For many years the phrase, “God helps those who help themselves” was thought to be in the Bible, but it’s not. It’s actually attributed to Benjamin Franklin. The truth of the matter from the Bible is that God helps those who cannot help themselves. The precept and example in the Bible is of God doing […]

People get excited about the turn of the calendar as they look at the new year as an opportunity for a fresh start. In respect to starting a diet, exercise program, or renewing a committing afresh in any area of life this can be invigorating. If, however, the freshness of the new year does not […]

One of all time bluegrass favorites for Christmas is “Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem” written by R. Fisher Boyce. The reference is to the star that guided the wise men from the east to Jerusalem and then from Jerusalem to Bethlehem to find and worship the Lord Jesus Christ. Matthew 2:1–12 (ESV) — 1 Now after […]

When we think about the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ we are reminded of the “wise men,” as they are called in English translations, who came from the east. These long-distance seekers who were no doubt influenced by the teaching of the prophet Daniel in Babylon also followed the star. It’s most interesting to […]

What an embarrassing moment! I was recognizing some people and I forgot one person’s name and as much as I tried to sort through possibilities, I could not remember the name, so I had to admit defeat and ask for the name. Have you ever had a “brain fog” moment of forgetfulness? We all have, […]

The title of this article is seen a number of times in the scriptures and each time we see another reason to be thankful that God is faithful. 1 Corinthians 1:9 (ESV) — 9 God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. That statement is […]

Entering into the advent season brings an expectation of hope as our hearts are renewed by the thoughts of the incarnation, God manifest in the flesh, as Jesus Christ came to this world to take away our sins. 1 Timothy 3:16 (ESV) — 16 Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was […]

Gratitude is an amazing gift from God. It takes us from the doldrums to happiness, gives us more optimism and positive emotions, it enhances our relationships, sets us on the road to better health, even healing, and disruption of aches and pains. Gratitude will give you more alertness and determination, even giving you better sleep […]

Prayer is a blessing as is, of course, receiving. We must recognize the fact that God does not need our prayers, but we need to pray. He doesn’t need information, but we need a place to cast our burdens. He doesn’t depend on our calling upon Him, but our hearts desperately depend on the benefits […]

People today are stressed out! It’s a common topic of conversation and a common ailment for which doctors are prescribing meds to calm people who are stressed out. Maybe you are stressed out as you look at all the things calling for your attention and participation. Face the fact that much of our stress has […]