"Then God said, 'Let there be light-bearers (sun, moon, stars) in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night, and let them be useful for signs (tokens) [of God's provident care] and for marking seasons, days, and years.'" (Genesis 1:14 AMP)I am...
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." (Philippines 4:13 ESV)"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self control." (2 Timothy 1:7 ESV)I am quite comfortable. I like where I am. But evidently God isn't happy with me where I...
"For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of God." (Galatians 1:10 ESV)"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human...
Shyness.Yes, that was my excuse. I've always been shy, and not even maturity has "cured" that "problem". I have to wonder how much my shyness has robbed me...I remember back when I was in high school. I was so shy! If a girl even looked at me, I would feel my neck...
Sisters Tatyana, Anna, and their mother Anna are Ukrainian immigrants who, along with their families, have lived in my neighbourhood for the past 20 years. These families attend a local American church, and the ladies say that their American friends love the Ukrainian...
"Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is dishonorable, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart as holy, useful to the master of the house, ready for every good work." (2 Tim. 2:21 ESV) "But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay and you...
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." (Matthew 5:16 ESV)"For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light." (Ephesians...