February, 2015

• 18 February

  For a Strong Marriage, Honor Your Spouse

  

  Our spouse is a provision from God; to denigrate them is to ultimately reject God’s provision.  God gave me my husband to watch over and protect me, and he does.  For 20+ years he has gone to work every day, sick or well, and has rarely missed a day.  He ...

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• 18 February

  The Key To Unlock Joy and Peace

  

  Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the prison. And, ...

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• 18 February

  Toothbrushes Are Bringing People to Christ

  

  In Zambia, toothbrushes are bringing people to Christ. Many, in Zambia, have never used a toothbrush and do not know how to use one. Pastor Isaac Daka and his staff at Ark of Grace Orphanage and Feeding Foundation, offered free toothbrushes and instructions on how to use them, to encourage ...

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• 17 February

  Trusting Him In the Midst of Life

  

  What was the purpose of Jesus coming into the world? Was it to bring peace to all the nations? No, he actually said the exact opposite: “Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come ...

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• 17 February

  What is True Repentance?

  

  Repenting of sins when someone first receives salvation is what many Christians think of when they reflect on repentance. Repenting of sins is one of the key steps in obtaining eternal life with Christ, but this is something that we should to do as often as needed. There are many ...

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• 17 February

  Selfless Fun Activities for Freezing Weather

  

  It’s two degrees outside, and sub-zero conditions are becoming the norm. With seven or eight inches of snow piling high, the sun has surrendered in defeat. Vehicles are hidden by white fluffy flakes and the icicles hanging off houses looks like the teeth of angry monsters. It’s no joke; outside ...

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• 17 February

  PG Movies: The Truth Behind the Rating

  

  After digging for the truth behind Hollywood’s PG-13 rating (and being a bit horrified at what I found), I thought it worthwhile to give G-, PG-, and R-rated movies a bit of the limelight, too. Let’s start with PG-rated movies. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) defines PG movies ...

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• 17 February

  Don’t Give Place to the Devil

  

  Paul gave these instructions to the church at Ephesus: “‘Be angry, and do not sin’: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, nor give place to the devil” (Ephesians 4:26-27). The first statement—“Be angry, and do not sin”—comes from Psalm 4:4 and indicates that it is possible ...

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• 17 February

  Opportunities Come In Small Packages

  

  They say opportunity will come knocking at the door, however, I believe opportunity doesn’t just stop at the door, but instead shows up all around us everyday. Little finely tuned thoughts, words, or even actions that are given to brighten a day or continue a lingering hope. A smile for ...

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• 17 February

  Heart and Initiative Powerfully Displayed By 9-Year Old Selah

  

  Selah seems to have a heart much like what I imagine Jesus’ to be…giving, selfless, loving, exuberant, and full of faith.  I came upon this lovely story while perusing Moneysavingmom.com. Selah began her ministry of giving at a young six years old.  With no outside prompting, she informed her mommy ...

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