Monthly Archives: November 2014

Prisons of Our Own Making

For the past few weeks God has laid on my heart that most “prisons” we find ourselves in are prisons of our own making and that when we’re in those prisons, it’s impossible to serve or worship Him. Psalm 142:7 … Continue reading

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Mercy and Grace

It has been said: “Mercy is not getting what you deserve” and “Grace is getting what you do not deserve.” May we be merciful to others and give out grace freely. When we do not give to others the grace … Continue reading

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He Completes Me

Jesus is my all—my everything. He completes me. You know how people say their spouses complete them? Well, that is nothing compared to being filled-to-overflowing with the Holy Spirit. And He doesn’t think I’m too needy. He gives me as … Continue reading

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Honorable Mention

Five years ago I entered a lip sync contest at a private Christmas party. I wore a white choir robe and lip-synched Celine Dion’s “O Holy Night,” competing against a Village People act and a hillbilly act. As I performed, … Continue reading

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Betrayal

Each one of us has been betrayed in one way or another, whether by spouses, co-workers, friends or family members. Betrayal can destroy a part of who we are—if we allow it to do so. Christ suffered the ultimate betrayal, … Continue reading

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Little Foxes

“Catch us the foxes, the little foxes that spoil the vines, for our vines have tender grapes.”Song of Solomon 2:15 NKJV What are the little foxes that are spoiling your relationship with the Lord and taking your focus from Him? … Continue reading

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Edward Fairfax Rochester

Edward Fairfax Rochester: Hero or Villain? Protagonist or Antagonist? That name has probably caused the ears of “Jane Eyre” fans to twitch madly like a rabbit searching for Alice in Wonderland. Yes, I admit, my ears are also twitching madly … Continue reading

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