Marketplace Evangelism

We've all heard the phrase, "knowledge is power." While this is true, I believe that if we take inventory of our life decisions, we'll find that knowledge is most powerful when applied wisely. (Scripture Reading - Psalm 24)

If you are living this life, you will need some help. Sure, we want to do things on our own using our own abilities. However, we can not do it all without some help from time to time. And who better to help us than the Lord God Almighty. (Scripture Reading- Psalm 121:1 & Isaiah 41:10)

As individuals, we will have differing opinions. This, however, should not cause us to argue with one another. Learning how to disagree in a peaceful way is a life skill that will save us from stress, frustration, and the loss of life sustaining connections with one another. (Scripture Reading - Romans 12:18)

Even the best laid plans don't succeed sometimes. This is why learning how to pivot is important. Knowing how to adjust, modify, or change is vital to successful living. (Scripture Reading- Jeremiah 29:11)

There are times when we must wait. From long lines in the grocery store to the hours spent in the doctor's office, we spend a lot of time waiting. Waiting, as we know, it means a long delay of action or movement until something else happens. Waiting on the Lord, however, requires a different approach. (Scripture Reading- Psalm 27:14)

Being thankful takes practice. It seems as though it should come naturally, but that's not always the case. Reminding ourselves of just how blessed we are helps us to practice gratitude and to have hope even in bad times. (Scripture Reading- Psalm 92:1-2)

Receiving any kind of gift is great, but it hits differently when you receive a gift that you can tell much time, and attention was paid to make sure it was personalized just for you. Jesus is our special, personalized gift from God. His life produced the salvation needed to reconnect us to our Heavenly Father. My prayer is that you receive this special gift that keeps on giving, Jesus the Christ....

Romans chapter 8 explains, in detail, that there is nothing and no one that can separate us from God's love. However, we can hold on to some things that get in the way of our reception of His love. I encourage you to read these scriptures and allow them to give you hope. Also, allow them to give you the strength needed to release some things so that you can receive the transformational, everlastin...

The more we walk on this path God has laid out for us, the less we fit into the world around us. As we allow our minds to be renewed, we shed conformity and begin standing out. My prayer is that we boldly follow Christ and not the crowd. (Scripture Reading- Romans 12:2)

When presented with the option of success or failure, none of us consciously chooses to fail. However, we have failed and guess what we just might fail again in this life. Sometimes, the choices we make or the direction we choose lead us to failure of the mission. But knowing that there is almost nothing done that can’t be undone or recovered from is the motivation we use to get up and try, try ag...

Having dreams and goals is necessary in this life. Aspiring to excel and grow is good. However, when those things are based solely on someone else’s timeline, where we are currently, it can seem "behind schedule." But know this, all things happen according to God's timing. When we measure our journey using God's measurement, we have the confidence to know that we are right on track. And that we wi...

"You reap what you sow." We have grown up hearing this phrase. However, our concept of it is normally negative. In some verses, the context of its use is a warning to those that sow evil, but bad things aren't the only seeds we can sow. When we sow from our gifts, talents, and treasure, we reap an abundance of God's blessings in our lives. (Scripture Reading - 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 & Luke 6:36-42)

Work, work, work, work, work! It seems as if that is all we do, and it is exhausting... But at the end of the day, does our work matter? Did our efforts produce something meaningful, or was it all done in vain? (Scripture Reading - 1 Corinthians 10:31)

The “Comfort Zone” is a place that we all know well. We all dwell in it often. It’s the zone that we are most confident in. The kicker is that this is a place where we shouldn’t live exclusively. From time to time, we must step out of it in order to grow, learn, share, and see the good things that God has for us. (Scripture Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1)

Life is busy. It is filled with activities that never seem to end. We start our days early and end them late, stopping only because our bodies can not go anymore. We do not truly understand the damage this causes until it's too late. That's why we MUST rest. Rest is the essential element that builds the stamina we need to manage what life brings.

How we look physically is important to us, and nothing is wrong with that. However, how our words and deeds are perceived is of much greater importance. While navigating life, it is imperative that we try to act as the representatives Christ that we are, more often than not. It can be difficult, but putting our best foot forward is always worth the effort. (Scripture Reading- Colossians 3:17)

We suffer many blows in this life. Situations crop up without warning, and it may look like there is no way that any good can come of it. But can I tell you a secret? I know that everything will be alright. God has assured us in His Word and proven through His actions that things will work out and we'll be alright. (Scripture Reading- Psalm 23)

We are all different, and that is a good thing! God made us to be unique. Each of us offers an array of characteristics, personalities, gifts, and talents. And all that we are is necessary to the world we live in. Of course, we have many similarities, but there is only one You. So choose to show up as You, Every. Single. Day. (Scripture Reading- Psalm 139)

In this day and age, operating dishonestly is not only easier but more acceptable. Telling the truth, dealing fairly, and just plain old "doing the right thing" almost doesn't exist. This is why we must practice "walking upright" while being an example of it as well. We must operate with integrity, even when lacking it seems to be in style. (Scripture Reading- Proverbs 21:3 & II Corinthians 8:21)

We've heard the phrase, "Cleanliness is next to Godliness." This isn't an actual Bible verse but a wise reminder that physical cleanliness and spiritual cleanliness go hand in hand. It is important that we cleanse and purge our lives often so that we are living it as God intended. (Scripture Reading-Psalm 51:10)

We all need help. We can not do this thing called life alone. However, while we need support, we can not forget to provide support as well. Let's not be so caught up in our own needs that we forget to give. (Scripture Reading- Philippians 2:4)

How we start the day is normally a good indicator of how the day will go. If it starts off rough, chances are it's gonna be downhill from there. But, seeking God BEFORE the day begins guarantees us that no matter what comes our way, we will have a good day! (Scripture Reading- Psalm 63)

Thank God for the privilege of prayer. The peace and strength we receive through this communication with God is unmatched. However, we must not forget how important it is to pray for others. We never know when we have to be the godly connection someone else needs to handle this life. (Scripture Reading - Matthew 6:9-13; Romans 12:12)

At any given moment, we could have a hundred things swirling about in our minds. It is exhausting to even think sometimes because there is so much to think about. But the same way we sort our laundry, or categorize our pantry, or plan a trip, we can bring order to our minds. (Scripture Reading - Isaiah 26:3 NKJV)

"Sticks and Stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me." This was an effective way for the adults in our lives to help us cope with the unkind words that the mean kids would say. As we age, however, we realize that words can hurt. Choose them carefully. (Scripture Reading- Proverbs 12:18 & Psalm 141:3)