What is truth? It is not so very easy to recognize these days is it? There are so many resources for information and so many opinions on the topics of today that truth can become hidden. But we know that truth is non-negotiable, that a fact is a fact, so why is it so very hard to recognize it and why do we struggle with it?

Regardless of the many feelings and experiences that we all have leading up to this moment – here we are. All of us, in our diversity; in this one space…in this one holy space. Regardless of what led us here or how we got here; or where we are in our current place in life – we share this space as one body raising our voices together in praise.

There are many trials in this life and many challenges that will test and prove us. There will be much grace and peace wrapped in these trials – we must only endure…and persevere…and stand up…and accept it…accept the grace that will be poured out to you, and when it does…maybe it is like opening a box of oats and finding cookies inside.

No matter what you put on a pedestal, it will always reach for something higher. You meet people where they are everyday and those people are wanting and needing just like everyone else; celebrity or not. Do you have the courage to be the vehicle to being them to God?

Anyone who speaks truth is dangerous because those who do not want to hear the truth will try to silence it. Those who do not want to accept truth will likely be condemned by it because truth cannot change.

The George Bailey Sermon. In the movie It's a Wonderful Life an angel tells George Bailey, "You've been given a great gift, George: a chance to see what the world would be like without you." Wait. What? A great gift? George sees hate and sadness all around, how is this a gift at all?

The world is full of opportunities for thanks, whether we are saying it or hearing it. Both ways are a healthy start on the way to salvation. Here's a few questions for you!

There is no doubt to me that a thankful person is a satisfied person; and a satisfied person is a peaceful soul. Do you find yourself barking at your reflection just hoping to get something that you don't have? Here's a simple solution...

If you look at your relationship with God and what you do for Him and because of Him, does anything change when you grow tired of the color of your walls? Do you find yourself evolving in your  relationship and love for God when fashions around you tell you otherwise?

Sitting in church, surrounded by all those sinners. That is what you see because that is what you focus on. Because of that, you miss the celebration...you miss the party because you are too busy reading the invitations list.