Content makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor. - Benjamin Franklin

Our society lives in a constant state of discontentment. We're not happy with our leaders, with our spouse, our children, or the things that we have. Our house is too small, our TV is an older model and our smartphone doesn't have the latest 4G technology. So what's a person to do in order to find contentment in such a restless world, and why can't we seem to find the contentment that we're looking for?

Psalm 109:4 In return for my love they are my accusers,
But I give myself to prayer. Choosing to love and pray for those who persecute or mistreat us mystifies unbelievers, and yet this is the lifestyle to which we are called by God. We are to love all people regardless of how they treat us. Although some may set themselves up as enemies against us, they are people in need of a saving relationship with Jesus and an understanding of His Lordship in their lives.

In today's episode, I share a story about gratitude. I have found that gratitude is the secret to joy in my life. May you be challenged today to express gratitude and seek to serve others.

In Hermanuetics, the study that deals with interpretation, especially of the Bible or literary texts, there is something called the "double mention" principle. It states that when something is mentioned more than once, it emphasizes it's importance. Today's passage is mentioned four times and underscores a powerful and comforting truth.

Today we take the "trip in"... a time of reflection and personal inventory of our lives. Be sure to set aside some time to ponder with honesty where you are today with God. Here's the link to the photo I posted and referenced in this episode - http://bit.ly/2xty3Fu

Exodus 19:4 You yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings, and brought you to Myself. God can and will deliver you from your fear and trembling. He did it for Israel and He will do it for you.

Fear is a reality of life and God has created us with a healthy capacity for its intended purpose. While there's nothing wrong with being afraid, we don't have to stay afraid. For Daniels three friends, there was no fear in the furnace but rather freedom.

I found this verse to be my desire and passionate prayer to the Lord. It's chock full of everything we need from Him in order to find fulfillment in life. May it bless you today as well as you make this your prayer.

Nobody is immune from disaster. Everyone here, if you haven’t already, will face tragedy. It’s inevitable. Everybody will go through some form of crises; some type of tragedy in their lives. We live in a broken world. Today I share four principles to help you deal with tragedy.

The grind of our daily life can be taxing at times, but did you know that God has grace for your grind? Receive that grace today and serve with joy and gratitude.