I've been reading Genesis lately and rediscovering how interesting, fun and even intriguing the historical accounts of the pillars of our Christian faith can be. God really is amazing, beyond our comprehension. And He created amazing people.

Even though I've heard their stories many times before, I'm seeing things now that I

I've never been a slave, and I've never been caught between an army and the ocean, but I do know what it's like to be afraid. We all do.

So I can relate to the Israelites in some ways. When they were in bondage in Egypt, they were miserable and cried out for deliverance. Then, when deliverance came, they quickly

As Christians, we have been called to be obedient to God in big things and little things, day in and day out, longer than we can do on our own, in our own strength. Living in godly obedience is sometimes hard, but God has anointed and equipped us for the job. We can do whatever we need to do with His help

I hope the holiday season is a fun, special time for you. It seems people are either really excited about it or depressed by it. Maybe you've had both kinds of experiences. I have. This year will be relaxing and fun as I visit with my parents, siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews and then some. I'm grateful for that. It's a nice

Second Corinthians 10:5 says, "…We lead every thought and purpose away captive into the obedience of Christ" (AMP). I remember reading this and thinking, "How can I do that?" It seemed overwhelming. Every thought? But one thing I know for sure is that God never asks us to do anything without giving us the ability to do it if we will put our trust

"I can do whatever I need to do in my life!" This is truly a powerful power thought. And just one of many that Joyce shares in her series "Power Thoughts." It drives home the profound truth that God is faithful to give us the ability, strength and wisdom to do what He wants us to do each day.

"Jesus heals us. He sets us free from our own wounded feelings so we don't ever have to expect perfection from people; we can simply love them for who they are."

This is one of my favorite parts of Joyce's article this week. It's encouraging and liberating to me, because lately, I've been feeling very frustrated with the way some

Can you think of a time when you had an ongoing issue with someone in your life? And just when you thought you couldn't take another minute with them, God asked you to stretch yourself one more time?

You just feel like, God, I have held my tongue and kept a good attitude with this person

Relationships. They can be a beautiful, rich part of our lives or a miserable mess! Everyone needs good, healthy relationships in life to be a complete, healthy person. But so many struggle with experiencing peace, harmony and unity in their relationships on a consistent basis. It's hard work, right? It's also God's plan

God's grace is truly amazing! It saves us from sin and sure death and destruction. But did you know God intends for His grace to give us even more than that? It's a mind-boggling thought, yet true. As Joyce says, “The same way we get saved is the way we are supposed to live.” That basically means, God wants us to do everything by His grace, through faith in Him.