What are you longing for? Do you know? Have you ever stopped to really think about that? Maybe you are longing for a dream job, a dream family, a dream vacation or a dream house. Too often we long for ideal circumstances, situations or relationships. We easily forget that Christ is ideal. He is our goal. He is our prize. He is our aim. Hope deferred makes the heart sick, … [Read more...]
So, You Want to Serve?
When it comes to serving and ministry, there are so many misconceptions about the needs of people and how to meet those needs. Often, the needs themselves can outweigh the help that is being offered to meet them. I know that when I look at the needs of the world and even my community, it's overwhelming. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of … [Read more...]
Being Loved Well
So, I have this friend. Her name is Christy and we have been friends for about 15 years. Our friendship is not and has never been one where we see each other every day or talk to each other every day. She has lived in many different states over the past several years so our time together has been more about quality than quantity. Although she has been a tremendous influence … [Read more...]
Moved With Compassion: Serving the Needs of Others
Photo Credit: Michaela Faith Photography When it comes to serving, we often don’t know where to begin. We think we need to help everyone or we think that we need to perform some grand service. That couldn’t be further from the truth. I think we need to begin with compassion. Webster’s dictionary defines compassion as sympathy for the suffering of others, often … [Read more...]
Who Am I Not To Forgive?
Photo Credit: Michaela Faith PhotographyIn light of this Easter season, my thoughts are still focused on the subject of forgiveness. This is one of those subjects that we don’t mind talking about but are slow to actually doing it. Let’s be honest, forgiveness is hard! It’s awkward and uncomfortable. At times, it is not even deserved. None of this matters to God.God doesn’t call … [Read more...]