We make decisions hundreds of times a day. Sometimes it’s something as simple as what to eat for breakfast, but sometimes it’s something as significant and life-altering as who to marry. Though God cares about every part of our lives, the bigger decisions especially deserve God’s consultation. We are fallible (and sometimes very ignorant!) human … Continue reading Hear, Part 1
Category: Desires
A Spiritual Buffet
My dad’s side of the family has a tradition of going to an Italian restaurant called Valentino’s. When we all got together for a family reunion or special event, we would often go to this restaurant and enjoy each other’s company—and the food! But this is not your ordinary Italian restaurant. It contains a massive … Continue reading A Spiritual Buffet
Abraham Faith
The Bible is full of people who accomplished much for God because of their faith. Hebrews 11 tells of people who defeated their enemies, saw their dead raised to life, and received the promises of God “by faith.” One of those people is Abraham. For those who have accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior, … Continue reading Abraham Faith
His Riches, His Supply
We will have many financial needs in life. We may not make enough to pay our monthly bills. We may not have insurance to cover our medical costs. An unstable economy and inflation may be pulling on our already strained checkbook. Whatever the case, when we come up against a financial need that doesn’t seem … Continue reading His Riches, His Supply
Because God Said So
If you’re a parent like me, you have probably had your child contradict what you just said and insist on doing something different. Maybe they threw a fit, or maybe they just asked a whiny, “But why?” Our typical response is, “Because I said so!” Many times God instructs us to do something, and we … Continue reading Because God Said So
When You’re Squeezed
Very few of us really enjoy housework, or cleaning of any kind, for that matter. The task usually goes to the bottom of our to-do list until we can’t handle the crud in the bathroom sink, or the dining room floor tile looks like a Texas windstorm blew in. Nevertheless, we collect cleaning supplies that … Continue reading When You’re Squeezed
Christa Madrid 