“You have taught children and infants to tell of your strength, silencing your enemies and all who oppose you.” Psalms 8:2 NLT I was watching a sermon online a few months ago and I was changed forever, and I don’t say that lightly. I struggle with fear, even more so after having my two daughters. It catches me off guard usually, causing me to feel anxious and like something awful is going to happen. The man preaching in this video said (paraphrasing) that when fear enters your mind, and frightening thoughts keep you awake at night, that you should speak…
“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2 NLT I’ve said it before and I’ll probably say it again “I’ve got my mind made up!” Sometimes in a positive “I’m serving God no matter what” type of way, and other times in a “I’m stubborn and you won’t ever change my mind” kind of way. Most people believe that what they believe is right, and…
“The simple believes every word, but the prudent considers well his steps” (Proverbs 14:15, NKJV). Have you ever been confused about what’s true and what isn’t? I have. I read articles on the internet that make me wonder. Some sound plausible but others seem questionable at best, even ridiculous. Misinformation, or fake news, is more readily available and spreads faster because of our modern technology. It doesn’t matter the subject—politics, health, financial investments, God’s Word—false information comes wrapped in smooth words and impressive presentations. How can we determine what to believe? Proverbs 14:15 warns us to be cautious about what…