching on peace this morning
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. -Isaiah 26:3, KJV This morning I get to share a message entitled, “The Power of Peace,” with my local church where I attend. Much of this blog is about abiding in God’s peace during life’s storms. … Continue reading “Preaching on peace this morning”
Powerful Song
“Holy” by Jesus Culture is a favorite worship song of mine. I feel ushered into the Inner Throne Room of God as I listen to this song. It calms my heart as the music turns the eyes of my heart to our Holy God. May it bless you as it continues to bless me!
Peace comes with trusting God
You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You. -Isaiah 26:3, NKJV Today, I am working on my Sunday’s message on “The Power of Peace.” I believe living in and releasing God’s peace is the most radical way we defeat the Enemy. Yet I know it is easier said than done. It takes … Continue reading “Peace comes with trusting God”