Recently, at our Connection Group, we had enjoyed a time of Bible study and were moving into our prayer time. As we went around the room sharing, I was amazed at how many times individuals would start their requests by saying, “First of all, I want to thank all of you…” or “First, let me praise God for…” It was …
I have a wonderful friend named Barb. She is the epitome of a grace-filled woman. There was a time when I was letting my emotions get the best of me in a situation. Calmly and lovingly, she sat me down and began a conversation, “Now listen…” At that moment, I understood what Paul was saying to the church at Ephesus …
As we prepare to sit around the Thanksgiving table, look around you in your family, your church, or community to who has a need that YOU have the ability to bless. Is it inviting someone who is lonely to eat dinner with you? Perhaps dropping off an extra bag of groceries at your local food pantry or homeless shelter? Maybe it’s making a donation to help with an influx of refugees?
I wanted beef. I was sick and tired of eating chicken. My thoughts became complaints and grumbles to God. In an ironic turn of events, I became the recipient of a half of a cow. (If you are from the Midwest, you understand this…if you aren’t, we can order portions of beef from a local locker.) Someone I knew was …
I was a bit of a troublemaker in middle school. I struggled with learning, so I took on the role of the class clown. I used to really act up in my science class. Mr. Cline was often the recipient of my shenanigans, outbursts, and disrespect in some cases. I hadn’t seen him in 25 years, but when I walked …
