“There are no hopeless situations; there are only people who have grown hopeless about them.” — Clare Boothe Luce On the 29th chapter of the book of the prophet Jeremiah, a famous verse stands out as one of the most quoted passages in the Old Testament: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This verse is often highlighted during religious schools' commencement ceremonies. It serves as a Continue Reading
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Digging Deep – A New Study Bible Review
A thorough knowledge of the Bible is worth more than a college education.” Theodore Roosevelt “Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face.” Ronald Reagan Studying, not just reading Scriptures, has changed the course of my life forever. Anyone who knows me intimately understands that I approach reading the Bible a little differently. For example, in the 26 years since becoming a Christian, I have never followed a "read the bible in one year" reading plan. I Continue Reading
Let the Church Be Cautious But Not Fearful {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
The email caught my husband by surprise. He has worked with the gentleman for three years but did not know that the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York had changed his life forever. In a short message, his colleague asked my husband to pray for his family. Like many New York residents, 9/11 brings him painful memories. His wife, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and several friends died that dreadful morning. Nineteen years later, his heart still grieves. To many Americans, the sting and Continue Reading
Don’t Rush God’s Best
"For from days of old they have not heard or perceived by ear,Nor has the eye seen a God besides You,Who acts in behalf of the one who waits for Him." Isaiah 64:4 The clock showed 5:30 am. I could certainly stay in bed for another hour, but I knew better. I had been trying to fall asleep again for the past hour to no avail. So I dragged my tired self out of bed, thanking God for coffee. “Fortunately”, I thought, “I don’t have to wait for an entire pot of java to brew”. About two years Continue Reading
Give Yourself Some Grace {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
Studying the prophetic books in the Old Testament has become one of the most enlightening experiences concerning God’s character and his irrevocable promises to Israel. As one studies God’s chosen people’s history, the blatant back and forth between obedience and disobedience, idolatry, and faithful commitment is eye-opening. Before and after the kingdom’s division, Israel oscillated between faithfulness and idolatry, righteousness and rebellion, depending on which king was on the throne and Continue Reading
God Has Something Better for You {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution – LINKUP}
“God has something better than what you left behind.” — Anonymous I've seen the meme circulating on social media through the years. It is a drawing of a little girl holding on to a teddy bear, while Jesus bends down with a stretched arm, prompting her to hand over the stuffed animal. "Just trust Me," the caption says. The words above the teary-eyed little girl show the reluctancy of her heart: ”But I love it, God.” From the spectator's viewpoint, the graphic shows what the little girl cannot Continue Reading
