It really is the little things in building a stormproof life. Adultery doesn’t start with an action, but a thought. Just like murder begins in the heart. But both can destroy a home quickly.

We can’t always mend all relationships. Yet that is so rare and has become something often used as an excuse for healing in this day and age. But to live stormproof we have to live contrary to how we feel. It is our responsibility to keep our hearts open to the possibility of having broken relationships mended.

Relationships are hard. Messy. Jesus knew that. His were, too. So, He gives us directives to keep our hearts aware when challenges arise in our relationships. What may He be asking of you on this Monday morning?

When Jesus showed up, boy He just stirred up all kinds of things. Life went from our actions to our heart. In light of that, we might be surprised at how that changes things for us, too. God expects us to live a different way.

Are you aware of the most clear and present danger to your heart, your family, our nation, or this world? Today, we will discover what that is.

I’ve realized my body is fading fast. Things are wearing out that I thought would still be around for a few more years. But there is one thing that no matter what happens to us or this world, it is as sure as can be. And I’m so grateful to know this is true.

My former pastor, Rice Broocks used to say the most sobering moment at the bar was when all the lights came up and people finally found out who they’d actually been dancing with all night. The only way darkness ever wins is if the light goes into hiding.

We spend most of our life believing that we are here because of the job we have or the money we can accrue or at times even the family we raised. But is that why we are really here?

In a world desperate for what heaven has to offer, it seems some of us are unwilling to make people uncomfortable. But, the Gospel of Jesus can be offensive to the flesh of our souls. Maybe a little more heavenly mindset is what we actually need.

We are seeing persecution against believers growing in nations where we've never seen it before. Jesus knew it would grow. He told His followers two thousand years ago. Yet He said those who are persecuted are blessed. Only Jesus can make that happen!