We have seen, participated or been victim to prejudice and stereotyping. We all have opinions and preconceived ideas and thoughts about certain people, races and religions. It is human nature. But as Christians, true Christ followers, we need to reject those lenses and focus on the lens that Jesus uses when he looks at us.
I think one reason may be because if we forgive if we release ourselves and others, we open ourselves up to more potential harm. In some way, we feel protected by the clutter.
For someone who lives on milk is still an infant and doesn’t know how to do what is right. Hebrews 5:13 Recently, a tree fell on my daughter’s apartment building. So she and my 11 month old granddaughter moved in my tiny abode. Honestly, I am loving it. I come home and she runs to … Continue reading Are You Still on the Bottle?
This season as you shop for your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or neighbor kids, remember that the most important gift that you can impart to these children and those in your life is Jesus.
When our time is done here on earth, how will we be remembered? Will our life be recognized as one that exhibited the fruits of the Spirit?
Often we think that our difficulties and suffering are unique. However, hardship, misery, and despair are universal.
Commonly, many people feel that God's laws are restrictive. Old fashioned and do not pertain to today's world. I submit that God's laws are not restrictive but instead intended for our good.
Please check out this interview I had with Christian fiction writer, Jason Parrish. Make sure to check out his books. https://www.jasonparrishbooks.com/post/real-life-characters-melissa-levi-and-the-mustard-seed
For us to become more like Christ, we must be open and willing to undergo the "edits."
Getting close to God does not come from building towering chapels and monuments; it comes from focusing on people.
Mustard Seeds, Modern Parables 