From 3/28/21…. I come to gather with the saints on Sundays….. that is what followers of Christ are called in Scripture. I come to encourage and be encouraged. I come with my Bible in hand and a highlighter and pen. I have something in hand to jot down notes and...
Adam Grant writes about “empathetic distress”, also called “compassion fatigue”……It is common for people to experience, especially those who work in helping professions- healthcare, social services, counseling, ministry, etc. And it also...
Consider THIS from a Friend: “If you doubt that GOD could love you and still allow you to experience difficulties in life, look at JESUS’ life. Born sinless, went 33 years without sinning 1 time, GOD spoke aloud 2 times saying how proud HE was of HIM....
I arrived early at my church one morning. It was quiet; staff members had not yet arrived. I sat on a comfortable sofa in the carpeted entry and just listened. I realized that even “quiet” isn’t silent. The renovated building has a life of its own....
John 4- Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well in Sychar…. 19 “Sir,” the woman said, “I can see that you are a prophet. 20 Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain, but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.” 21...
