The Currency of Heaven

“One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so He could lay His hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering Him. But Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to Me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.’Continue reading “The Currency of Heaven”

Lord, I prayed for this child, and You have granted me what I asked of You

1 Samuel 1:27 *Today’s devotional by Sylvia Gunter is very near to my heart and a subject about which I care deeply. Let her powerful words guide you as you pray for the children in your life. Blessings, Ed As the school year draws to a close, we trust that whether our children are graduatingContinue reading “Lord, I prayed for this child, and You have granted me what I asked of You”

A Good Father

“You are the light of the world – like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deedsContinue reading “A Good Father”

Feeling Low?

“Comfort, comfort My people,’ says your God. ‘Speak tenderly to Jerusalem. Tell her that her sad days are gone and her sins are pardoned. Yes, the Lord has punished her twice over for all her sins.’ Listen! It’s the voice of someone shouting, ‘Clear the way through the wilderness for the Lord! Make a straightContinue reading “Feeling Low?”

A New Agenda for Tech and Family

By: John Stonestreet and Shane Morris *This is too vital not to be read by everyone. Please read with prayerful consideration. Click this link to see the article in its original context. Blessings, Ed 😊 In Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, Alice asks the Cheshire Cat, “Would you tell me please, which way I oughtContinue reading “A New Agenda for Tech and Family”

Is God Really to Blame?

“But Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to Me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.’ And He placed His hands on them and blessed them before He left.” (Matthew 19:14-15 NLT) There’s something about children that softens our heart and lowers our defenses. We naturallyContinue reading “Is God Really to Blame?”

What’s Your Version of Success?

“You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered.” (Psalm 139:16-17 NLT) Ever wonder what thoughts the Lord has of you? Was HeContinue reading “What’s Your Version of Success?”

Questions?

“One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so He could lay His hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering Him. But Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to Me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.Continue reading “Questions?”

Satan’s Target

“Jesus replied, ‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment.” (Matthew 22:37-38 NLT) It’s extremely frightening when you consider you’re losing your memory. How so? Your memories, on some level, constitute the person you are. We operate fromContinue reading “Satan’s Target”

“Last Resort” Prayers

“Then a leader of the local synagogue, whose name was Jairus, arrived. When he saw Jesus, he fell at His feet, pleading fervently with Him. ‘My little daughter is dying,’ he said. ‘Please come and lay Your hands on her; heal her so she can live.’ Jesus went with Him.” (Mark 5:22-24a NLT) There areContinue reading ““Last Resort” Prayers”