Walking with God, Digesting Scripture and Pointing Others to Grow Deeper in their Faith
When I was young, having just connected with God, I struggled with knowing how to love God. I’d sing a song in church and feel like I wasn’t being truthful because I knew I didn’t love God like I loved my family. This bothered me and I prayed. It was a beautiful moment when I... Continue Reading →
I haven’t quite figured this one out yet. In one sense I have experienced God providing for me especially in times of trouble. God gives me incredible strength to carry on! I’m not going to lie, I feel very tired and almost burned out sometimes. I burn my candle at both ends and just keep... Continue Reading →
A Christian should have a higher standard of work ethic because of this command from Paul. What I do, no matter how small the task, can be done for God. If I view my daily tasks and job in this way my heart and attitude changes. I’m no longer bound to anyone but God. When... Continue Reading →
This verse struck me hard as a young person. Truth is, what we try so hard to hold onto might just destroy us. So ironic! We all know irony makes for a good story but we’re talking about our very lives. These words come from Jesus. They’re not my words. Efforts to save ourselves are... Continue Reading →
The every man for himself outlook in life leaves one disappointed, lonely and lacking. We were made to be on this earth together. The one who only looks out for themselves is distasteful to others. Nobody thinks selfishness is good. We discover a beauty we didn't even know existed when we step away from ourselves... Continue Reading →
This verse reminds me that sins aren't just of commission, things we do against God, but also not doing that what we ought to do. God gives us many commands. The Holy Spirit prompts us to do many things. We should love our neighbors as ourselves for example. I imagine your average Christian doesn't contemplate... Continue Reading →
Humility is considered weakness in this time period. I’ve admired many humble people over the years for their quiet service to God. Those who walk in humility do not seek to elevate themselves, yet somehow God elevates them! God Is God and we are not! Those who understand this and live by this are already... Continue Reading →
I think it was Shane Claiborne who said, (I’m paraphrasing here) one of the biggest problems we have here in the U.S. is that Christians don’t know the poor. It’s not that they don’t care about them, but that they don’t know them. Knowing people changes our perspective and can teach us a lot. Offer... Continue Reading →
Once I become more deeply involved in helping people I have discovered these do's and don'ts to be helpful and I hope they can help you too. These principles are especially helpful when we are involved helping family members and those we already know and have a relationship with as well. Creating boundaries for us... Continue Reading →
“Do I know you?” “What church do you go to?” “Maybe that’s where I know you from?” My friend responded saying she attended First Baptist and the conversation ensued in the aisle of a dollar store. The man then told her his car needed repair and asked her to buy him a certain belt for... Continue Reading →
Jeni Martin Johnson 