The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. Romans 8:6 I am sure that when I say the word soldier, a mental picture pops into your mind. It might be a modern day picture of a soldier on the battlefield with camouflage, helmet, boots and a gun. Some of you might have pictured a Roman soldier from Jesus’ day. The image would be similar, strong leather sandals for the feet, a helmet with a feathered plume and a sword. The c

For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. Acts 1:5 We are blessed to be able to keep our grandchildren while their parents work. Our days are always eventful! Our grandson is 2, he is starting to talk more and is saying funny things. We find ourselves laughing most of the day about something he has said or done. He is a busy little guy and keeps us on our toes. Our little princess is 5. She will be starting sc

I was reading in Luke chapter 18 about the blind beggar. It’s an awesome thing how as many times as we read the Word of God a new revelation continues to pour out. This story that I had read so many times, now revealed a new truth to me. Luke 18:38 “He called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Those who led the way rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” This is where I had to stop and really see what was

Over the past few years I have spent a great deal of time in the woods hunting turkeys. This time of year, one of the was to hunt turkeys is to listen to his calling. An ole’ tom turkey has an unmistakable sound called a gobble. To a hunter, it is sweet music. God is calling to all of us in the same way. A call of love. Who hath saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but to his own purpose and grace. 2 Timothy 1:9 Listening to God’s call

Today, step out in the area that God wants you to and don't fear a thing. Looking at life, the greatest single enemy you will face is the enemy of fear. Fear can attack you in every area - your health, your finances, your job, your family and the list goes on. Everyone has a problem with this intruder we call fear. God says, Men's hearts fail them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. Luke 21:2