by Jodie Stevens | May 1, 2021 | Bible and Theology, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Happiness, Love, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Have you ever known someone who refused to accept responsibility for their part in anything? When you tried to point out a mistake, they always blamed someone else or some circumstance outside of themselves. They were always the victim and never to blame. If we look...
by Jodie Stevens | Nov 19, 2020 | Bible and Theology, Hope, Love |
There are endless distractions which could have sidetracked Jesus’ earthly mission, but His will was completely surrendered to the Father’s. He would not allow Himself to be deterred. Jesus didn’t come to impress us with his miracles. Even though He did come to die...
by Jodie Stevens | Apr 27, 2020 | Bible and Theology, Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Fear and Anxiety, Forgiveness, Hope, Love |
In the Old Testament, the prophet Jeremiah tells the people of Israel that those who survive the coming destruction will find blessing, even in a barren land. He tells them God will give rest to their souls and reminds them of His eternal promise: “I have loved...
by Jodie Stevens | Apr 2, 2020 | Hope, Bible and Theology, Love |
A message from the apostle Peter, a first century Christian. He was jailed and beaten; watched his fellow Christians die; and watched his church scatter. He said that because of God‘s great mercy, we have been born again. We have a priceless inheritance that is kept...
by Jodie Stevens | Dec 13, 2019 | Bible and Theology, Forgiveness, Hope, Love |
Everyone I know celebrates Christmas. However, many of them don’t really know why we celebrate. The Old Covenant God established with the Israelites demanded the shedding of blood through animal sacrifices to atone for Sin. I know it sounds kind of awful. It is. You...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 21, 2019 | Choices, Hope, Love, Patience |
In my last post I talked about why it is important to hear from God. More than getting what we want and need out of life; it is about loving others, spiritual transformation, and living in the Kingdom of God right here on earth. But, how do we hear from God? Of...
