We oftentimes search for God frantically amid the storm, when troubles blow hard and the fires of adversity surround us. Yet, God is speaking to us in His own quiet way, and we are missing the message.

Having worked in hospice setting for a number of years and being at the bedside of those who only had a few months and then days left to live, I have come to believe that if we knew definitely that our time was limited, we would look at the world with different eyes. We would suddenly begin to see things more clearly.

Want to try a centuries-old practice to evoke a generosity of the heart towards others? Use this meditation on loving-kindness.

I believe that we all can live forever if we believe in Gods word and apply it to our daily existence. We can no longer as Christians live our lives next to the life stile of the un-believers.

I recently just had 4 new tires put on my mini van but soon afterwards, I noticed the front passenger tire kept losing air. Each time air was added to it, it would soon leak out again. This was a call for action, time to take it back to the garage and let them tell me what I didn't want to hear. I had run over a tiny nail somewhere and now my tire was no longer good as new. But, after a small plug was inserted it is now back to it's original state, holding air and just like new again. I realized this is alot like our Christian walk. Is yours leaking?

The story of Cain and Abel stands very close to 21st century man. For who cannot be exposed to the prevalence of murderous crimes existing in our society and world without occasionally reflecting back upon the first murder?

The truth revealed as we read about Hazael also reminds us of David who became so angry and indignant when he heard about the awful behaviors of a rich person described to him by Nathan.

Man is extensively ignorant of the evil that lurks within. We are not cognizant of all the dirt and filth and meanness that reside in our hearts; the supreme deceiver.

What matters most is our trust and obedience in God Almighty.

when life isn’t fair, disappoints arise and things don’t seem to make any sense remember Jesus is our comforter

Vanity - it’s easy to mask, easy to forget, and easy to justify. We hide it behind dignity and poise. The sins connected to this weakness aren't quite as severe as those associated with pride, gluttony, and lust. But it can eventually lead up to some serious problems. And it can keep us from becoming an instrument of Christ...

Although your creative ability and talent is something that God has given TO you, it’s primary purpose is not meant FOR YOU only. God’s purpose for your gift is to be a benefit or solution for someone else who needs it.

It's not easy to face old habits to change. Most of us don't do it until we are up against the wall. But once we do, we realize the rewards are will worth the pain.

Is guilt necessary? Is it useful? Is it even a normal human emotion? Many feel this ugly emotion to be an unwelcome intruder which undermines their self worth and self esteem. Do you want to begin to release it forever thereby reclaiming your rightful experience as a Divine Being in your own physical body?

That we must live with imperfections is a fact of life that cannot be denied. We must come to terms with the silent and perennial truth that the field of human life will always consist of the good, the bad and the ugly coexisting together.

A brief study of King Herod's slaughter of the young boy sin Bethlehem in Matthew 2:16-18

How many of us rush blindly through our days, fall into bed exhausted, and wake up the next morning to do it all over again? For many of us, our lives are composed of millions of meaningless moments, all strung together -- perhaps with a sprinkling of sacred moments mixed in. Why do we wait for major events to honor these moments? Why can't every day be sacred?

There are physical symptoms of both acute and chronic stress. Find out how to differentiate between the two and what are the common symptoms. The article also suggests some ways to deal with these types of stress.

Symptoms of illness are a way of telling us that something isn't right. When this applies to stress it is effectively the body's call to change how we doing things or find an outlet for the stress. This article discusses some stress related illnesses and how to deal with them.

Energy Biofeedback is proving to be a new and powerful approach to reversing the adrenal fatigue that comes with chronic stress.

Time is the modern man's curse. In order to stay at the top of the food chain, you have to be competitive. You have to thrive in challenges, which would also inadvertently mean that you have to function pretty much like a robot. So that means you have to act indifferently even in the face of crisis. You should be arbitrary when it comes to decision-making. You should be professional.

In said state of skillful yielding an overwhelming joy comes upon you. If one trait above all others presents, (and it will) it is constant laughter. During times of stress freedom I have noticed that every thing becomes funny. The constant bombardment of thought becomes - funny; spilled milk funny; the sleepy egocentric unconscious reactions of others-riotous.

A crisis is a window of opportunity for spiritual growth. You don’t need to be a social worker or counsellor to assist someone in need!