“Father, UP!”

“Father, UP!”

Two years ago we were blessed with the birth of our first grandchild, Olive.  Her mom and dad live near Cincinnati so we have been able to be a part of her life for these past two years, but a few months ago we had our first opportunity to have her all to ourselves...
Put Down the Weapon of Accusation!

Put Down the Weapon of Accusation!

Let’s be honest … words hurt!  They can hurt physically, emotionally and spiritually.  Words have the power to create, bless and bring life… or to destroy, curse and bring destruction to a person’s spirit, soul and body.  Accusing words can make us emotionally and...
The Power in His Name

The Power in His Name

If Jesus’ words are actually true, have you ever taken a moment to think about the implications?  Any sickness can be healed. Any demon can be cast out.  Any sinner – you, a friend, a relative, an enemy – can be saved.  The mountains in people’s...
What He Bought for Us

What He Bought for Us

With the celebration of  Resurrection Sunday recently passed, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the the gifts Jesus’ sacrifice bought for you through his death and resurrection.  He bought these gifts and laid them at your feet, but it is your...
Disarming the Spirit of Rejection

Disarming the Spirit of Rejection

Is this a picture of you in your childhood?  Left outside the circle and feeling rejected, lonely and confused?  Feeling the spirit of rejection is one of the most emotionally devastating of all human emotions!  It can leave deep, painful, emotional wounds in your...
Get Some Enthusiasm!

Get Some Enthusiasm!

Life is so much more fun and rewarding when you live it with enthusiasm!  Wouldn’t it be wonderful to feel the same eagerness, passion and zeal that children display when they are playing?  The primary dictionary definition of enthusiasm is: “an intense and eager...