Posts from 2022 (Page 5)
We Don’t Have To Be Victims
I watched a video on Youtube from a doctor who was homeless during his teenage years. He talked about how he had to sleep outside in a tent in the middle of Winter in Buffalo, New York. What makes his story even more inspiring is that he said he didn’t want to rely on the government or foster care (he was homeless due to his parents splitting up). He was able to pull his bootstraps and get through nine years…
Testing Is Good
I just had my first Zoom meeting for my sales job. One of the guys talked about the course we have to take and what purpose it serves. He said we only have to know 10 percent of the course, but the test serves as a way to weed out those who are motivated and those who are not. God does the same thing to us. God puts through tests and trials that may seem pointless, but it’s worthwhile in…
This Promise is Contingent!
David said in Psalm 27:13, “I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” I imagine this anointed king writing this as he reflected over his childhood, enduring the rejection from his family, notably his father and brothers. I see him penning this as he muses about the struggles of fighting giants, being betrayed by the king, and finally running for his life. He writes from a place of…
Fellowship of Evangelical Baptists (FEB) Belief Statement/Affirmation of Faith
I would be remiss if I didn’t include the Statement of Faith of the association that my church is a part of, the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptists (FEB or The Fellowship) in Canada. The core of FEB and the reason for our national unity, is our commitment to a set of shared beliefs. The following Belief Statement, or Affirmation of Faith, is a declaration of the truths that unite the organization in ministry. As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, FEB…
Leaving A Good Mark
“Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold.” – Proverbs 22:1 [NLT] I talked to one of my friends from my church in Florida last night. We were discussing how much I was missed at church. It really meant a lot to me because it was tough fitting in at the church I was attending. That conversation made me realize that what I had in Jacksonville was special. I didn’t…
God Doesn’t Care About Our Wealth
“The rich and poor have this in common: The LORD made them both.” – Proverbs 22:2 [NLT] In God, there’s no rich nor poor. The world checks your bank account, but God checks your heart. God doesn’t care about how much you have, but He cares about how you steward your money. God will give you all needs when you trust in Him. The world trust in their wallet, but a Godly man will put his faith in The One…
Practice and Precept
Napoleon, commenting on the military genius of Marshal Villars, said, “he has united practice to precept.” I thought this was very interesting. It is easy to focus on the precepts and principles expressed by the wisdom of great men. In fact, speaking of the Bible specifically, many non-Christians have found certain truths beneficial to their life and overall wellbeing. Furthermore, the same has seen usefulness and value in the Scriptures though they aren’t committed followers of Christ. However, what’s good…
Why Encouragement Is Important
Motivational videos have become a hot trend in recent years. More and more young people look for positive motivational content because of all the negativity they deal with on a regular basis. Entrepreneurs are another group of people that spend a lot of time watching and reading motivational content. Entrepreneurs know all too well how important mindset is. If you have a negative attitude, you are not going to perform at the highest level. As Christians, we need daily encouragement…
The Secrets of Our Hearts
“People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives.” – Proverb 16:2 [NLT] It is often said that what you see is what you get. In the Church, this is often not true. I lead a discipleship program for a major mission organization. We would often get young guys or gals in that school. These students were not with us long before it became evident that there was a disconnect between what they said and…
Consistency Wins
To make 2022, or any year a success, you must have that grit, that motivation to keep going when things don’t look promising. I’m sure at this point, most of you guys have probably forgotten what your new year’s resolution is, but you don’t have to wait until January 1st to kick all the old habits in your life; you can do that now. God doesn’t measure time the way we do, so a year in God’s eyes is just…
Proverbs: Promises or Probabilities?
“These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel. Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise.” – Proverbs 1:1-2 [NLT] What is the purpose of the proverbs of Solomon, King of Israel? Are they iron-clad promises or probabilities? Proverbs is a book of wisdom or insights that, if you apply them, you will usually receive the desired results, but not always. When I hear a Proverb taught…
Boaz Is A Metaphor For God’s Favor
I have been reading more into the book of Ruth. The more I read about Boaz, the more differently I look at him. Boaz is viewed by many as the prince charming to Ruth’s cinderella story, but in reality, Boaz is a sign of God’s grace. Boaz came into Ruth’s life as a miracle worker. Ruth was a single woman with not a lot of skills, but she had a desire to leave behind her old life in Moab to…
Are Millennials Leaving The Church?
If you have been paying attention to the Pew Research in the last several years, you may have heard that Millennials are leaving the church in record numbers. Today’s generation of young adults doesn’t feel a need for religion because it’s seen as too rigid or too hokey. They don’t feel a need for an “Invisible Man in the sky” telling them what to do. It seems that way until you define what religion is. CNBC made a news story…
My Thoughts On the Devon Franklin/Meagan Good Divorce
If you haven’t been paying attention to the Christian media lately, Christian pastor and Hollywood producer Devon Franklin has recently divorced his wife, actress Meagan Good, after years of feeling disconnected. Devon and Megan were wedded for 10 years, and they seem to be the model couple in Hollywood. Even though they both were Christians, they had two completely different personalities. Meagan was the more free-spirited, career-driven girl while Devon was the conservative pastor who happens to work in the…
Being A Good Testimony
When we tell people our testimony, we want to be an example of how to go through life while still maintaining a heart for Christ. That doesn’t mean we will be perfect, but it means we can be like David, a “man after God’s own heart” (1 Samuel 13:14) despite his sins. Our testimony encourages believers to hold on to the faith and non-believers to an example of being a good Christian living in sinful flesh. It was Naomi who…
2022: Taste and See That the Lord is Good
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” – Psalms 34:8 [NIV] I am a Protestant, but I think I might be a little Catholic. Have you ever noticed how Catholic priests kiss the Bible? There are times where I feel the urge to embrace my Bible. Once, my wife and I went to Ruth’s Chris Steak House with a gift certificate. It was not just a meal but an experience.…