Have you ever asked God to show you what He would have you to do? Then, just as He revealed the answer to you and you started following Him, you start to experience lots of oppositions from many sides as if you're surrounded by minefields? This summarizes our recent situation: We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, … [Read more...]

Other people, especially our children, are listening to the words that we say. They pay attention to our choice of words, and there are those who can easily discern what's coming from our heart. What's the condition of our hearts today? Whether it's heavy or light 'n easy, let's not forget to ask God to fill it with His love and His … [Read more...]

Here's a Scripture passage about finding strength in the Lord... for when you're feeling discouraged and tempted to give up, to give in... or when you're feeling exhausted, drained, hurt... and vulnerable to the Enemy's attacks: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may … [Read more...]

I'm always amazed when I see a juvenile little blue heron, mainly because its plumage changes from white to dark blue as it ages. We see them from time to time whenever we'd visit the Lake Apopka North Shore Wildlife Drive. We've seen birds of this size feeding on frogs, insects, and fish; some of them would even walk right in front of the mouth of … [Read more...]

Do you believe in the power of words? Words can heal. Words can wound. Words can move. We give even more power to words when we believe them. Have you ever pondered that words don't have to be spoken in order for them to make an impact? They can be whispers. Whispers that nobody else hears but you. Have you been plagued with negative … [Read more...]

Have you been going through a lot lately? Sometimes, it feels as if difficulties come in sets--one set after the other. How then does our heart respond? As difficult times pour in, will we yet praise God more and more? Will we be thankful still? Yesterday at church, God blessed us with yet another opportunity to see one of our missionary friends … [Read more...]