Tag Archives: Marriage

Peace

Posted on March 17, 2017 by cchrisholland

Storms are powerful displays of nature, and when seasons change, the weather can get nasty. In our personal life, “changing winds” can also bring a storm. In the Gospels, there’s a pivotal moment where the disciples sailed into rough seas while Jesus … Continue reading →

Tiny

Posted on March 16, 2017 by cchrisholland

Big results in God’s kingdom often start very small. Jesus explained it this way: “To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? It is like a mustard seed which, when it is … Continue reading →

Labels

Posted on March 13, 2017 by cchrisholland

People will label you various ways; “nice”, “mean”, “attractive”, “talented”, “clumsy”, etc. Some are welcome-some aren’t. In the Bible, there’s a lot of people who knew about labels. One of them encountered Jesus while in a lifestyle so “colorful” the entire … Continue reading →

Burdens

Posted on March 11, 2017 by cchrisholland

Sometimes the journey of faith is filled with “stumped toes” and “skinned knees”. Do you ever feel like sitting down, tending to your wounds, and giving up? If so, you’re not alone. Jesus understands your struggles. Think about that for … Continue reading →

Humility

Posted on March 10, 2017 by cchrisholland

Don’t confuse humility with weakness. A person can be in a position of weakness, or forced into submission, and still not have humility. Humility only comes when there is a decision of the will. A strong will can be a … Continue reading →

Wisdom 18.10

Posted on March 8, 2017 by cchrisholland

“The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” -Proverbs 18:10 NKJV In ancient times, a “tower” was where people knew to go for security and provisions during an attack. As the … Continue reading →

Pathways

Posted on March 6, 2017 by cchrisholland

The life of a disciple is not readily understood or embraced by popular culture. Consider how Jesus described the contrast: “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and … Continue reading →

Judged

Posted on March 4, 2017 by cchrisholland

No one likes being judged; especially by someone else’s standards. Jesus gave a rule we call “golden”: “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” – Matthew … Continue reading →

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Worry

Posted on March 3, 2017 by cchrisholland

Do you ever struggle with letting God be in charge without trying to look over His shoulder to see if He’s doing it right? Jesus spoke on several occasions about the subject of worry. As He pointed out the simple … Continue reading →

Eyes

Posted on March 2, 2017 by cchrisholland

What catches your eye? Jesus spoke of the eye as a lamp…or not: “The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is … Continue reading →

Wisdom 17.3

Posted on March 1, 2017 by cchrisholland

“A crucible for silver, and a smelter for gold, and the LORD is the tester of hearts.” – Proverbs 17:3 HCSB Pure gold and silver are valuable, but soft. In commercial use, other metals are added to lower the cost … Continue reading →

Treasure

Posted on February 28, 2017 by cchrisholland

What captivates your heart? What pursuit, activity, person or possession do you treasure? Consider Jesus’ words about the heart’s allegiance: “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and … Continue reading →

Delivered

Posted on February 24, 2017 by cchrisholland

Temptation is real, and as close as our thoughts. Jesus never glossed over it, and in the model prayer, He said this: “…And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” Matthew 6:13a NKJV Our … Continue reading →

Forgiveness

Posted on February 23, 2017 by cchrisholland

Forgiveness is part of the Christian life. Consider the fourth phrase in Jesus’ model prayer is: “…And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” – Matthew 6:12 NKJV Genuinely asking for someone’s forgiveness goes against pride. It’s based … Continue reading →

Given

Posted on February 22, 2017 by cchrisholland

What does it mean to pray for “daily bread”? The third phrase in Jesus’ model prayer is: “…Give us this day our daily bread.” Matthew 6:11 NKJV In the ancient world, acquiring bread for the day was more than a … Continue reading →

Hallowed

Posted on February 20, 2017 by cchrisholland

Jesus described how we should pray. It wasn’t a set of words to be repeated daily, but a model of prayer containing powerful principles. The first phrase is: “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your … Continue reading →

The Lord’s Day 2-19-17

Posted on February 19, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Many, O Lord my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done; and Your thoughts toward us cannot be recounted to You in order; if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.” … Continue reading →

Wisdom 16.31

Posted on February 15, 2017 by cchrisholland

“The silver-haired head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.” – Proverbs 16:31 NKJV Experience can be a great teacher to those who learn from mistakes. The ones who have done so (and considered … Continue reading →

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Reflecting

Posted on February 4, 2017 by cchrisholland

Jesus reflected the Father. “Most assuredly I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son does in like manner.” – John 5:19 NKJV Like a … Continue reading →

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Knowing

Posted on February 2, 2017 by cchrisholland

Knowing someone means to be familiar with their traits and preferences. When the disciples were questioned about their Master being at a gathering of tax collectors, Jesus spoke up and said: “Those who are well have no need of a … Continue reading →