In our society we seem to be either busy or bored.
Our common excuse for not connecting with others is “I’m just so busy.” We may even be addicted to being busy. Or at the very least, our minds need to be busy. I’m like that; I always have something to occupy my mind. If I’m not working, I have the TV on, or a podcast or I’m thinking about the next thing I need to do. Continue reading
A few days ago we read about experiencing God through others and then we read about experiencing God through reading the bible and learning to think differently.
One of the best ways to experience God in both of those ways is to join a bible study. This is not to be confused with attending a worship service or even a mid-week bible study for the entire church. While those are beneficial and we will talk about those more in the weeks to come, I am talking about a small group of people where you have the opportunity to give and receive feedback. Continue reading
We often mistake happiness with joy.
Biblically speaking, happiness is a temporary feeling, joy is a permanent position.We are prone to fall for the short term emotion, and that usually keeps us from growing.
Happiness will get us through a day or two, Joy will get us through anything. Happiness can be taken from you, Joy refuses to leave. Continue reading
Most people are open to experiencing God at a church service. Many are open to experiencing God if they are listening to hymns or worship songs. The majority are open to the idea of experiencing God if they are meeting with a priest or pastor.
However there were times when I encountered God in other people. Regular people, Non-churchy people. Continue reading
Romans 12:1-2…Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Continue reading
