Tag Archives: faith

Mama’s Rocking Chair

Posted on November 24, 2022 by pastorpstephens

I have a good friend who lost their grandmother yesterday. I woke up early praying for her and others who I know are grieving the loss of loved ones today. On such occasions, I generally try to express some of … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Thankful, Christianity, Dealing with grief, Draw close to God, final memories, God's comfort, Grief, Poem, poetry | Tagged Dealing with Grief, faith, God will help you, Grief, Poem, poetry, Praying for Others, religion, Song, Thanksgiving | Leave a comment

The Lord is Good

Posted on November 12, 2022 by pastorpstephens

In our chapel class this week we have been looking at some passages from Psalm 86 and talking about the goodness and mercy of the Lord. As our group has spoken about which verses in this psalm resonate with them, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Draw close to God, Faith during hard times, God will help you, God's comfort, Psalm 86:5, Psalm 86:7 | Tagged Christianity, faith, God will help you, God's comfort, God's Strength, never forsaken, prayer, Psalm 86:5, Psalm 86:7 | Leave a comment

A Time for Everything

Posted on November 5, 2022 by pastorpstephens

Today, we get to celebrate the birthday of our 3-year-old grandson Theo. Theo is a wonderful grandson, I love to hear him laugh, see him smile, and zoom around the house with his favorite toys. Usually, he is doing all … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Blessed, Being Thankful, Christianity, faith, God loves you | Tagged Christianity, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Ecclesiastes 3:11, faith, God, God has a plan for you, grandchildren, inspirational, joy, religion | Leave a comment

Moving Forward

Posted on September 24, 2022 by pastorpstephens

I took a walk across an iron bridge at our chaplains’ conference this week which sits high above the Texas hill country. As you walk across the bridge, you can look out and behold some beautiful scenery of God’s creation. … Continue reading →

Posted in chaplaincy, chaplaincy training program, Christianity, Don't give up, Draw close to God, faith, God has a plan for you, God will help you, Matthew 14:22-23 | Tagged chaplaincy, chaplaincy training program, Christianity, faith, Faith during hard times, God will help you, Matthew 14:22-23, Move forward | Leave a comment

Take the First Step and Then Press On

Posted on September 15, 2022 by pastorpstephens

In our chapel class this week we have been talking about goals and challenges and how God can equip us and empower us to reach the goals and plans He has for us. There are lots of good quotes which … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Do Your Best, Don't stop, faith, Philippians 4:13 | Tagged Christianity, faith, Jesus Saves, Philippians 4:13, Press On, Take the first step | Leave a comment

Living with Purpose

Posted on August 12, 2022 by pastorpstephens

What Should I Do? A man woke up one morning and as he lay in bed, A certain question kept running through his head, “If everyone has a purpose as some say we do, Then what is mine? I haven’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Do Your Best, encouraging others, Ephesians 4:32, faith, Filled with Grace, God's comfort, Poem, poetry | Tagged Ephesians 4:32, faith, God has a plan for you, God's Love, God's Strength, Poem, poetry, purpose, spiritual growth | Leave a comment

Stay on Track

Posted on August 5, 2022 by pastorpstephens

I love the wisdom and truth of Psalm 37, especially verses 3 and 4. The psalm begins with a reminder not to fret over wrongdoers. Do not let someone who is determined to act wrong rob you of your peace. … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundant life, Christianity, Church, Don't give up, faith, God will help you, Psalm 37:3-4 | Tagged Christianity, do good, faith, God has a plan for you, God will help you, God's Strength, good advice, Psalm 37:3-4, trust in the Lord | Leave a comment

A Sad Song

Posted on May 25, 2022 by pastorpstephens

In the wake of the tragic and senseless loss of life yesterday in Uvalde, I have been overwhelmed by various emotions – sorrow and sadness and anger and outrage. There is so much that needs to be done, so much … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouragement, faith, Faith during hard times, Grief, Grieving Together, Poem, poetry | Tagged Dealing with Grief, faith, Faith during hard times, Grief, Loss of Life, Uvalde | Leave a comment

Loving Others

Posted on May 1, 2022 by pastorpstephens

In our chapel services this week, one of our focuses has been on the way we treat other people and the instruction to love our neighbors as ourselves. During our discussion time, we have explored several bible verses which encourage … Continue reading →

Posted in Be kind tenderhearted, Christianity, Church, Ephesians 4:31, Ephesians 4:32 | Tagged Be kind tenderhearted, Christianity, Don't be angry, faith, God's Love, love one another | Leave a comment

As I Prayed

Posted on April 8, 2022 by pastorpstephens

This week, a group of friends and I went on a prayer and meditation walk in a local church garden. After a time of much prayer, I started noticing and really appreciating all of the beautiful things around me. … Continue reading →

Posted in Choose to be happy, Christianity, Church, Filled with Grace, Poem, poetry, prayer, Seeing God's Beauty | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God's Peace, inspirational, Poem, poetry, prayer, Seeing God's Beauty | Leave a comment