Unlike the less-forgiving games of the past, a veteran gamer can often breeze through the tutorial on a modern game. Real life, though, is not so forgiving of just skimming over the instructions.
Author: M. Dennis
The Noise in the Silence
Even when our environment is relatively quiet, there can still be a lot going on in our hearts and minds. How can we fill the space inside with good things, and drive out the chaos?
The Sin Bank
Although we may be tempted to keep score in relationships, making sure that we provide others with similar value to what they give us, the Bible has a different mission for us.
Repentance vs. Ritual
Even if we look like we are sorry for what we have done, it doesn't really change anything if we don't work to also change our heart and our actions.
Unreasonable Fear
Once we have accepted Jesus' gift of payment for our shortcomings, and chosen to follow Him, we no longer have to live in fear.
Competition
If you find that other thoughts compete with your time with God, how can they be captured for later, so that you can focus on Him?
Last One Out
While we may miss our departed loved ones, those who follow Jesus will actually get a head-start on being with Him.
How to Pray
So, how do we pray? What do we need to do in order to talk with God?
Dipping Into the Till
Earning enough to take care of our needs and our family is honorable. If we want more than that, though, what are our motives?
“I Do Not Know the Way”
Once we decide where we need to go, if it's in line with God's direction, we can usually find help to get there.
Getting Our Attention
God has the means to get your attention without your consent, but it's much easier to choose to listen to Him.
Mt. Rushmore
Following Jesus is rewarding, but it is not without a cost. Let us continue our investment with dedication and perseverance.
Use the Whole Road
The path to life is narrow, and Jesus is the only way. However, upon accepting Him, we have great freedom and liberty to love and to serve both God and others.
Never Alone
Even when we feel alone, Jesus is always with us.
You Must Choose
We make decisions - large and small - every day. Is our faith strong enough to make the right decisions when it is difficult, but also most important?
Don’t Just Do Something…Sit There!
While the right thing is always the right thing, sometimes we need to listen a little to be sure we're following the right plan.
What Can We Ask For In Prayer?
We are invited to make requests of God. If one of those requests is for His wisdom, I believe that we can better align what we ask for with His will.
Help My Unbelief
If you struggle with feeling that your faith, actions, or spirituality aren't good enough, you're not alone. Rather than relying on our own limited abilities, let's be willing to ask for help.
Trying to See Jesus
When Jesus was on earth, many people wanted to see him. Removed from His time on earth by several centuries, what can we see (or show) of Him, today?
Always? Never?
Sure, we know we should do a better job of not complaining or being selfish, but could we get rid of those habits completely?
Those Who Sin Differently 