A Christian congregation is usually considered a community of believers. They are usually a part of a larger denomination that follow the creeds, precepts and beliefs common to the organizational principles (disciplines) of the larger organization to which they belong. What makes them a community, is not just what they subscribe to as a church,…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Because “Selah” means to pause and praise, I need to remember to take time periodically throughout each day to take a minute and pause to give You praise. Please help me to stop and thank You for the little things You do for me and give to me each day. Abba,…
Beauty can be described as a positive characteristic of a person, animal, place, or thing that can be seen or felt as pleasurable, meaningful or satisfying. It usually refers to something observable but can also be perceived emotionally as a beautiful idea or awesome phenomenon. Something beautiful is almost always experienced as a positive…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you that I can turn to you at any time, during any situation and ask for help. Please help me to have enough faith to know that when I do ask for help, You will take care of me and guide me through the storm. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
When we think of achievements, we usually think of something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, great courage, with great or heroic deeds. But there are simple accomplishments that we achieve every day that we don’t always give ourselves, or others, full credit for. We care for our pets, our children, our homes, our…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Please help us to notice the little things that You do for us. Guide us to do small things for others, such as smiling or opening a door, to spread Your love so it can grow rapidly, and spread throughout our community. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Inner harmony is a feeling of peace of mind derived from self-acceptance, acceptance of the people and circumstances around us, and acceptance of the past. Generally, inner harmony is a form of happiness that exists when we achieve a sense of peace that goes beyond satisfaction, contentment, comfort and security to utter exhilaration. When our…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, Thank you for the extended family You have given me through my church and others who accepted you as their Lord and Savior, and follow Your will. Thank you for the sharing, fellowship, and companionship I can have with my fellow brothers and sisters in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Ethics are the set of moral principles that guide a person’s behavior. These morals are shaped by social norms, cultural practices, and religious influences. Ethics reflect beliefs about what is right and what is wrong, what is just and what is unjust, what is good and what is bad in terms of human behavior. Wikipedia Dec.…
Prayer Seed: Dear Abba, I know that writing and speaking can be powerful tools that can be used for good or bad. Please help me to be cautious and think about what I am saying or writing so that my words are kind, considerate and thoughtful when talking and writing to others. Thank you for…