by Jodie Stevens | Jan 27, 2015 | Love |
“But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6: 3-4). When we give for the praise of others, while it may be...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 26, 2015 | Love |
Volunteering and helping others increases our self-esteem and gives us a sense of purpose, well-being and accomplishment. But most importantly, it aids those who are less fortunate. When we give out of selfless love and concern it is Altruism. Egoism is when we only...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 20, 2015 | Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction |
Jesus said … “the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32) When we conceal our sin, shame, and addictions we are living in deceit and “stumbling through the darkness.” (John 8:12) Shame perpetuates our troubles and causes us to hide behind lies, creating a self-defeating...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 19, 2015 | Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness |
A friend once told me she didn’t think God could ever forgive her for the things she’d done. Unfortunately, many people allow their guilt to block them from God’s grace and mercy by condemning themselves. It’s like a false form of pride when we play jury and judge by...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 15, 2015 | Hope, Patience |
There are many prayers I’ve wanted to quit praying because it seemed like answers would never come. Sometimes I would stop for a period of time out of frustration. However, Matthew 7:7 & 8 tells us: “Keep on asking, and you will be given what you ask for. Keep on...
