Gratitude Versus Gratification This is from a devotional I have, written by Robert Noland: “One of the ongoing struggles with our sin nature is two-fold: First, we have a tendency to eventually become dissatisfied with the blessings God gives us, and second, we then start to see what others have and convince ourselves
WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT HEARTILY A federal holiday since 1894, Labor Day is an annual recognition of the American labor movement and celebration of the economic and social achievements of American workers. For many people, Labor Day means a long weekend, a family gathering, a cookout, or the unofficial end of summer. But behind
FAITH VERSUS FEAR This is from a devotional I have, written by Robert Noland: “Most of us have memories of learning to ride a bike as a kid. Life was so free and easy when the training wheels were bolted on the sides. But when the decision was made to take them off
THE STEPS OF A GOOD MAN ARE ORDERED BY THE LORD Life can often feel uncertain. We face choices that seem overwhelming, paths that are confusing, and decisions whose outcomes are unclear. Many wonder: Am I going the right way? Will my effort bear fruit? How can I know I’m walking in God’s
STAND STILL AND SEE THE SALVATION OF THE LORD There are moments in life when pressure closes in from every side. The future feels uncertain, problems feel overwhelming, and escape seems impossible. Israel stood in such a moment at the edge of the Red Sea - behind them was Pharaoh’s army, before them
PSALM 23 The 23rd Psalm is one of the most recognized and beloved passages in the Bible, one of the crown jewels of Scripture. Although it is customarily thought of as the “Shepherd Psalm,” and rightly so, this psalm of David actually encompasses three distinct scenes: (1) the shepherd scene (verses 1-4), (2)
CHAPLAIN’S INSIGHTS Have you ever been anxious? Have you ever gotten so anxious about something that you started to worry about it? Have you ever worried so much that you made yourself physically ill? Let’s look at what Jesus says about worrying in Matthew 6:25-34 – 25 Therefore I say unto you, Take
THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH Strength is something every believer needs. Strength to endure trials, strength to resist temptation, and strength to remain faithful in a weary world. Yet many believers search for strength in the wrong places - emotions, circumstances, or human encouragement. In Nehemiah 8, God reveals a
CHAPLAIN’S INSIGHTS Have you ever heard the phrase, “God will never give you more than you can handle”? That sounds great, doesn’t it? Too bad it isn’t true! People who say this are usually trying to encourage someone who is suffering or facing a difficult situation. They usually have 1 Corinthians 10:13 in
