For a very long time, salvation was something I believed I didn’t deserve. Shame is a destructive liar. Shame told me to hide. Jesus said, “Come follow me.” Salvation is a gift of love. A gift we’re given the moment we believe, the moment we accept Christ into our hearts and into our lives. We’re... Continue Reading →
We're chosen to be holy and blameless before God. Because we're chosen, we have to choose to live Godly lives. That word makes me think of PE class when I was a kid. The teacher picked two team captains; the rest of us waited to be chosen, hoping we wouldn’t be the last one picked. I usually... Continue Reading →
When we feel unworthy of God’s grace, it’s not because His grace is insufficient. It’s because we’re still holding on to things already forgiven. I’ve struggled with that. With feeling unworthy, because the weight of sin is heavy. As heavy as the cross Jesus carried. But He carried it for a reason. He carried it because... Continue Reading →
Palm Sunday is more than the beginning of Holy Week; it's the beginning of the road to Calvary. Palm Sunday began with adoration, “Blessings on the One who comes in the Name of the LORD! Praise God in highest Heaven!” MATTHEW 21:9. However, it ultimately reveals the world’s inability to truly accept Christ as Savior.... Continue Reading →
Saying yes to God is a faithful, obedient response to His promises and call. James 5:12 assures us that our yes must be so trustworthy that other vows are unnecessary. Lent is a time for reflection; a time to consider all the wonderful things the LORD has done for us. It's also a time to... Continue Reading →
