And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the new wine will burst the skins, the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, new wine must be poured into new wineskins" (Luke 5:37-38). I made some decisions this week about some things that I want to accomplish … Continue reading New Wineskin, New Wine
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 NIV I enjoyed lunch with some co-workers at one of my absolute favorite restaurants. We had taken advantage of the weather and walked to the restaurant. Belly … Continue reading Clear Boundaries Make Cheerful Givers
“I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 16:19 ESV I stopped by my friend's place of business one afternoon to drop off a package. I went into the … Continue reading You Hold the Key
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 Big Bryan’s white fur shone in the mid-morning sun. The air was crisp with a gentle breeze that ruffled my curls. It was a great morning to … Continue reading Jesus is Your Bondage Breaker
Do you fear what people think about you? Do not fall for the enemy's trap. Instead, place your trust in Jesus.
Do you allow circumstances and people determine your mood? Do you let the enemy steal your joy?
Mustard Seeds, Modern Parables 