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…
A simple definition of the word virtue is: “doing what is right and avoid doing what is wrong.” A virtuous person is one who has a strong moral compass and sets and lives by very high ethical and moral standards. Such a person might be described as good, kind, honest, decent, honorable, just and principled. …
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the strength and courage that You provide. Thank you for going with me, each step along life’s path. Thank you for never leaving my side, even though sometimes I let go of Your hand. Thank you for always being there! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Scams are so pervasive that Americans will lose over $10 billion this year in fraudulent schemes. Major newspapers have printed many articles about protecting yourself from common scams. Typical safeguards include watching out for fake charities, double-checking websites since deceptive links can be just a few characters different than the real one, don’t answer unsolicited emails or…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the gift of grace which allows me to rest in Your love, Your power, Your goodness and Your grace. I want all of these things to flow through me naturally so that I can produce the fruits that You want: peace, joy, love, and patience, so that these…