Tag Archives: faith

Posted on February 9, 2024 by pastorpstephens

This week in chapel, we talked about a passage of scripture from Philippians chapter 4. Paul is writing to the church and he gives Christians a couple of very important exhortations, “Rejoice always… and don’t worry.” I find it interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in A prayer for Peace, can't go on, Don't give up, faith, God Answers Prayer, God's Peace, God's Strength, Philippians 4:4, prayer | Tagged Christianity, don't give up, Don't Worry, faith, God's Peace, inspirational, live with joy, Philippians 4:4, rejoice always | Leave a comment

Loving Life

Posted on December 16, 2023 by pastorpstephens

I was talking with someone this week about a mutual friend of ours who has gone on to be with the Lord. This person was, still is, and will always be very dear to us. We laughed and smiled as … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Don't give up, Draw close to God, Encouragement, Faith during hard times, God will help you, Philippians 4:13 | Tagged Christianity, don't give up, faith, God will help you, loving life, Philippians 4:13 | Leave a comment

Weeping with Those Who Weep

Posted on December 1, 2023 by pastorpstephens

Over the years, many people have asked me for suggestions on what to say when they offer support and condolences to others in a time of loss. And while I do have some thoughts and suggestions on what is helpful … Continue reading →

Posted in chaplaincy, encouraging others, faith, Grieving Together, love one another, ministry work, Poem, poetry, Sharing God's Love | Tagged Christianity, Dealing with Grief, faith, God's comfort, God's Love, inspirational, Poem, Praying for Others, Weep with those who weep | Leave a comment

“I Am Your Ticket”

Posted on November 18, 2023 by pastorpstephens

Marta and I went to Italy for 10 days for an early celebration of our 39th wedding anniversary. It was an awesome experience being in the large, grand, beautiful churches which have been built in Rome and throughout Italy. Below … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Blessed, Christianity, faith, following Christ, John 14:6 | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, following Christ, God will lead you, John 14:6, religion, Touring Italy | Leave a comment

On the Path

Posted on October 29, 2023 by pastorpstephens

This week in chapel our scripture came from Proverbs 3. This psalm includes one of the very first bible verses that I ever memorized – Proverbs 3:5-6. Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and do not … Continue reading →

Posted in All the right moves, Being Blessed, Christianity, Church, Don't give up, Draw close to God, faith, Proverbs 3:5-6 | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, give a testimony, On the right path, Proverbs 3:5 - 6 | Leave a comment

Walking in the Light

Posted on October 21, 2023 by pastorpstephens

I have been preaching through the gospel of John and I have really enjoyed it. It is such a blessing to reflect on the words of Christ. This week I have been prayerfully meditating on this verse in John 8:12 … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Draw close to God, faith, Faith during hard times, God will help you, John 8:12, the light of the world | Tagged afraid of the dark, faith, God will help you, God's Love, God's Strength, John 8:12, the light of the world | Leave a comment

Praying Expectantly

Posted on September 29, 2023 by pastorpstephens

I have a couple of things that I have been in prayer about this week for a couple of different people. Both of them asked me to lift up a request for them. While the requests were unspoken, I know … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Draw close to God, God Answers Prayer, prayer, Praying for Others, Psalm 5:3, religion | Tagged Christianity, faith, God will help you, prayer, Praying for Others, religion | 1 Comment

Let Your Light Shine

Posted on September 16, 2023 by pastorpstephens

This week in our chapel class we talked about one of my favorite passages, Matthew 5:15-16. I love the instruction and the encouragement we find in these verses. This passage comes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. It follows the … Continue reading →

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A Back to School Prayer

Posted on August 20, 2023 by pastorpstephens

This week my daughter sent me some pictures of our granddaughters as they headed off for the first day of school – they are both in junior high. They were excited to go back and see their friends. I spent … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, faith, God answers prayers, grandchildren, Poem | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, grandchildren, Intercessory Prayer, Poem | Leave a comment

Let Him Increase

Posted on July 28, 2023 by pastorpstephens

I hope you are doing well and feeling healthy and strong in all aspects. I hope that this week you have felt God’s presence and been blessed with the peace of mind that only He can provide. I experienced such … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Draw close to God, faith, John 3:30, quiet time | Tagged Christianity, faith, God's Peace, God's Strength, John 3:30, The peace of God, The presence of God | Leave a comment