by Jim Hughes Ps. 128:1 How happy are those who fear the LORD–all who follow his ways! There is much resistance today about fearing the Lord. The thinking is that because we live in grace, God is no longer to be feared. The emphasis is on God’s love and not His holy nature.… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
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Ten Questions to Ask at the Start of a New Year
Send to Kindle Once, when the people of God had become careless in their relationship with Him, the Lord rebuked them through the Prophet Haggai. “Consider your ways!” (Haggai 1:5) he declared, urging them to reflect on some of the things happening to them, and to evaluate their slipshod spirituality in light of what God… Continue reading Ten Questions to Ask at the Start of a New Year
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 121:5-8 The LORD himself watches over you! The LORD stands beside you as your protective shield. The sun will not hurt you by day; nor the moon at night. The LORD keeps you from all evil and preserves your life. The LORD keeps watch over you as you come… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 119:140 Your promises have been thoroughly tested; that is why I love them so much. One thing that we have in common with all humanity is that everyone goes through times of life that are not easy. Everyone needs help beyond themselves from time to time. For the believer,… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 119:133 Guide my steps by your word, so I will not be overcome by any evil. Our only protection from evil is to let the Lord take His Word and direct our paths. We are not capable of “winging it” on our own and staying pure before God. If… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
Mid-Week Inspiration: Jesus Is All the World to Me!
Monday Inspiration: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 119:105-106 Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise it again; I will obey your wonderful laws. I wonder, how brightly does God’s Word shine on the path of your life? Is it barely noticeable, or… Continue reading Monday Inspiration: Gems From Pastor Jim
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Pastor Jim Ps. 119:71 The suffering you sent was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your principles. Okay, admit it. You don’t especially like suffering, do you? When was the last time you welcomed suffering into your life with open arms? It simply is not something we… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 119:59-60 I pondered the direction of my life; and I turned to follow your statutes. I will hurry, without lingering, to obey your commands. When was the last time you pondered the direction of your life? Have you ever done it? Take a moment right now and give it… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim
by Jim Hughes Ps. 119:53-55 I am furious with the wicked, those who reject your laws. Your principles have been the music of my life throughout the years of my pilgrimage. I reflect at night on who you, are, O LORD, and I obey your law because of this. Let me ask you… Continue reading Inspirational Monday: Gems From Pastor Jim