Did Jesus really have negative feelings? Matthew 26:36-38: “Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane,… and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’” Sometimes we think that we
Read MoreGod’s Name of the Day: Ever Present Help in Trouble Psalms 46:1—God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Some things you can do today with God’s name: Do you ever wish someone was there to help you when you are in a predicament? The Lord is always there to help. No
Read MoreSpiritual Warfare—a source of stress? 1 Peter 5:8—Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Spiritual warfare is not a source of stress we often consider, yet it is very real. We have an enemy who “prowls around like a roaring lion
Read MoreGod’s Name of the Day: Dwelling Place Psalms 90:1-2—Lord you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. Some things you can do today with God’s name: In this stressful day and age, we
Read MoreChildren are obviously affected by stress. In two studies at Ohio State, children 7-12 named 908 different stressors! Another study by the University of Delaware revealed that children report higher stress levels than parents. In order to help stressed out kids, parents first need to recognize it in their child. Two important signs of stress
Read MoreSuffering? No thanks. 1 Peter 2:21—To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his steps. Most of us would rather not have to suffer. Think about this verse. What is the Lord showing you today through it? We have a great article on suffering
Read MoreWhy should I forgive someone who has hurt me? Ephesians 4:32 says, “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Meditate on this verse. Ask the Lord to show you what He wants you to learn from it today. How did God forgive you? How much
Read MoreListen in tomorrow evening at 8 pm Pacific time as I’ll be interviewed by talk show host Tony Marino. Go to www.Live.ChristianTimesOnline.com. They will have music, Bible study and some other things going on, as well as my interview. It’s a fun program. I’ll be sharing a little about my life and some stress management
Read MoreSong of Solomon 3:2—I searched for the one my heart loves. The book of Song of Solomon is a picture of our relationship with Jesus, our lover. I’m just starting to study this book in greater depth. I challenge you to study God’s love for you more. Is Jesus the one your heart loves? It’s
Read MoreDo you ever need to rant and rave? Have you ever felt like David did in Psalm 31:9-11? “Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am in distress; my eyes grow weak with sorrow, my soul and my body with grief. My life is consumed by anguish and my years by groaning; my strength
Read MoreGod’s Name: Chief Shepherd 1Peter 5:4—And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. Some things you can do today with God’s name: Read 1 Peter 5:1-4. Peter told the elders to be “Shepherds of God’s flock that is under you.” They were to act as
Read MoreTreat others with love Colossians 3:12-14—Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on
Read MoreForgiveness Colossians 3:13—Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. What does this verse say we are to do? Bearing with, in the Christian context, means enduring and accepting others as Christ accepts us, especially when they fail to meet
Read MoreDon’t forget to get dressed Colossians 3:12—Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Let’s look at this verse one more time. How are we to clothe ourselves? Meditate on each piece we are to put on: Compassion Kindness Humility Gentleness Patience How might each
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