Recently I heard a Religion Professor say that most Christians don’t believe that God will answer their prayer, otherwise, we would thank Him in advance. He made that statement based on a survey, but I didn’t catch the details because I immediately started analyzing my own prayer life and my faith. I wasn’t sure how I felt about that statement but came to the conclusion … [Read more...] about God Always Comes Through
Jesus the Storm Calmer
When Hurricane Katrina approached New Orleans, where my family and I were living, in 2005, it was reported to be a massive storm. It was eventually registered as a Category 5 storm, the worst kind, and as expected, it was catastrophic. Katrina went down as one of the most destructive storms registered in history. I remember being afraid just as the Disciples were the night they … [Read more...] about Jesus the Storm Calmer
Loving Even The Unloveable
Recently I read an article about several people who had purchased an enormous amount of supplies that are currently in high demand, such as hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, masks, and toilet paper. They then sold these supplies on Amazon and via other outlets at a much higher price. It made me angry to think that during these hard times, people would try to make such a … [Read more...] about Loving Even The Unloveable
The Bible, Love and Joy
“Do you have a Pathfinder’s Bible for my son who is a Pathfinder in India?” This was the question that Roc’s mother would ask me at the conclusion of Children’s Church this past Sabbath. She continued to tell me that they were visiting from India, and were headed back the next day. I said hello to Roc and his younger brother who were standing next to their … [Read more...] about The Bible, Love and Joy
I Can Be Kind Because Jesus Lives In Me
"Joining the Sligo family this year has been a true blessing for me and my family. Many of you have shown me kindness since the day I arrived, and for that I thank you. Sligo is an answer to my mother’s prayer, “God, wherever you send my daughter, please allow it to be a place where they not only accept her ministry, but where they are also kind to her.” During … [Read more...] about I Can Be Kind Because Jesus Lives In Me