Equal access. One family. No more insiders and outsiders. Only through our Savior Jesus Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit in us. One world-wide community. Ephesians 2:14-18(New Living Translation) For Christ himself has brought peace to us. He united Jews and Gentiles into one people when, in his own body on the cross,… Read More
What kind of soil are you?
In their book Real Relationships: From Bad to Better and Good to Great, Lee and Leslie Parrott make the argument that a solid sense of who you are is the foundation, the critical element needed to form true and lasting relationships: “If you try to find intimacy with another person before achieving a sense of identity… Read More
Ephesians 1:19-23 No power is exempt from His rule
God’s word: FIRST in creation CONTINUAL through the Bible and the Holy Spirit FINAL when He will come and judge the living and the dead Ephesians 1:19-23 (New Living Translation) I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that… Read More
Stagnant or flowing water?
If you are familiar with the geography of Israel, you know that the Sea of Galilee in the north flows south by way of the Jordan River and empties into the Dead Sea. The Dead Sea goes nowhere, it has no outlet—that’s why it is called the Dead Sea. We can be like this, too.… Read More
For all visual and spatial learners–Draw the Bible
Do you know your optimal way of learning and integrating information and thoughts into your mind? My preferred method is visual and spatial. When the AHA moment of understanding and linkage comes, my usual response is, “Yes, I can see that.” I am also putting time and effort into the most important relationship I have–with… Read More
When you pray, say … (5)
His kingdom, his power, his glory. Forever. And He loves us and wants us to be with him forever. Amen to that! The Lord’s prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also… Read More
When you pray, say … (4)
I used to use the word TEMPTATION in context with things I considered bad, such as murder, stealing, pornography, and mayhem. It belongs there, but it can also be as subtle as over-booking myself so I don’t have time for God or my family, wanting to always be the center of attention, and choosing easy… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 