Ministering in His Presence

04/03/2026

In these trying times, our military service members and their families are facing mounting and complex mental health challenges as they navigate deployment, return, reintegration, and the invisible wounds of war. As the Church and as counseling ministries, we are called to be ready to receive them with wisdom, compassion, and skill—body, mind, and spirit. Now is the time to study, train, and strengthen our ministries so we can offer trauma-informed, culturally aware, Christ-centered care at unprecedented levels of need. Let’s commit ourselves—pastors, lay counselors, and clinicians alike—to prepare diligently today for what is coming over the horizon, so that when they reach for help, we are already in place, equipped and ready to serve. “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2)

01/05/2026

A Word for the Year doesn’t control your life—it centers it.
It helps you live on purpose, not just survive.
✨ 2026 is here. What’s your word or theme for the year?

Chosen with Purpose.
Kept with Commitment

01/04/2026

Praise God We made it. I will be posting during 2026. It is my prayer that my post will bring encouragement, hope, and understanding.

Isaiah 45:7 reminds us that every season—light or dark—remains under God’s authority. He does not abandon us when life feels uncertain or unstable.

Psalm 46 shows us how to respond:
“God is our refuge and strength… Be still and know that I am God.”

Together they teach us this truth:
God is not only present when life is calm—He is still God when everything is shaking.

The One who rules over chaos also invites us to rest.
Light or darkness. Calm or storm.
God is still God.

10/01/2025

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09/29/2025

LOOK

09/29/2025

09/21/2025

Today think on this
📖 2 Peter 2:1-3 warns us: false teachers will rise up, twisting Scripture, promoting comfort without repentance, and using greed to exploit God’s people. They lead many into immorality, dragging the name of Christ through the mud. This is not just history—it’s happening right now.

But make no mistake—God’s justice will not be mocked. He has already condemned every lie, every manipulation, and every misuse of His name. Deception may look powerful for a season, but its end is destruction. Stay anchored in the Word. Live boldly so the truth of Christ shines through you in a world desperate for light, as we take this journey with number 47 and his control of the government.

04/23/2025

Soul-caring. Psalm 65:9:

Reflection – “Watered by His Word”

Today, pause and remember that God cares for the land—and for you—with intentionality and love. He does not neglect what He has planted. Just as He sends rain to enrich the earth, He sends His Word to nourish your spirit. You don’t have to force growth. You are not forgotten in dry seasons. You are being tended to, even in silence. Peace comes not from striving, but from staying rooted and letting God’s care soak in.

Ask yourself:
Where in my life do I need to trust God’s care more deeply?
Am I making space to be watered by His Word, or am I trying to grow on my own?

Prayer
Lord, You are the one who waters the earth and makes it fruitful. In the same way, water my soul today. Quiet the noise around me and help me receive Your peace. Let Your Word nourish the places in me that feel dry or weary. Teach me to rest in Your ordained care, trusting that You are always working—even when I can’t see it. Make me a channel of Your life and peace to others. Amen.

03/20/2025

What about African Americans. They removed AA but left Native Americans. REALLY!

PHOENIX (AP) — The Pentagon restored some webpages highlighting the crucial wartime contributions of Navajo Code Talkers and other Native American veterans on Wednesday, days after tribes condemned…

11/29/2024

Thanksgiving is the time to think about the acts of kindness goy have received. For Paul and I are so thankful for the thoughtfulness of so many people, that we want to tell all our friends

10/31/2024

Out serving the community.