Naturally Embrace Menopause

As women age, changes take place, which affect their temperament and often cause needless confusion. A number of symptoms can signal menopause is approaching or occurring. She may become more emotional, as her menstrual cycle becomes sporadic and blood flow fluctuates from light to heavy. Her sensitivity to environmental elements may become heightened. She mayContinue reading “Naturally Embrace Menopause”

The Helmet of Salvation: The Mind of Christ

“Jesus did not come to earth with outward pomp and display. . . . He clothed his divinity with humanity, and yet he did not require that any one should minister unto him. He came to labor for others. He ever strove to do men good; he provided for their necessities. Among his disciples heContinue reading “The Helmet of Salvation: The Mind of Christ”

The Faith of Jesus: A Shield

The Apostle Paul warned us. He said that there would be spiritual wickedness in high places. High places? Naturally, the mind would tend toward governments and unelected or noncommissioned ruling powers. Certainly, these are the “high places” of the world. Naturally still, one would think that there is no way to win or even sustainContinue reading “The Faith of Jesus: A Shield”

Peace, People!

“The Lord would have you lay aside that spirit of wrath and be disrobed of your war garment. . . . ‘You have inherited and cultivated a contentious spirit. Put on the robe of Christ’s righteousness, and speak not one word that is not subdued by the Spirit of God. Let your heart break inContinue reading “Peace, People!”

Narcissism and the Breastplate of Righteousness

In more recent years, much has been discussed about the topic of narcissism. Is it because narcissism is on the rise? There seems to be a growing sense that it is. There certainly is an increase of interest in the term and a surge in debate about it. But what do we know of itsContinue reading “Narcissism and the Breastplate of Righteousness”

The Value of Truth

The very first appearance of the word truth in Scripture interestingly occurs in Genesis 24, verse 27. The eldest servant of Abraham had been assigned to travel with other servants bearing gifts to the country of Abraham’s relatives. They were to return with a wife for Abraham’s son Isaac. Abraham had assured his servant thatContinue reading “The Value of Truth”

The Counterfeit of Faith

For by grace we are saved through faith. However, it is faith, not presumption, which pleases God. “Without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6). “But faith is in no senseContinue reading “The Counterfeit of Faith”