Who Went To The Cross For You?

As we begin Holy Week and we think about all that occurred during that week, I feel a little overwhelmed and a LOT humbled. Knowing ALL that Jesus went through to get to the cross brings tears to my eyes every time. Living in the world we live in and realizing that the evil is getting worse with each new day brings freshness to the pain He endured so that I can live freely. I wonder often when we get to end of our life, who will we look back on as being willing to die for us? We would like to think our family members would, but would they? Hopefully, you are facing this Holy Week KNOWING WHO went to the cross for you. Hopefully, you have found freedom there...freedom to live, freedom to love others no matter who they are or where they came from. Freedom to know without a doubt that there is eternity past all of this! Think about it....do you KNOW without a doubt that Jesus died for you? That He lives for you! And that you can LIVE eternally when you receive Him. Begin this Holy Week with the saving knowledge of Jesus....it will be the best Holy Week you have ever experienced!

Soar Like An Eagle with God's Strength

Those Who Wait On the Lord Shall Renew Their Strength!

It seems life is full of 'waiting'. And many hours of waiting have quickly turned into 'worry'! What a great reminder that if we WAIT on God...He will renew our strength EVERY time. And often. If you are like me, you need your strength renewed quite often. I wonder if God ever gets tired of 'filling' me up again. I know He doesn't because He loves me that much. He gets it. Afterall, He walked this earth. He had a taste of everything that we suffer and much more. We often look to many other areas for strength when its right there before us...in the palm of our Father's Hand!! Allow your strength to be renewed to day by the ONE who loves you more and better than any other. Once your strength is renewed...you can soar with wings like eagles!

Spring Is Coming!

I am SOOOO excited that Spring Is Coming!!  Don't know about you, but it's been a long Winter.  I realize that we don't have it nearly as bad as most with snow/ice, but I feel we have had our share this year.  Can you smell the fresh  grass and flowers?  I am even excited about hearing bees humming.  There is something about fresh and new isn't there?  I love that our live in Christ is 'new' every morning! We begin a new day and waking with Him on our mind brings fresh mercies and strength.  Not sure about you, but it makes my day!  Can you see His beauty in the sunrise?  Can you hear His voice as you start the day?  He brings all the colors and newness of Spring...it's yours for the taking! 

The Lord Is Good - A Stronghold....

"The Lord is good, a stronghold in the days of trouble, and He knows those who trust in Him"! Praise God for this reminder! I love the word 'stronghold'. It just makes me feel better. I quickly picture SOMEONE that I can grab onto with everything in me. He's strong and I'm holding! For many years when I suffered with panic disorder, it was extremely difficult for me to drive anywhere. For whatever reason, most of my panic attacks happened while riding down the road. I remember so vividly placing my hand in the passenger's seat and crying out to God "Take HOLD of my hand God, or I won't make it!" Many times I have shared this with others who truly got it....and I always told them, "He took my hand and held it tightly." Some questioned, I'm sure what in the world I meant by this. I meant exactly what I said, "He TOOK my hand and HELD it tightly." And by His grace and His touch, I made it down the road. He IS my stronghold in days of trouble and on the peaceful days as well. What are you holding on to for strength? Who is your stronghold? Grab on to God today, you'll be glad you did!

Have You Seen the Light?

There is so much darkness in our world today. We only need turn the TV on for 5 minutes and the room is filled with sad news stories, violence, murder, lust, envy, and the list goes on. And the darnkess looms all around us. Satan is having a field day and loving every minute of it! Are you remaining hidden behind the darkness, crouching to hopefully miss Satan's darts? Or are you boldly proclaiming the HOPE that speaks boldly in the Name of Jesus to this dark world we inhabit? Take the shades off people! If there is ever a time that we should shine the light of Christ...it is NOW! Have you seen the light? If so, you CAN'T possibly hide it! Someone is waiting for just a small glimmer of light and holding out for your help in sharing with them where to find it!! Don't miss an opportunity to let your light shine!

T.H.I.N.K.!!

I heard a preacher teaching this morning on the way in to work about how we can think more heavenward. He mentioned how quickly we slander others in the world today and even as believers, we are quick to say something negative about someone. It really convicted me that we do lean more towards the bad things rather than shouting out the good. He suggested we use the acronym 'THINK' before saying something about someone. Is what we are about to say "Truthful', is it 'Helpful', is it 'Inspiring', is it 'Necessary', and finally, is it 'KIND'? Wow, I wondered after all of that if I would ever say anything about anyone anymore? It is certainly a challenge, but a good one. Let's all THINK before we speak about someone today...let it be uplifting and kind. Maybe we can all make this world a better place!