The MOST Important Independence Day

I hope all of you celebrating July 4th, our country’s Independence Day, had an enjoyable, peaceful time filled with family. It’s a great time to come together and think about those people who sacrificed so much to free this country. The events over 200 years ago not only shaped a country but had a profound impact on the entire world.

The MOST important Independence Day actually took place around 2,000 years ago. Continue reading “The MOST Important Independence Day”

Your Terms or the Spirit’s?

I had a real wake-up call the other day when I read Galatians 5:22 about the nine fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. I flunked!

I was in a rush the other day and got caught behind Continue reading “Your Terms or the Spirit’s?”

Jesus on Memorial Day

Just before he sacrificed his life for you and me, Jesus summed up the best thought for Memorial Day…

No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13

We need to think about all the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Unlike Jesus, most are unknown except to family and friends.

This is a day to say a prayer of thanks to all have given so much for us. Let’s remember them in a special way this Memorial Day.