Risk Takers

“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”24 The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Sitting here reminding myself of what God has already spoken to me and finding it hard to remain firmly fixed in my faith.  Don’t get me…

You are not a quitter..

  You are not a quitter! Defy the odds and keep it moving! I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Ephesians 3:16 (NLT) Grace and Peace be upon you today, Mary

Just in case you forgot..

Even though others may have cast you aside and abandoned you, the Lord your God never will. He promised to always be with you. Take courage knowing that He is a God of His Word.  Be strong! Be courageous! Do not be afraid of them! For the Lord your God will be with you. He will…

The Power of Encouragement

Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.  Proverbs 12:25 (NLT)   We live in a world that has become filled with mayhem.  Every side we turn there is a school shooting, a kidnapping, a family on the brink of falling apart or even a suicide as we have witnessed days ago….

Choose Love

When dealing with difficult situations today, be reminded of this simple truth; how someone treats you is a reflection of their heart. How you respond is a reflection of yours. Choose to walk in the love of God. So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out…

Time to Make A Choice

How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him 1 Kings 18:21 It’s time to make a choice. There is no gray area when it comes to serving God. You are either in or out. The choice is yours… …

Are You Fully Surrendered….

How often have you allowed a few days, weeks, months to pass before reading the Bible? How often have you pursued your own desires and the pleasures of this world? How often do you bring your thoughts under control of the Holy Spirit? Does your life reflect the will of your Heavenly Father? It’s time…

What If I Am The Real Enemy

The sick man answered Jesus, “Sir, I don’t have anyone to put me into the pool when the water is stirred. While I’m trying to get there, someone else steps into the pool ahead of me.” 8 Jesus told the man, “Get up, pick up your cot, and walk.” 9 The man immediately became well,…

Friday Motivation….

No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it,[a] but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us. Philippians 3:13-14 (NLT)…

Why Can’t We All Just Get Along!!

Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty (snobbish, high-minded, exclusive), but readily adjust yourself to [people, things] and give yourselves to humble tasks. Never overestimate yourself or be wise in your own conceits. Romans 12:16 (AMP)     Relationships are tough to be in at times, but not impossible to master. When I…