Are you feeling ashamed because of what someone did to you or names you were called to minimize who you are? Are you ashamed of labels that stuck with you over the years, abuse you endured, lies someone has spread about you, something said that hurt you deeply from your childhood, or something that was said yesterday? You are a child of God. Proclaim John 1:12 (NKJV), “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name....

Fear and frustration mounting, Joseph ran door to door carrying Mary who was about to deliver God’s Son. The hour upon them, the need urgent, and the pain almost unbearable, Mary held on, clinging to the promise that God had a plan for them and for this Child about to be born....

The prophet Micah preached to the common people of Judah. His message was given before Israel was taken into captivity by Assyria and before Judah was taken captive by Babylon....

The following are some ways to help you reclaim your joy in the Lord and cheerfulness of heart......

Jesus does not ask us to be powerful, influential, or popular. That does not interest Him at all....

More than any other time of year, Christmas turns hearts toward home. You may reminisce of Christmases past, laugh at the pictures, and smile at the memories....

The story found in 2 Kings 13:10-21 is the story of the death of the prophet Elisha. Before he dies, he has an encounter with Jehoash, King of Israel....

What is it about fall that makes you want to jump in the car and drive north where there is a nip in the air and the leaves are turning to beautiful hues of red, gold, and orange? Whether you are energized by the fall or it brings you down, you can’t stop the seasons from changing....

A good quarter-of-a-century ago, my daughters enjoyed playing with Weebles. They have a unique weighted bottom that allows them to wobble, yet they don’t stay down....

Can you imagine Joseph and Mary’s emotions as they frantically searched for a place Mary could rest and give birth to our Savior? Mary was at the point of no return, the Baby was coming and she had no place to lay her head. They finally reach an inn just to be told, sorry, no room for you here....