(Proverbs 16:7)- When a man’s ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. What is your attitude when someone wrongs you? I know my first thought is sometimes revenge but this is not what God instructs us to do. God calls us to show love for our enemies and those that hurt us. Jesus Christ showed love for enemies while hanging on the cross. Let us Christians show the same love and compassion for the world by treating our enemies gently and with truth and love. Years ago, I started a new job.…

Doug and I met at church 4 years ago. We were teaching Vacation Bible School together at our church in Hawaii. I was preparing to leave the state after a very painful divorce which was a result of years of abuse. When I told Doug I was leaving, he looked very sad and I thought that was a little strange. I pushed it aside and did not think much of it and I left Hawaii. About a year later, I received a letter from Doug telling me that I am a good catch and that he was thinking of me.…

Being the parent of a terminally ill child is no easy task. Here are some words of encouragement from the bible for you to meditate on…

God forgives us daily. You can forgive too. Forgiveness simply means that your heart should be free from hate, bitterness, and anger.

Back on 11/9/12, I left the company I was working at because they were behind payroll.The longer I stayed, the more behind they were going to be. During the months of November, December and January, I had no salary coming in. I had many interviews but none that were solid leads. Because I didn’t have a salary and much of my savings were gone, I paid for everything on credit cards. As a result, I racked up more credit card debt than the average American. Prior to this, I had zero. This was one of the first times where I…

(Ecclesiastes 4:10)- If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. A true friend is the one who is loving, who helps you find strength in God, who is loyal, concerned, helping, who is not after your wealth, Who will not corrupt your good morals, who will not seek to destroy you. Proverbs 12:26 We need to pray for having Godly friends because they bring spiritual accountability to our lives. They are a good example for non believers. A true friend will be there…

Lord, I pray for the courage and strength to let go of relationships that are holding me back. I will not be afraid to let go of OLD toxic relationships. Because I know that holding on to toxic relationships could be what’s standing in the way of my next blessing! When others do me wrong, give me the courage to turn the other cheek. Give me the courage to give them a piece of my heart when I really want to give them a piece of my mind. Let my heart not be hardened by heartbreak. Teach me how to love again and understand…

Studies show that many people fall off the “new year, new diet” bandwagon within just a few weeks after January 1. Every year people say “this is the year!” But few can actually stay committed long-term. What’s more frustrating than sticking to a diet, especially when you’re dining out? But…there’s a great new solution! The newest restaurant app, YoBelly, is changing dieters’ dining experiences by reformulating the way they choose where to eat. After downloading the YoBelly app to any Android or iPhone, users will be asked a series of detailed questions pertaining to their food habits and taste. Once…

Gospel singer, Christine Vest has apparently had enough of folks taking shots at her for having a baby out of wedlock with Houston Rockets star Dwight Howard. The gospel singer recently aired her haters out via a note on her Instagram page. The following is Vest’s letter in its entirety: I’m sorry, but I just have to address all the …people… that consider “having a child out of wedlock” a “sin.” Having fornication is the sin, people. FORNICATION. (Is it a sin to adopt a child while still single? No!) Therefore, anybody else who has FORNICATED needs to shut ur…

Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit – Proverbs 18:21 There you have it – the bible speaks clearly about the effect of words spoken out of our mouth into the atmosphere.  Or you may also know the saying “you are what you eat” which in essence kind of means the same thing.  If you eat junk food all day every day then your body will most likely be very unhealthy.  So I also believe, which is also stated in the bible, if you speak negative words about…

In America, 67 million adults are quietly living with high blood pressure—that’s one in every three adults. Approximately 30 percent of American adults have pre-hypertension—a condition that puts them at great risk of developing high blood pressure. It’s a practically invisible disease with a few subtle symptoms. And even after you’ve been diagnosed, it can seem pretty harmless and easy to ignore. But, if not properly cared for, its progressive effects can put you at risk for heart disease, stroke even kidney disease. What causes high blood pressure? Research shows that high salt and sodium intake plus low potassium intake—due…

My situation is very difficult. Ok please don’t judge me and no negative comments. I’ve been with my husband for 10 yrs almost. Problem is, when we got together it was when I was very young and did not know The Lord. Basically we had sex out of wedlock and out of that came a beautiful son now going to be 9yrs old. Well we married last year in court and I feel I did it rushed and feeling obligated. Truth is I care for my husband, but I doubt that I love him! I’ve told him this but every…

Have you ever had that one negative friend who never has anything positive to say? If you have, you will know that sometimes that negative energy can effect you as well. Life is not as easy as we think it to be. And sometimes things like negative thoughts make it more complicated. Specially when people around you are negative. So here are some ways to deal with them instead of avoiding them. 1. Dig deeper, but stay out of the hole. It’s always easier to offer someone compassion if you try to understand where they’re coming from. But that can’t…

Sometimes we get caught up with all the negative aspects of a church, that we forget the whole purpose of going to church, Christ! So how do you know when you’ve found yourself a good church home? After visiting a church at least three times, ask yourself these questions: Is this church a place where I can connect with God and worship him freely? Consider what style of worship will allow you to most freely express adoration to God. Some churches have contemporary music, some have traditional. Some sing hymns, others sing choruses. Some have full bands, others have orchestras…

Hello all! I have a serious situation. My husband was in a bad car accident which left him sterile. We discussed this before we married. I was okay with the idea of maybe we can just adopt. Fast forward 6 years later and we are in the middle of the adoption process. Only to find out that felons are not allowed to adopt. My husband made some bad choices when he was younger as a lot of us did. He’s not that same person anymore. He’s a youth pastor, a hard worker, and a loving husband. It hurts him that…

(Matthew 7:7) Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Ask. Believe. Receive. Can it really be that easy? I am here today to tell you, YES! I am a firm believer that our God wants us to have everything in this life that is good and we are here as His ambassadors! (2 Corinthians 5:20) What are you needing today? Do you need financial breakthrough or a repaired relationship? God is not just in the business of fixing our small problems, we can move mountains…

My husband and I have been married for 10 years. We don’t have any children because he is terrified. Beyond his fear, he says that we don’t have the finances to raise a child, we don’t have the time, he doesn’t think he would be a good father, his career in law enforcement has ruined him, he doesn’t like change (AT ALL!), etc… I see every statement as an excuse and selfish. We’ve had countless discussions and they don’t get us anywhere. He professes to have an extremely deep, personal relationship with the Lord, but how can he when he…

In August 2007, Monika Payne’s husband killed their two children before committing suicide. Just four years after that tragedy, Payne’s mother died from what Monika believes was grief over her grand children’s deaths. She tells her story about overcoming tragedy and using her “Payne” to help others. In August 2007, I endured a very painful event, which brought me to the lowest point of my life. My husband of 2 years murdered my 7 year old son and my 2 year old daughter and then committed suicide. I found my entire world, dreams, hopes and plans shattered. I was forced…

Talk about seeing doubles…Can you imagine being a toddler, and having to process while your daddy is holding you, that he’s also standing in front of you? This video of an adorable little girl meeting her uncle for the first time may be the funniest video you’ll see today. In the footage, the toddler is being carried by her father to meet the rest of the family when things get a little weird for her. Her uncle walks in the room to greet her and suddenly she looks as though she’s in the twilight zone after realizing her uncle looks…

Driving to school for my big final, and I am overwhelmed with fear. I have studied and studied, done all my homework and paid attention in class, yet I am worried what grade I will make. I am trying to decided what career I will do after college. Where will I live? How much money will I make? Is that enough money? Will I love my job? Will I even like my job? Does any of this sound familiar to you? These type of thoughts are actually normal in this world to many people because in the flesh we are…