“Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.” Ephesians 4:29 (NLT) I recently attended a high school basketball game. It was during playoffs with the winner advancing to the regional finals. I saw some great basketball […]
My College Essay
January 6, 2014 · by ·
Guest Writer: Darby Carefully, I place the fragile round disc into the CD player. The small reflective device contains not just music, but a world of sounds, of emotions, of memories. Track 01. The clashing yet euphonious sounds of “Bohemian Rhapsody” swirl around me. Unlike any ordinary song, it defies its accepted structure. From ballad, […]
A Time for Everything
December 9, 2013 · by ·
“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. A time to plant and a time to harvest. A time to cry and a time to laugh. A time to grieve and a time to dance.” Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 (NLT) In Ecclesiastes, Solomon reminds […]
Fruit of the Spirit…PATIENCE
October 25, 2013 · by ·
“But if we look forward to something we don’t yet have, we must wait patiently and confidently.” Romans 8:25 (NLT) From the life of Ryan, age 9 Whenever Mom and Dad talk about patience, it just means I have to wait for something I want right now! Like when I’m standing in line at the […]
Fruit of the Spirit…JOY
October 14, 2013 · by ·
“The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” Psalm 126:3 (NIV) Defined by Claire, age 11 In church they say joy comes from inside my heart because God loves me, and feeling joy doesn’t mean I’m always happy about what’s going on. Mom asked if I could explain the […]
Fruit of the Spirit…GOODNESS
September 23, 2013 · by ·
“And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God.” Hebrews 13:16 (NLT) A Father’s Perspective If you ask me, goodness is all about giving. It’s about the unselfish gift of your time, talent, and resources to help those less fortunate. Our church has several […]
Fruit of the Spirit…GENTLENESS
August 12, 2013 · by ·
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 As Defined by Cathy, Age 16 I like this word; gentleness. Have you ever tried yelling or shouting it out loud? It just doesn’t seem right. If gentleness […]
Fruit of the Spirit…PEACE
July 22, 2013 · by ·
“Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.” 2 Corinthians 13:11 (ESV) “What Peace Means to Me” by Nichole, Age 14 When I hear the word peace, the first thing I think about is world peace. […]
Fruit of the Spirit…SELF-CONTROL
June 10, 2013 · by ·
“You must understand this, my dear brothers. Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. For human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” James 1:19-20 (ISV) From Nick’s Life, Age 17 Since I didn’t have a job at the time, I’d wash my parent’s car to […]
Fruit of the Spirit…LOVE
May 20, 2013 · by ·
“Let me give you a new command: Love one another. In the same way I loved you, you love one another. This is how everyone will recognize that you are my disciples—when they see the love you have for each other.” John 13:34-35 (MSG) A Story from my Life I don’t think my high school […]
