The Bee Gees were one of the most successful singing groups of the 1970s with their tight harmony, energetic songs, and trademark falsetto voices. You don’t have to be from that era to recall one of their biggest hits, Staying Alive. The famed trio was comprised of three brothers, and Barry Gibb is the lone survivor. Maurice and…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the gift of grace, which You give freely to us. Thank you that Your grace surrounds us, like being in a large, protective bubble that goes in front of us and behind us every step of every day. We praise You and thank You for this wonderful gift!…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for allowing me to place my trust and hope in You so that when I face adversity, I can have the confidence that You will be by my side through it all. Thank you for the gift of prayer and for the privilege of talking to You about anything…
We have all heard the words, in our American Declaration of Independence, that tell us that everyone in this country is entitled to “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Those of us who went to church and Sunday school as children, were also taught to pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. We…
We have all been discouraged from time to time, especially when things do not work out as we had hoped they would. The word “discouraged” literally means to be deprived of courage, hope, or confidence. It may take the form of feeling disheartened, dispirited, intimidated, disparaged, depressed or daunted. Whatever is causing the situation we…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the gift of prayer and the power it has! Thank you that we have the privilege of being able to pray to You and ask You for help, for forgiveness and give you praise. Thank you for answering our prayers. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Self-confidence is a belief in one’s own abilities and judgment, specifically, the conviction that one can successfully handle challenges and achieve desired outcomes. It’s a positive feeling of trust in oneself and one’s capacity to perform tasks effectively. Confidence is not about arrogance or feeling superior to others, but rather a quiet, inner sense of…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, May we be able to follow your commandments by loving You fully and showing love for our neighbors in various ways. Thank you for loving us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
“Agape” (pronounced ah-gape’) means open mouthed, as in a physical expression of wonder, awe, surprise, or astonishment. “Agape” (pronounced ah-gah-pay) love is a divine kind of love that is selfless, unconditional, and sacrificial. It is not based on feelings, attraction, or even family ties. It is the love that God has for us. It is never…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the gift and power of prayer. Thank you that even though I humble myself before you, You have given me power over the enemy, so I am able to give encouragement, mercy and share Your love to others. Please help me to remember to pray with great expectations…