I recently read a modern parable about carrots, eggs and coffee that got me to thinking about how I respond to adversity in my life. Maybe it will change the way you react to your life’s problems and tragedies. A young woman went to her grandmother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. … Read More
Trying To Look Spiritual – John Bidaurreta
I heard a story from a famous Christian author and speaker who was cleaning up his house before some Christian recording artists were stopping by for a visit. As he made his way to different areas in his house, he came to the room that he called “The Prayer Closet” and decided to change his strategy. The room that he … Read More
Rivers in the Desert – Isaac Munene
The northern part of Kenya is characterized by arid conditions that make it very difficult to find water. The inhabitants of this area have for centuries lived a nomadic lifestyle, moving from one place to another, with their cattle, in search of water and pasture. For decades they have sung rain songs that were prayers for rain passed from one … Read More
Shake It Off and Step Up – Rachel Klinge
There is a parable told of a farmer who owned an old mule. One day the mule fell into the farmer’s well. The farmer heard the mule in a frenzy neighing. After carefully assessing the situation, the farmer sympathized with the old mule, but decided that neither the mule nor the well was worth the trouble of saving. Instead, he … Read More
The Value of Integrity – Milt Hodges
One of the greatest virtues in all of life is Integrity. What is integrity? Integrity is defined: Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty. Or the state of being whole, entire, or undiminished: to preserve the integrity of the empire. I love this quote by Margaret Thatcher: “Watch your thoughts for they become words. Watch your … Read More
Summer Fire – John Bidaurreta
Summertime is a season of BBQ’s, backyard s’mores, campfires and 4th of July Fireworks. Here in California we need to especially practice good fire safety procedures. We must keep the fire contained inside its designated burn zone, making sure it does not come in contact with anything else that is flammable. In 2012 alone California had over 8,500 fires, … Read More
Stuck! – Isaac Munene
Most of us have at one time or another desired to transform our bodies. You saw a weight loss infomercial on TV or the cover of a magazine during check-out at the grocery store and thought one of these days I will have the body of my dreams. You may be one of those who took the next step and … Read More
Super Food Vs. Junk Food – Caleb Klinge
Several times a day we all make choices about what we’re going to eat. The food that we physically consume is an excellent metaphor for what we allow our souls to feed on. We can feed on things that energize us spiritually, or make choices that taste good for a moment, but result in lethargy and a loss of passion. … Read More
Got Faith! Breakthrough Faith in 2013 – Milton Hodges
Are you ready to take your faith to new level? Have you ever had someone tell you that you needed to have faith that God would take care of something? Maybe you’re hurting from a breakup with a boyfriend/girlfriend, having financial problems, or know someone who is very ill and in need of a miracle. It’s easy for someone else … Read More
The Winter is Past by John Bidaurreta
The Winter is Past Spring begins with the vernal equinox at 4:02 A.M. Pacific Standard Time on March 20, 2013 in California. I love springtime. This season brings with it, increasing daylight, warming temperatures, and the rebirth of flora and fauna. New life is literally springing up all around us. Just as the natural landscape is beginning to change, so … Read More