36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed (distressed) and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. (Matthew 9:36 NIV) When we feel distress God is there for us to turn to. As the Good Shepard, He is there to guide the flock and to be their provider. When … Read more
14 Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. (Colossians 3:14 NIV) When we “put on love” we are clothing ourselves in something that can only bring about good things. We are accepting a mindset that breeds unity and helps us bring people together rather than driving them apart. We … Read more
33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. … Read more
The world is an exceedingly busy place. Each year it seems to get even busier. We continue to pile on a unending mountain of electronic minutia into our lives. It is no longer good enough to respond to the electronic buzz of business and society a portion of our day, but it must now be … Read more
68 Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. (John 6:68 NIV) When people first come to faith they may think, “now everything will be easy.” It will all be alright but it may not be easy. When Simon Peter answered the Lord many had fallen … Read more