Freedom is powerful. It's a gift. A treasure. The most significant, important gifts in life are always worth fighting for. And often, they come with a great price. They're not free. Somewhere along the way, someone paid dearly for the liberties we enjoy so freely today. But sometimes, we forget. It’s easy to take them for granted. We enjoy freedom, but most of us alive today, have always had … [Read more...] about A Veteran’s Day Prayer: For Those Who Protect Our Nation
Archives for November 2016
No Matter What, God Is Still on the Throne
“The LORD has established His throne in the heavens, And His sovereignty rules over all.” Psalm 103:19 He came home from school wearing his "I voted" sticker and slumped into the chair. My 6 yr. old son, lover of all things sports related, had just “voted” for the first time in his elementary school’s mock election - vote for your favorite team sport. Apparently, his choice was not the most … [Read more...] about No Matter What, God Is Still on the Throne
Honoring Billy Graham on His 98th Birthday: 40 Powerful Quotes
Today is Billy Graham's 98th birthday. Through the years, his life has been a powerful example of living boldly for our Lord, with much compassion and love for others. Like many of you, I'm so thankful for the chance to have heard him preach years ago, and am inspired still today by the impact of his life and ministry. Franklin Graham recently told the Charlotte Observer Newspaper about his … [Read more...] about Honoring Billy Graham on His 98th Birthday: 40 Powerful Quotes
The Power of a Grateful Heart: 21 Verses of Thanks to God
We have so much to be grateful for in this life, each and every day. But reality is that sometimes constant life demands, struggles, and worries give more room to defeat than to a heart of thanks. Or we forget, in the midst of busyness and pressures, just to pause and give thanks, for all that God has done, and continues to do in our lives. Sometimes it really is a sacrifice to offer praise and … [Read more...] about The Power of a Grateful Heart: 21 Verses of Thanks to God