Monday Mission - Fire's Result
I’m not one to talk about high school very often, but in the last 2 weeks, it’s come up several times. The high school I went to wasn’t the wealthy high school in my area. It wasn’t the nicest and we weren’t the best in sports. Off-handedly I joked that “well, if the fire doesn’t destroy you, it will refine you!”
Friday Devotional – Trust
In my lifetime, now more than ever, we seem to have a country in turmoil, there is craziness and danger everywhere, and false reports and slander seem to be the norm. It makes me angry sometimes. It makes me feel powerless…like there’s nothing
Thursday Thoughts - When You Don’t Feel Like It
We all struggle with spiritual discouragement and lethargy. Some days our circumstances threaten to overwhelm us, and we struggle just to pray. Many times we just don’t feel like doing the things we know we should. For one reason or another, God sometimes seems far off and unreachable.
Wednesday Stories of Impact - The Cottleville Pizza Ranch and first responders.
The Cottleville Pizza Ranch had the privilege of blessing so many of those who serve our community on Christmas Eve!
Tuesday Truth - Christ in Us
First, where does Jesus Christ now reside, in the life of the believer? Inside us; more precisely, in our hearts:
Monday Mission - Are you ready?
Now that this is the second week of 2024, I’m still thinking about what this year could look like for me. I heard the question asked in a podcast, “Is your soul ready for 2024?”. That really got me thinking; am I truly bringing God into my life and into all my plans.
Friday Devotions – Resolve
When I was growing up, “New Years Resolutions” seemed to be a much bigger deal than they are today.
Thursday Thoughts - Core Group
Who did Jesus bring with him for the Transfiguration? Matthew 17:1-13.
Wednesday Stories of Impact - Gift Card Giveback
Gift card promotions are common - especially during the holidays. A group of Pizza Ranches found an impactful, creative decision to go beyond the norm.
Tuesday Truths - He Gives Strength to the Weary
Isaiah 40: 28-31
Monday Mission - The Lord's Timing
Following God's direction can be difficult. Even when we are sure of our course of action, the timing and the "how" may still be a mystery. King David's direction was certain but his path unknown.
Friday Devotional - Finishing 2023 Well
We are quickly approaching 2024 and all that a new year brings. Resolutions, Biggest Loser for some here, new hopes and dreams for the next 12 months. It’s a good time to hit the reset button and I always look forward to it. For now, however, we can take a few moments to reflect back on 2023. Think about these questions… your responses can be big or small, silly or serious: