A bric-a-brac blog of faith
There are many times that we might come home from church with a newfound determination to go the distance… only to fail within a few days. Then we’re bombarded with negative self-talk. Is this what God provided for us? Let’s take a look at what His yoke is and is not about. Continue reading Yoke or Yoke?
I absolutely LOVE books – the older the better. I usually have a few books going at once, but I’m finding that I’ve become a bit pickier with each passing day. Let’s take a look at the books we use to self-propel, self-improve, and hope that it self-helps. Continue reading Time to Shelve Self
A look at the details included and excluded offer a whole new take on grace. Let’s take a look at something Old Testament and a couple from the New. I hope it gives you something to chew on. Please note: There’s a lot out there that reinforces what I’m sharing from rabbinical commentaries, the Jewish Encyclopedia, and archeological findings, but I’m simply sharing scripture on this. Continue reading Beauty in the Details
Peace sounds good, doesn’t it? It’s a fruit of the Spirit, but I believe it’s also a gift. Just like grace, God pours out to us liberally to the point of overflowing… but we have to choose to receive it, don’t we? Let’s take a look at what kind of peace He offers and how it is that we can receive it. Continue reading Peace in Abundance
Throwing in some of my favorite Christian tunes – some praise, some worship, and some that simply uplift and encourage. We need this as we step out in faith – letting the Holy Spirit out of the box we’ve put Him in – and I guarantee that you can trust Him. Will you let Him out of the box? Continue reading Burn the Box