Tag Archives: don’t give up

Build Upon the Rock

Posted on July 31, 2021 by pastorpstephens

In chapel this week, we looked at a passage from Matthew. In Matthew 7:24 – 27, Jesus tells a story about two kinds of people. He speaks of one person who built their house on the sand and another who … Continue reading →

Posted in A refuge, a stronghold, Build Upon the Rock, Christianity, Church, Draw close to God, Encouragement, faith, Faith during hard times | Tagged Build Upon the Rock, Christianity, Church, don't give up, faith, God, God will help you, God's Strength, inspirational, Matthew 7:24, religion | Leave a comment

God is Able

Posted on July 17, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I was helping with a chapel service the other day at the hospital where I work and one of the songs we sang was “God is able.” It was a beautiful song and a great reminder of the faith and … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, Encouragement, encouraging others, Ephesians 3:20, faith, God will help you, God's Strength | Tagged Christianity, Church, don't give up, Ephesians 3:20, faith, God will help you, God's Strength, inspirational, prayer | Leave a comment

Pass It On

Posted on July 10, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I was talking with someone a while back and they shared with me about a very difficult season they endured in the past. This person testified the only way they survived that season was because the Lord brought them through … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Corinthians 1:3, Christianity, Don't give up, encouraging others, faith, God will help you, God's comfort | Tagged 2 Corinthians 1:3, Christianity, don't give up, faith, God's comfort, God's Strength, Helping Others, never forsaken | Leave a comment

Trust in the Lord

Posted on October 30, 2020 by pastorpstephens

This week I have been reflecting on one of my favorite Bible verses, Jeremiah 17:7-8. In this passage, Jeremiah is speaking to the nation of Judah. Jeremiah 17:7 “Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD and whose trust … Continue reading →

Posted in bad weather, can't go on, Christianity, Church, diligence, Don't give up, faith, God will help you, God's Strength, trust in the Lord | Tagged Christianity, Church, don't give up, faith, God is a provider, God will help you, God's Strength, Jeremiah 17:7, ministry work, never forsaken, religion, trust in the Lord | Leave a comment

He Will Direct Your Path

Posted on October 16, 2020 by pastorpstephens

Anytime you face a change of plans or a fork in the road on life’s journey, here is a great Bible verse to keep in mind: Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on … Continue reading →

Posted in Be Flexible, Christianity, Church, Don't give up, Draw close to God, faith, Faith during hard times, Proverbs 3:5-6 | Tagged Christianity, Church, don't give up, faith, God has a plan for you, inspirational, Proverbs 3:5 - 6, religion | Leave a comment

Follow a Good Example

Posted on September 3, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I have continued to practice riding my unicycle. I learned how to do what is called a “free mount” last week. That means that wherever I am, I can hop up on the unicycle and start pedaling. I am now … Continue reading →

Posted in accountability partners, Christianity, Church, doing the right thing, faith, growing in faith | Tagged Christianity, Church, don't give up, faith, growing in faith, Imitate Godly Examples, Learn to Ride a Unicycle, Philippians 3:13, Philippians 3:17, religion, running the race well, Witnessing | Leave a comment

Be Encouraged and Persevere

Posted on August 20, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I bought a unicycle and it arrived about 10 days ago. One of the things that has really stood out to me is that learning to ride a unicycle changes the way you view success. Learning to ride is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Don't give up, Don't stop, Filled with Grace, love one another | Tagged Christianity, don't give up, encourage one another, faith, inspirational, Keep your eyes on the prize, Learn to Ride a Unicycle, love one another, Patience, Perseverance, Romans 15:5 | Leave a comment

Happy Fourth of July

Posted on July 4, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I hope you have a happy and safe Fourth of July! As I write this morning, it seems that as a country, we are in yet another season where we need to be able to endure and overcome some difficult … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Created Equal, faith, Faith during hard times, Fourth of July, God will help you, God will lead you, Justice | Tagged Christianity, Church, Created Equal, don't give up, faith, Fourth of July, God bless America, God will lead you, Inalienable rights, religion | Leave a comment

If You’re Going to Be a Bear…

Posted on February 22, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I was thinking about my dad the other day; he passed away in 2006. I was remembering some of the phrases and expressions he used. One day he came to pick me up after football practice in high school. He … Continue reading →

Posted in All the right moves, can't go on, Christianity, Church, Colossians 3:24, Do Your Best, Don't give up, Don't stop, faith, Give it your best, God will help you, inspirational | Tagged Christianity, Colossians 3:23, Colossians 3:24, don't give up, faith, Give it your best, God, God's Strength, good advice, inspirational, prayer, religion, running the race well, The Lord will strengthen you, try hard | Leave a comment

That You May Be Comforted

Posted on January 31, 2020 by pastorpstephens

The other day in Bible study we were discussing topic of pain and suffering and the lesson was centered on one of my favorite passages of scripture, 2 Corinthians 1:2-4. As Paul is writing to the Corinthians, he seeks to … Continue reading →

Posted in A prayer for Peace, a stronghold, can't go on, Christianity, Church, Dealing with grief, enduring mistreatment, faith, God Answers Prayer, God Cares for You, God's Strength, Grace and Peace, religion | Tagged 2 Corinthians 1:3, Christianity, Church, don't give up, faith, God's Grace, God's Peace, God's Strength, inspirational, ministry work, never forsaken, religion, Trust in God | Leave a comment