Time to Open the Box by Ann-Louise
Whether we realize it or not, most of us are also guilty of trying to place God in a neat little, unopened box. The base of that box is composed of our own human reasoning. The walls are made up of our own personal fears and inhibitions. The top is sealed with our own personal biases and preferences.  Read more...

Reality Check by Ellen C.
Growing up in a “me’ society is not very conducive to the character that God wants us to have. Have you noticed that most people act like the world revolves around them? They seem oblivious to the fact that others inhabit this planet alongside them.  Read more...

Focus, Focus, Focus by Ann-Louise
Merriam-Webster has defined the word ‘focus’ in a variety of ways. The ‘focus’ here (pun intended) is upon the intransitive verb which describes the way in which we ‘concentrate attention or effort’.  On the football field, if focus is lost by either the quarterback or his teammates, the result, as Brett Favre knows first hand, can be a very painful sack. As a few Olympic speed skaters discovered last week, focus lost by one misstep or nudge is all it takes for a skater to careen off the track into the padded sidewalls and, effectively, out of the race. 
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And the Spirit said, "Don't go there." by Ann-Louise
Anointed. Called. Chosen. Sanctified. Gifted. Set apart. Equipped. How ever you choose to describe God’s preparation, we all have a purpose. Each member of the body of Christ has been given spiritual gifts to fulfill God’s purpose in our lives. We are required to use these gifts to build up our brothers and sisters and to spread the light of the gospel to a darkened world.  Read more...

Expanding Our View of God by Ann-Louise
When my oldest son was in 2nd grade, he created a mobile depicting the planets of our solar system in their respective orbits. For some time afterwards, he was fascinated by the night sky. His grandmother gave him a telescope for Christmas that year and he spent many hours studying the constellations. On clear nights, we would sometimes set take the telescope up the hill behind our home. Without any prompting, my son seemed to appreciate the need to understand the stars in their context with others in the sky.  Read more…

So how do we fit? by Ann-Louise
There has been much discussion recently about what is necessary for salvation. This concerns me greatly for many reasons. As you read, I ask that you would pray with me that the Lord will open our hearts and minds (mine included) to His Word and give us a better understanding of His plan and provision of salvation. Read more...

A Determined Purpose by Ann-Louise
What is your determined purpose? In all aspects life, it takes determination and hard work to accomplish any goal, whether that goal is to finish college, raise a family or build a career. As a Christian, in relationship to the Lord Jesus Christ, what is your determined purpose? Read more...

Name Above All Names by Ann-Louise
A lot of emphasis is placed on names throughout the Scriptures. Names had special meanings, whether they were names of the LORD revealed to man, names given to people, or names given to places. Names had a specific purpose. In many cases, a name described the character of the one who bore it.  Read more...

Ha Tikva (The Hope) by Ann-Louise
Ha Tikva’s fire has burned in the heart of every descendant of Abraham since God commanded him, Get yourself out of your country... and go to the land that I will show you.  (Genesis 12:1) Ha Tikva is the hope of a homeland, the hope of freedom, the hope of independence and the hope of peace. Despite hardship, Diaspora (scattering), persecution, atrocity, and genocide, the truly Jewish heart has never abandoned Ha Tikva.  Read more...

 A Light in the Darkness by Ashley Baehr 
As we face uncertain times, many people are going through the valley. A seemingly dark valley, with no light in sight. People losing everything, even their own family due to stress. We must first seek the Father, His kingdom before trying to figure out the times in which we live. It is so easy to be deceived, things that sound right or fit our comfort level, but our Father did not put us here for our comfort.
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Nation in Financial Crisis by Ann-Louise
Recent news headlines convey a bleak situation for America’s wallets. In record numbers, Americans are losing their jobs, retirement incomes and homes. Many are worried about their families, worried about their financial stability, worried about the future, and, from a human perspective, understandably so. But, as believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, how are we to respond to these things?  Read more...

Beware of False Prophets by Ann-Louise
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.”- Matthew 7:15
  Since Jesus Himself gave this warning, we need to take it very seriously. Just as our military must be fully aware of the tactics of the enemy; we in the Lord’s army must be educated in regard the tactics of the enemy of our souls. Until we grasp the dangers, and see the need for preparation and action, we are vulnerable to attack and open to deception. Read more...

Disease of Godlessness Plaguing America by Ann-Louise
There is a deadly disease spreading across America today.  It's a disease that is hurting families, infiltrating our education system and attacking our society.  This disease is eroding the very foundations of our country.  If it is not stopped, this disease will leave in its path a nation completely devoid of truth and morality. Read more...