“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be…
In Plenty, In Want
Article by Michael Morgan https://www.intouch.org/read/magazine/faith-works/in-plenty-in-want
Why You So Salty?
There are many voices out there today either telling us who we are or telling us to define ourselves. Consider today this metaphor that Jesus uses to define the person of God. “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty…
Psalm 119 (part 4)
25 I am laid low in the dust; preserve my life according to your word.26 I gave an account of my ways and you answered me; teach me your decrees.27 Cause me to understand the way of your precepts, that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds.28 My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.29 Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to…
Righteousness and Purpose
“Don’t misunderstand why I have come. I did not come to abolish the law of Moses or the writings of the prophets. No, I came to accomplish their purpose. I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not even the smallest detail of God’s law will disappear until its purpose is achieved. So…
Steadfast
When we hear the word “steadfast,” we should think of a state of being certain or firmly established. Imagine this scenario. The navigator wishes to move from point A to point B. The compass reveals a specific direction of travel for the navigator. The fixed path, the securely determined path, is a steadfast course. There…
Strategies To Avoid Unnecessary Drama
There remains pain inherent to life, inescapable and inevitable. Certain challenges find our address whether we wish them or not. We cannot bribe our way out of all trouble. Nevertheless, there exists a phenomenon I shall refer to as unnecessary drama. We recall the words of Joseph Scriven in his hymn: What a Friend we…
Stages of Anxiety
Article by Elrena Evans “Living with anxiety makes me more sensitive—sometimes to the point that I can’t bear to watch the news, but also in ways that make me a more compassionate person.” Click the link below to read the whole article. https://www.intouch.org/read/magazine/faith-works/stages-of-anxiety Header Image Credit
A Complicated Ache
Article by Christie Purifoy “Why do I sometimes long for my days of suffering?” Click the link below to find out what Christie Purifoy calls a complicated ache. https://www.intouch.org/read/magazine/faith-works/a-complicated-ache
Fooled by False Love
Have you ever driven behind a car that signaled right, but turned left? Have you ever been at a game where the referee signaled for a score that did not happen? Have you ever left the umbrella at home, only to be caught in a deluge? Whether intentional or not, these episodes remind us that…
