Among the early words you teach your tot are “thank you.” Young children need prompts like, “What do you say to Aunt Becky?” Hopefully, over time it becomes an automatic response. But parents need to continue teaching an attitude of thanks even to teenagers. As you celebrate the busy holiday season, utilize every moment as [...]

“And we know that all thing work together for good to those who love God and are called for his purpose.” Romans 8:28 “Coby, you have to be thankful,” is the line of conversation between my two grandsons that caught my attention. I listened as Domonic, the 5 year old, was attempting to teach his [...]

If God has placed a new song in your heart, why not share it by becoming an online mentor? God can use you right where you are. Learn more and apply today. “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.” (Psalm 40:3a) Life has been busy. The house [...]

Do you need prayer for something you are struggling with? Let us pray for you. “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” (Colossians 3:17) “Push off on the ball of your foot as you step [...]

“…although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened.” (Romans 1:21, NKJV) Sometimes it is just good to slow down and take God’s word apart a little. Here we see someone who KNEW GOD, yet they were futile [...]

Take today’s next step: Be an encourager – become a mentor.   “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” (John 8:12) When we are followers of Jesus darkness should not characterize [...]

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Please open your Bible and read: (Ephesians 5:15 – 21) Why would God command us to thank Him regardless of the circumstances? The idea defies human logic. But then, the Lord rarely binds Himself to man – made rules. Scriptural principles serve specific purposes in the Christian?s life. Gratitude keeps us aware of God?s presence, [...]

Are you struggling in your marriage? Talk to a mentor “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-5) The story is [...]

The story is told of a couple that grew to find little to appreciate in one another. The daily tally of things one did that annoyed and aggravated the other was a growing list. More and more they did less and less together. In desperation the woman visited a counselor and took along her journal [...]