by admin | Oct 6, 2024 | Trust, Worry
We live in Western North Carolina which experienced a significant amount of devastation from Hurricane Helene. Although our home and immediate area is fine, the devastation around us is traumatizing. I lived for 23 years in South Florida, and during that time, we went...
by admin | May 16, 2022 | Christian Perfection, Discipleship, Doubt, Fear, Love, Trust, Worry
In their song, Oh My Soul, Casting Crowns sings, “There is a place where fear must face the God you know.” There are two parts to this line which aptly apply to the fear we see around us in 2022 … or the fear we have within us. There is still a large number of...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Let me close this article with the Biblical definition and understanding of the word Jesus uses for “worry” or “anxiety.” Note that every version of the Bible will translate this word differently. The general understanding or consensus is that our best modern...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
To some, this world holds a peculiar attraction. The allure of money, possessions, fame and power captivate them to the point of becoming preoccupied with achieving their goals, appearing to be successful, and accumulation of things. On the other end of the spectrum...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Scripture reading: Matthew 6:25-34 When reading through Scripture or preaching sermons, our minds tend to focus on certain verses in a passage of Scripture. The result can sometimes lead to emphasizing a verse, phrase or word that is not the true focal point. Perhaps...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Scripture reading: Matthew 6:28-33 We have two lilies in the flower bed in front of our home. Living in Florida, it is a challenge to keep any kind of flowers growing well. We can have long periods without rain and blazing hot sunshine during the long summer days. The...