Restrictions are getting tighter now with hopes of containing the rapid spread of this aggressive virus. As pressures mount, many may struggle emotionally and spiritually. In these trying times, some may find their faith waning. But others may find their faith soaring! What could cause your faith to be infected? I can think of at least four factors that could infect your faith. 1) The Unknown - not sure what is going to happen next; 2) Lack of Control - and the helplessness a

When times are tough, people can be heard asking, “Where is God?!” To be clear, He is very present and very active in all circumstances, even the tough ones… in fact, especially the tough ones! Here is a truth to remember: Trust that God is using all circumstances to accomplish His will. 28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 God has a plan and He is working His plan and His

We are continuing our devotionals this week with the focus remaining on Jesus’ encouraging words to His disciples. They had no idea what was coming, even though Jesus was trying to prepare them for the fear and trouble they would face in the hours following His crucifixion as well as the challenges they would face launching the early church. His words continue to comfort and encourage us today! 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the worl

In these frightening and troubling times, we are continue to learn more about experiencing the peace Christ gives us as to opposed to the peace the world gives. There is a difference! 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 So how can we experience Jesus’ peace? Stop fixating on circumstances. Do you know what happens when our circumstances aren’t “good”… w

As our normal routines continue to get disrupted, sometimes with pretty dramatic changes, most people are feeling at least a little unsettled and anxious these days; some may be feeling ALOT of that! To encourage us through these uncertain times, we are spending time this week reflecting on peace - specifically, the peace Jesus’ offers us compared to the peace the world offers us. Jesus shared these words with his disciples in the days leading up to His crucifixion: 27 Peace

To say these are uncertain times sounds like understatement. Most of us haven't experienced anything like what we is happening around us in our lifetimes. No doubt many are feeling unsettled, frightened and troubled. When we go through difficult and trying seasons in life, it is common, and fair, to ask faith questions like “why is this happening”, “what is God doing”, “does God have a plan and a purpose with this?” No doubt, God has a plan and a purpose! God can, and wil

What is the biggest stress creator in your life? You may say money, or work, or school... but the bottom line is that when your most critical relationships are in chaos, life is just not much fun. When you are experiencing disharmony, disunity, division in your marriage or your family, life can get really discouraging really fast. We need peace in our relationships in life! Peace is finding and maintaining unity in my relationships. The Apostle Paul says, 15 Let the pea

Have you noticed that life is full of chaos and conflict? Could you use some peace in your life?! We all need peace! Peace is about finding and maintaining harmony in our relationships. When we aren’t at peace, life stinks; but when we are, life soars! The Apostle Paul implores Believers to: 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, Colossians 3:15. What does it look like to find peace in our relationships, starting with the one that matters most, our relationshi