Given November 6, 2005
During the alter prayer time this evening, I was “laying down” those things that would hinder my walk with God. Things like temper, pride, timidity and bad habits; all were laid down at the alter. Now, I’ve heard many times that what Christians do is lay these things down then pick them back up again later, we don’t leave them there.

Tonight, however, God showed me that sometimes these things follow you out the door. They follow you around tempting you to pick them back up again. I could see these pests badgering me to let them back in my life. Then the scripture came to mind, “Surely Goodness and Mercy shall follow you…” Psalm 23:6. This is what I want! Goodness and Mercy, not those ungodly things following me. When the Goodness and Mercy twins are following me, the other stuff can’t get near.

Given November 4, 2004
Most of the time, we’ll say, “God, show me and I’ll believe.” However, God says, ” Believe and I’ll show you.” It always works that way, God’s way, which is just the opposite of the world’s way. That’s faith! What do you want to see God do in your life? Believe and be amazed!
As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe. Mark 5:36

Given September 2004
Fear is like a bully who pushes you around and controls you through how you percieve the situation. But, like a bully, if you will take one step of courage toward him and not back down, he will back up. Step out in faith with the power of God behind you and push that bully of fear back! You don’t have to put up with it! For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7

Given Spring of 2005
“Owe no man anything but to love him” Romans 13:8
So, when you encounter people anywhere, just pay them what you owe them, love. Be nice to them, don’t be grumpy or short with them. Be nice. You know, God may have a favor lined up for you, (especially if you’ve been praying for one); have it ready to send through some person. But if you’re grouchy with that person or someone else, you may cancel your favor. Be nice!

Given May 2005
Let’s say, you’re at a ballgame and you’re getting ready to yell at the ref…
Or, you hit your finger with a hammer…
Or, your car won’t start and you’re already late…
Or what about, you’re about to pass on that little tidbit about you-know-who…
And…if God was right there with you, you’d act differently wouldn’t you? Well, guess what? God said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you”. Joshua 1:5, He IS right there with you! Think about it.