Standing Strong

It's so easy to get caught up in the mundane things of life, that oftentimes we don't pay attention to what is going on inside us and around us. We go to school or work every morning, just going through the motions of everyday life. We may not pay attention to what God is doing. We may not pay attention to the fact that Satan could be trying to attack us mentally, spiritually, or physically. 1 Peter 5:8 says, "Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." When I was a child, this verse frightened me. However, this verse was not written to instill fear into others, but rather, to help people to be on the alert and ready for when Satan tries to attack. Satan likes to use many different avenues to open you up to him. He likes getting into your mind and twisting your thoughts. He lies to you. He wants to distract you and keep you from fulfilling God's plan for your life. John 10:10 says, "Th...

This week I am featuring a poem that my mom wrote. It's not only a summary of her spiritual journey, I also believe it is a great prophetic word for the new year. Hope you will be blessed by it! One Body The Baptist church introduced me to a relationship with Jesus Christ, The Presbyterian church taught me to be quiet in His presence. The Lutheran church showed me the value of good deeds, The Brethren church introduced me to world missions. The Catholic church gave me a love for family, The Vineyard church ministered healing to my broken heart. The Assemblies of God church taught me to honor the Holy Spirit, The Word of Faith church admonished me to use my tongue wisely. The Pentecostal church gave me the freedom to dance, The Apostolic church unveiled to me the foundations of The Church. The pieces of my spiritual puzzle are still coming together, But this has been my journey thus far. So which one of these churches do I b...