The Door of Darkness (Christian Poem)

It was a beautiful door.Expensive wood. Carved features. A mind that understood. The door called.It beckoned.It glowed. It welcomed. The words it would sing. Sweet. Soft. Gentle. Words that delighted the soulyetmelted the marrow. I never noticed before.How it alwaysopened to another door. Going from woodto metal. Less beautiful,the effects more internal. The doors became…

Hard Providence & Trusting God (Doug Wilson)

How do we trust God in hard circumstances? If you haven’t been following the past 2 sermon recommendations, this is my last sermon pick out of 3 sermons by Doug Wilson. I felt these 3 sermons connected very well to each other. 1st - How To Be Free From Bitterness (Doug Wilson), 2nd -The Sinfulness of…

How To Deal With Anxiety | Sproul

“You can’t have courage without fear.” - R. C. Sproul Today’s message covers a topic many of you can relate to. I can, too. Anxiety refers to a spirit of fear, worry, and fear of the future. Everyone has anxiety. Sproul brings up the sermon on the mount and how Christ tells us not to…

Assurance of Salvation (Just Thinking, Darrel Harrison & Virgil Walker)

How many Christians struggle trusting that their salvation is alive? How many have questioned and doubted what Jesus Christ did on the cross? The fact is assurance of salvation is a major topic that almost every believer might have questions about during their walk with Christ. It is a fairly common fear that Christians have.…

The Unpardonable Sin, Blasphemy Against The Holy Spirit (Tim Conway)

When I struggled thinking I committed the unpardonable sin, I was afraid to watch this video. I was convinced that this video would affirm I had committed the sin. However, the truth sets us free, and I discovered I had not. This topic and concern is one that gets viewed quite a bit on my…

Broken Hold (Christian Poem)

This poem is written for anyone who struggles with condemnation. This poem is written for anyone who struggles with spiritual oppression. This poem is written for anyone who struggles with fear. We cannot fight against these forces on our own. But Jesus has and He has conquered all! Turn to Him! Put your faith in…

An Old Foe Appears (Christian Poem)

Shame, shame. Wrapped around and calling my name. Echoes whispering Accusing saying I'm undeserving.   And old foe appears. One I haven't seen in many years. He grins, while a sword glints in his hands.   I was growing, sowing. Now, the accuser destroying. Ripping apart, what was my heart. Roots broken and seeds marked.…

Where I Am Mentally & How You Can Pray For Me

Update: I appreciate everyone's words and prayers. The day I wrote this post I had sat down and prepared a few other posts, something I hadn't done in months. I realized I needed to change my schedule, which is now 2 posts a week, instead of 5. I am now getting back into the heart of…

Why Are We Fearful When We Have The Lord?

In the midst of COVID-19, these chapters today are such a reminder that God is bigger than what we fear and what is in the world. As today is a day we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus may we be reminded that our strength is in Christ. Today's Reading: Chapter 11, 12, and 13  Chapter…

Cry Out For Jesus In This Weary World

Sheltered in place. Windows are locked. Car keys on hook. Closed in.   Yet, in the stillness thoughts race. In the quiet, fear screams.   Some wonder where You are. Some think this is Your judgment. Some think conspiracy. Some ask why.   My eyes fail from searching Your word, saying, "When will You comfort…