Satan’s Illusions vs. God’s Reality

Sometimes when we look at things, we don't see what is really there. On first glance at an optical illusion, we only see a portion of the image because they are created with the intention of tricking the eye.  The image we perceive differs from reality.  After looking more closely we are able to see … Continue reading Satan’s Illusions vs. God’s Reality →

I Can’t Stands No More (revisited)

Sometimes life is frustrating as we struggle through one battle after another. Sometimes even two or three at a time. Wouldn't it be nice to have one of Popeye's supernatural cans of spinach so we could have huge amounts of energy and strength to take on all the problems in our life? When the devil just … Continue reading I Can’t Stands No More (revisited) →

Bucket Full of Joy

What makes you happy? Many of us think if we just made more money or could win the lottery, we would be happy. For some, our happiness is based on relationships such as marriage or friendships. For others, happiness revolves around sports. And of course, if we can’t find happiness in other things, we tend … Continue reading Bucket Full of Joy →

He Paid a Debt He Did Not Owe

Have you ever been punished for something you didn't actually do? Maybe you were rejected and punished even though you tried to do the right things. Maybe you willingly took the blame to prevent someone you cared about from suffering the consequences of their actions or choices.  We often stand up for ourselves refusing to take the blame, … Continue reading He Paid a Debt He Did Not Owe →

Trust Me

Trust me.  Two little words which hold the power to bring strength or destruction.  How many times have you heard this only to find that heartache and disappointment follows?  I remember playing a game as a child where someone stood behind another person saying those two little words, “Trust me.”  The other person falls into … Continue reading Trust Me →