Trusting God and waiting on the Lord when circumstances don’t improve has constantly challenged me. “Wait on the LORD; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the LORD!” — Psalm 27:14 As a Type-A overachiever who took pride in being recognized for my fortitude, I had always problem-solved…

Learning how to study the Bible is a personal journey that changes your life. Grasping this powerful truth makes reading the bible an extraordinary encounter with God. I have found peace studying the Bible and relish its words and deep impact on my soul. Before discussing how to study the Bible, let’s review What the…

This true story about the power of obedience to God is an excerpt from the book When a House Buys a Person by David Herr.  I couldn’t believe what was coming out of my mouth! I had just taken a call from a friend, Russ Weaver. “Dave, I want you to come to list my house.”…

In this hope-filled article, you will learn how the promises of God will give you strength and courage to live lighthearted despite what you face. Does your heart feel heavy today? Are there things going on in your life that feel like too much to hold? If I asked you what is weighing down your…

Have you celebrated Christmas, not fully understanding the meaning of Advent? For years, I did, but now I have a deep appreciation for the meaning of Advent and its relationship to our faith. May these three reasons to focus on Christ during the Holidays enlighten you on the meaning of Advent. “And there were shepherds…

Finding God’s peace often seems elusive. Fear, worry, and restlessness often overtake our emotions. In his letter to the Corinthian church, the apostle Paul instructs the believers to find God’s peace and replace fear and worry with faith. “Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love…