Prayer Seed: Hebrews 11:1
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Since faith requires us to visualize things we can’t see, please help us to use our imagination to envision the things You have in store for us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
New Reminders: Joy vs. Happiness
Joy and happiness are often used interchangeably, but there are subtle differences in the way each is experienced. It may seem like splitting hairs, because some of the same things that make us joyful also make us happy. The difference is, in the source of the pleasurable feelings. As far as the Bible is concerned,…
Prayer Seed: 2 Corinthians 13:11
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for our families, friends and the other people you place in our lives. Please help us to treat everyone we meet along life’s journey with kindness, respect and compassion so we can live together in peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
New Reminders: Influence
In the media age, it has become common to encounter a wide variety of so-called influencers online. They range from people who espouse crack-pot conspiracy theories to inspirational bloggers who have honorable motives to try to help us think more clearly about serious social issues. The problem we have, is to choose wisely what we…
Prayer Seed: Luke 24:6
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for dying on the cross and concurring death so we can have the gift of salvation through Your sacrifice. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
New Reminders: Fitness
According to Wikipedia, “Physical fitness is a state of health and well-being and, specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, moderate, vigorous physical exercise, and sufficient rest along with a formal recovery plan.” “Mental fitness is defined as a state of well-being and having…
New Reminders: Comfort
I grew up on a Wisconsin dairy farm. My family worked hard. My four older sisters all seemed to enjoy working in the fields with our dad as well as in the house and garden with Mom. My brother, who was the fifth child, and the only boy, was always right out there with my…
Prayer Seed: Matthew 21:9
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for coming to earth and living a life in human form so we can have salvation. Praise be to You Jesus! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
New Reminders: The Purpose of Religion
Young people who have been forced to go to church and Sunday school and required to “suffer” through a year or more of confirmation classes can be forgiven for thinking that the purpose of religion is to control people, themselves in particular. This is not to dismiss the youngsters who are sincere in their professions…
Prayer Seed: Genesis 1:11
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Please guide me so that I sow seeds of kindness, encouragement, generosity, and love to others and help these seeds to produce good fruit. In Jesus’ name, Amen.