Category: Stories

You got out of a bad relationship because it was bad, but you are still resentful, and angry. (you let the devil leave his bags) You got out of financial debt, but you still can’t control the desire to spend on frivolous things. (you let the devil leave his bags) You got out of a bad habit or addiction, but you still long to try it just one more time. (you let the devil leave his bags) You said, I forgive you, but you can’t seem to let it go and have peace with that person. (you let the devil...

Angels He sends keep me from falling They steady me with heavenly hands Because He loves me He will save me On Christ the solid rock my victory stands A thousand fall at my side Around me a thousand more are dying But that evil will not touch me My Savior wipes away my tears And ends my crying My God above is my only refuge His wings will shelter me from all harm I’m safe within His word and promise I will find my strength within my Saviors arms He’s with me so in the dark I am not...

We sometimes hang on by a thread, Because of what we’re going through, We feel like we’re helpless, And we just don’t know what to do. Then we are sent a message, From the great man above, He tells us to believe in him, Because he will send us his love. He will help us, But you need to talk to him, He will guide you the right way, Even if things look grim. So look up to the heavens, Your answer will be right there, Just give him a chance, Because he really does care.

There are stories that find their way into your heart and stay there forever. This is one that found its way into mine. There was once an elderly woman who lived in a violent, drug-ravaged, crumbling neighborhood in an old city. Her children had died before her. Time had left its mark on her too. She was no longer pretty in the eyes of the world. She had become wrinkled, stooped, thin and hollow-eyed. Her body was now half crippled with arthritis. Still, this little old lady continually brought joy to the community around her. Everyone called her “Granny” and...