What's in our hearts, good or bad, eventually translates into words and deeds. There are certain emotions that can poison our hearts, our relationships and our lives unless we confront them head on.
Each one of the steps Jesus took toward the cross was necessary for the prophecy of his resurrection to come true and change the world. These seven events are more than just part of a story about the past, they have life changing meaning for us today.
Through the weeks of Advent and the Christmas season we will look at the familiar symbols of Christmas with new eyes to find a deeper meaning of peace, love, hope and joy.
Generosity is not something you do, but something you are. When you give, you acknowledge God as the center of your life. Just think what it would look like if we led the way with extravagant generosity, not only as individuals, but as the church?
Have you ever prayed for something risky? Maybe you've prayed for God to use you or to test you. These prayers can be life changers, and that kind of change can be scary. What if God answers our prayers in ways we aren't prepared for or didn't plan for? Are you willing to take the risk?
Life throws all kinds of things our way. No matter how careful we try to be, we will still inevitably face things like failure and heartbreak. We can't avoid these challenging aspects of life, but with God's help our hardships can be an opportunity. It's time to grow.
