When we grasp our relationship with God as our Father and rest securely in His care and love, it will change what we do and why we do it. We will not be looking for the approval of men but only of God, and there is where we receive the greatest reward that isn't lost because it is done out of love for our Father in Heaven, and He has seen it, and He will reward us. Matthew 6:1-4:"Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have ... continue reading...
25 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
My hope today is to give you a bit of inspiration as you plan for Mother's Day with some thoughtful gift ideas. These are great gift ideas for the women in your life any time of year from birthdays to holidays to just because you love them. Mother's Day is just around the corner, and I'm sure there are some of you out there like me who haven't planned for it. I know my mom is just like me when it comes to gifts. I love gifts of time over a gift purchased. Don't get me wrong, I love bought ... continue reading...
EP 122: Love Your Enemies (Matthew 5:43-48 – Sermon on the Mount Series)
Our God has created us in His image and this image is stamped on every human being whether they are a child of God or not. But now as those who have come to be known by God through repentance of our sins and faith and trust in Jesus Christ alone for our salvation—we are now called to live in such a way as to mirror and reflect the character of God. We are to be imitators of Jesus who is God incarnate. And we are to reflect his image to a lost and dying world. And one way we do that is by ... continue reading...
Questions to Examine Yourself to See if You are in the Faith (2 Corinthians 13:5)
We know that going in for a yearly physical, especially as we age is a good thing. It can catch early symptoms of a health issue before it becomes a problem. Even more important than a physical check-up is a spiritual check-up. It determines the matter of where we spend eternity. It's one of the most important examinations we will ever take. Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Or do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in ... continue reading...
The Truth of the Resurrection
I've shared here at the blog in the past some resources on celebrating a Christ-focused Easter on EP 22: Celebrating a Christ-Centered Easter and Resources to Help Your Family Celebrate a Christ-Focused Easter. I wanted to share some quotes and thoughts from others that have impacted me as I ponder the truth of the Resurrection. I pray they are an encouragement to you as they have been to me. Some of them may be a blessing to start a conversation about the Gospel around your ... continue reading...