In August of 2009, my mother and father gave me a MacArthur Study Bible as a birthday gift. Mom had written down a scripture passage from Isaiah on the inside cover of the bible about the need to seek God. At the time, I may have glanced at it, but I honestly don’t remember. My …
Spiritual warfare. Do you believe it exits? Are you preparing yourself each day for the battles that you will encounter? Even though we cannot see it visually, the spiritual realm is real. God Himself, His mighty angels, Satan, and his demons reside there. Satan’s primary objective is to destroy those of us who belong to …
When I began this series a few months ago, I intended to focus on the spiritual battle that takes place in my mind. I truly believe that spiritual warfare begins in the mind. It is imperative for you as a devoted Christian to guard your heart and soul against the schemes of the enemy. Seven …
Read more7 Divine Evidences of a Devoted Christian-Conclusion
I vividly remember the first time I ever felt the burning sensation as a child touching something hot on the stove. I instinctively pulled my tender little hand away as I let out a high-pitched scream. My mother immediately ran my hand under some cold water from the sink, and the pain began to subside. …
Read moreRefined & Tested by Fire-Restoring my Faith in Jesus
Pressure. What is your first thought when you read or hear the word? What about these: difficulties, demands, burdens, stress, or tension? Do those words mean anything to you? Feeling pressure is not something we enjoy experiencing. I’m not sure if I’ve ever mentioned this, but decades ago I attended culinary school. In my twenties, …
When Jesus resurrected from the grave, He fulfilled the prophecies and the promises of God. There are numerous symbols of a bare cross around the world, but I wish there were more images of an empty tomb. Jesus Christ lives, and He sits in glory at the right hand of Almighty God, my friend! This …
Read moreJesus Rose from the Grave and He Resurrected my Heart
Over the weekend, I watched multiple sermons on my DVR and online alone. The reason being is due to the pandemic that is currently engulfing the entire world at this moment. Over the past few weeks, especially, it is having a tremendous effect on the American people. I won’t go into the details, because unless …
Read moreYou ARE NOT ALONE: The Invigorating Power of Remembering
Has your heart ever been head over heels in blissful love? Do you remember falling in love with your soulmate? Or maybe you are single like me and hoping that God will bless you again with someone to love? Regardless, I’m not sure of the status of your heart when it comes to experiencing love. …
Read moreJesus Cares Deeply for your Heart..Stop Ignoring Him!
I have loved music as long as I can remember. Growing up in a Christian home, my mother played Christian radio always. As a teenager growing up in Houston, my rebellious heart grew tired of constantly hearing Sandi Patti. (whom I now enjoy listening to) and others. I wanted to explore the fantastic world of …
She would stand out front on her tiny concrete porch gazing with anticipation for her family to enter the gravel driveway. She was so thankful to see us slowly pull in after the long drive. I’d awaken to the gentle whispers of my parents telling me we’d arrived at my grandmother’s house for the holidays. …