Bible – How a Mustard Seed Grows

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Pedestals

Think of someone you admire. It could be for any number if reasons. Despite his great accomplishments, “Elijah was a human being, even as we are” (James 5:17a). The Christians of the New Testament days looked up to Elijah. They placed him on a pedestal just as we often do with people we admire. PriscillaContinue reading “Pedestals”

Persevere Towards the Goal

How do we attain the powerful faith of Elijah? According to Priscilla Shirer in her Bible study, Elijah: Faith and Fire, we purposely persevere through whatever physical and spiritual battles arise in our path with our eyes always on the goal of following God’s will. Our faith will grow along the way. “The process ofContinue reading “Persevere Towards the Goal”

Are We Willing?

When you think of the story of Elijah, do you, like me, think of the spiritual battle of two alters that took place on Mount Carmel? If you don’t know the story, click this link to read it. https://bible.com/bible/111/1ki.18.19-39.NIV Was Elijah blessed with instant faith from birth without going through any trials to learn it?Continue reading “Are We Willing?”

The Ambassadorship

What is my reputation? What do people think when they hear my name? Do I declare with my mouth that God reigns? Does the way I live my life say the same thing as my mouth? I just watched the first video lesson for Priscilla Shirer’s Bible study Elijah: Faith and Fire and wow! AfterContinue reading “The Ambassadorship”

God’s Plan

Several years ago, I found my life had turned upside-down. I was recently divorced; and, as a Christian, I struggled with the entire concept of divorce. I was trying to rediscover myself. It had been so many years since I had my own identity as an individual that I didn’t know who I was anymore.Continue reading “God’s Plan”

Eternity

The human race is obsessed with eternity. We may not always call it eternity or realize that this is our obsession, but dwelling on longevity, the afterlife, and even physical appearances are all things that point to eternity. What can I do to extend my life? What happens after we die? Can IContinue reading “Eternity”

Sowing Mustard Seeds in Crazy, Mismatched Socks

After working with children all morning, I was a little nervous about working with one of the mothers. As I sat on the floor in front of her chair, I knew the only thing she could possibly say that I would understand was “Hola” so I decided to be the first to say it inContinue reading “Sowing Mustard Seeds in Crazy, Mismatched Socks”

Change of Address

Yesterday, while scrolling through Facebook, I read my friend Beverly’s happy birthday message for her mom. The post included several pictures of family members with the woman being celebrated, including one in which Beverly’s mother was with her twin sister, Beverly’s aunt. The caption to this photo described it as the twin sisters together beforeContinue reading “Change of Address”