Christianity

Christmas time is hope time because love came down.    It was HOPE that spoke to Simeon in Luke 2 reminding him that God’s promises were true and the Messiah had come. And within this …

I love this word from Max Lucado in regards to the beauty of hope. “Hope is not what you’d expect; it is what you would never dream. It is a wild, improbable tale with a …

She came down after last Sunday’s 11:00 am message and the conversation started like most of them when people come down to me for prayer. I asked, “How can I pray for you?” Her response …

I loved an email I received shortly after Sunday’s message on Moses’ burning bush and being open to God’s voice and leading. Read on. “After my husband and I attended the 9:30 am service, we …

As this day unfolds, we have incredible opportunities to shine hope, to reflect the love of Christ, and to tell others of the freedom He has made available to us all. Today, my friend, let’s …

Many manufacturers are going to great lengths to protect themselves from getting sued. As a result, many companies now include stunningly obvious warnings about their products. Apparently, there’s a yearly award that goes out to …

It was probably just another ordinary day as Elisha rose from bed that morning. After a quick bite of some breakfast, he wandered out into the front of the family home, gathered the oxen together …

Let’s talk “peace” shall we? Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “peace” as “a state of tranquility or quiet.” Other definitions I found in relationship to peace: – “Freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions” – “Harmony …

I love a story I read recently that was originally shared by pastor and songwriter H.B. Barker: Once upon a time, there was a wise teacher sitting in a beautiful garden. He was taking in …

Sweet friends, I pray you’re well. I’d love to share a story that came across my email recently from Marci Chadwell, our Associate Director of Early Childhood Ministries here at The Woodlands UMC. It has …

Baptism Sundays are some of my favorite days in the life of the church. They’re always such sweet moments worthy of great celebration. Last Sunday I had the blessing of baptizing a father and son …

In one of the first watch night services led by John Wesley in 1740, he gathered the church together on New Year’s Eve with the intent to sing songs in worship, share stories of God’s …

“A person’s steps are made secure by the Lord when they delight in his way. Though they trip up, they won’t be thrown down, because the Lord holds their hand.” Psalm 37:23-24 Have you ever …