History helps to be obedient as it gives us examples of the blessing of obedience and the consequences of disobedience. History also gives us hope for the future.

There are things that need to be trimmed in all of our lives, God will prune these things so that we can be fruitful.

We often think and speak of the what, when , why and where of Christmas and often forget the Who. Who was this baby that changed the world?

A reality of being human is that we will experience suffering. Another reality is that God is real and present even when we suffer. How we respond to suffering has a profound effect on us emotionally, physically and spiritually.

As we come closer to the end of our ascent up the mountain we will need to persevere. At times it seems the mission we are on is an impossible task, but we are called to persevere knowing in the end we have everything to gain.

God often calls us to work where he is working. When we work with God our work has meaning and purpose. To work without him is to work in vain.

The end result of a restored relationship with God is joy. Joy that surpasses understanding and is present even in times of sorrow.

Every one of us feels insecure at times. Our peace comes from knowing that for those who are in Christ God surrounds them.

The only side we need to be on is God's side.

We all serve some one, and in reality we either serve the world or we serve God. One service leads to bondage the other to freedom.