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What is my life’s purpose? Why was I put on this earth to accomplish? This is likely the most asked question by every human being on the planet at some point in their life. But what if the answer to that big question isn’t one big purpose?   In the book of Zechariah, we see

Do you ever doubt that God is who He says He is and that His word is true? I do.   And often.  I also believe this is the number one strategy of the enemy.  He whispers in our ear trying his best to get us to doubt our creator. He even tried this on

Do you need an quick and easy dessert recipe that will make it seem like you’ve got baking skills?  I’ve got the perfect recipe for you. I made this chocolate cheesecake recipe over the Thanksgiving holiday and it was delicious! And if you have little helpers at home, it’s easy enough that they can lend

Do you know of a person seems too far gone that it seems there’s no hope for them? Manasseh, the son of King Hezekiah in the Bible comes to mind.   Hezekiah is remembered a good and honorable king who on his deathbed, pleaded with God to extend his life.  God granted his request and

Recently I was overcome with fear and anxiety about a very difficult situation in my life.  What I had hoped and planned for was suddenly in question. My stomach was in knots and I barely slept.  I woke up the next morning still feeling the heaviness of the uncertainty of what was going to happen.

I think it took a long time for me to understand the power of obedience.  The laws of the land in their intent are always meant to protect us. Without laws, civil unrest would break out and anything would go. While laws are put in place to keep things fair and in order, sometimes they

The woman described in Proverbs 31 sounds like a rock star.  She is smart, industrious, financially savvy, and honored by her husband and children.  She dresses in fine clothes and extends her hands to the poor. She has no fear of the future and she laughs at the days to come. What an amazing woman!

When you pray for something, what is your motivation?  To be honest, many of my prayer requests have to do with me or my family.  I’m sure I try to spiritualize it somehow, but at the core they can be pretty self-serving. It made me wonder what types of prayer get God’s attention?   I

Have you ever been in a position to set someone else up for success?   It’s never glamourous or easy. In fact, it goes against human nature to help someone else knowing that you won’t get credit for it.   King David found himself in a similar position. From the time of Moses, the presence

“Did you see the way she looked at me?” “Did you hear how he said that?”    “I can’t believe she had the nerve to talk to me that way!” Sound familiar?   Have you ever assumed the worst about someone based on your perceived reaction of their words or tone with you? I know