Category Archives: God

I Met with Jesus in a Parking Lot

Posted on November 3, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I met with Jesus at a gas station early this morning. I know it sounds a little crazy, but the truth is, He was there. So was a guy I’m going to call Fred. As a matter of fact, Fred … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Name?

Posted on October 7, 2016 by pastorpstephens

This past Wednesday night in our Bible study we were studying the letter to the church at Philadelphia. We spent a pretty good amount of time talking about verse 12 where Jesus is commending the saints at Philadelphia for their … Continue reading →

Posted in A New Name, Christianity, Church, faith, God, God's Love, God's Strength, Revelation 3:12, The Church of Philadelphia | Tagged Christianity, don't give up, faith, God, inspirational, ministry work, religion, Revelation 3:12, spiritual growth, The Church of Philadelphia, What's in a Name | Leave a comment

Time to Fly

Posted on September 29, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I took this first picture when we were visiting the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga. They have a lot of great things to see and one of my favorite exhibits was the Aquarium’s Butterfly Garden. They had several different types of … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, faith, God, God has a plan for you, religion, Romans 12:6, spiritual gifts | Tagged Blue Morpho, Christianity, Church, faith, God, inspirational, joy, ministry work, religion, Romans 12:6, sharing your faith, spiritual gifts, spiritual growth, Tennessee Aquarium, Witnessing | Leave a comment

Getting Cleaned Up

Posted on September 17, 2016 by pastorpstephens

We had spent the afternoon at our daughter Lauren’s house, and it had been a good day. We grilled some burgers, played outside and Aunt Amanda jumped on the trampoline with Avery and Haley. They loved it. Avery can do … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 John 1:9, Christianity, Church, Forgiven, God, God's Mercy, grandchildren, I smell, Isaiah 64:6, John 3:16, Relationships, religion | Tagged 1 John 1:9, Christianity, forgiveness, God, God's Mercy, grandchildren, grilling burgers, inspirational, Isaiah 64:6, john 3:16, religion, smell like smoke | Leave a comment

Posted on August 26, 2016 by pastorpstephens

The other day I found myself reading once again the words that the Lord gives to Joshua as he is about to take over the leadership of God’s people after the death of Moses. Although Joshua was mentored by Moses … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, Don't give up, faith, God, God's Strength, Joshua 1:9, Joshua takes over for Moses, prayer, religion | Tagged Be strong and courageous, Christianity, Church, diligence, don't give up, faith, grandchildren, inspirational, Joshua 1:9, Know His Will, ministry work, prayer, religion | Leave a comment

The Heart of God

Posted on August 15, 2016 by pastorpstephens

Some people know the word of God but not the heart of God. I was thinking the other day how that would be a good phrase to just put on Facebook and leave for contemplation. Eh, not my style. It … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians 13:3, 1 John 4:20, Christianity, Church, faith, God, God's Love, God's Word, Just God, Love your brother, religion, Walk in Love | Tagged 1 Corinthians 13:3, 1 John 4:20, Christianity, Church, God, inspirational, Love your brother, ministry work, religion, Walk in Love | Leave a comment

Going Out and Coming In

Posted on July 30, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I was at work the other day and someone from another department came by looking for a coworker who had been in a meeting all morning. “I think he’s still in that meeting,” someone said. Another person piped up, “I … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, Coming In, faith, God, God Knows, Going Out, Psalm 121:8, religion, The Lord Knows our Location | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God, Going Out and Coming In, inspirational, Psalm 121:8, religion | Leave a comment

Great is Thy Faithfulness

Posted on July 23, 2016 by pastorpstephens

There is a wonderful hymn called “Great is Thy Faithfulness” which is a beautiful song to sing, to hear and to use to worship our God who is indeed great in His faithfulness. That song has been on my mind … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Thankful, can't go on, Christianity, Church, faith, God, Lamentations 3:22, Uncategorized | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God, God's Mercy, Great is Thy Faithfulness, Lamentations 3:23, prayer, religion | Leave a comment

Volunteering and Helping Out

Posted on July 15, 2016 by pastorpstephens

The past few days I have been working with some friends from work as we help with a St. Bernard Project to rebuild a home in the San Marcos area. The home was destroyed by one of the floods we … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, doing the right thing, Ecclesiastes 4:9, faith, God, St. Bernard Project, Volunteer Work | Tagged Christianity, Ecclesiastes 4:9, God, Good return for their labor, inspirational, ministry work, religion, St. Bernard Project, taping and floating, Volunteer Work | Leave a comment

Praying For Others

Posted on June 28, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I have various friends who are going through some difficult times right now. They could use some extra prayers. I know that when I have experienced tough seasons and difficult times, I have been strengthened by the prayers and kind … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Ephesians 6:18, faith, God, God's Grace, God's Peace, inspirational, Intercessory Prayer, prayer, Praying for Others, religion | Tagged Christianity, Difficult times, Ephesians 6:18, faith, God, inspirational, Intercessory Prayer, prayer, Praying for Others, religion | 2 Comments