Slow Down and Ask for Direction

Maria I. MorganBlog Archive, Understanding God's Truth

When I slow down enough to focus on the One who made the day and created me, I’m reminded that He stands ready and willing to give me everything I need to finish each task. And He may want to rearrange my schedule in the process to help me see what’s really important.

Priceless (Part 2)

Maria I. MorganBlog Archive, Understanding God's Plan

I want these traits to be evident in my life. I’m sure you do too! Today we’ll see the meekness Jesus displayed throughout His lifetime. Our attention will be drawn to some amazing promises associated with meekness. And because of the work of the Holy Spirit within us, we’ll be reminded that we, too, can exhibit this desirable fruit.

Priceless (Part 1)

Maria I. MorganBlog Archive, Understanding God's Plan

Would others define you as meek? It’s not a word we use every day, and oftentimes we confuse meekness with weakness. Truth is we’d be wise to allow the Holy Spirit to develop this trait in our lives. The dictionary defines the term meek as gentle, tender; free from pride.

Goodness Comes from Christ Alone

Maria I. MorganBlog Archive, Understanding God's Plan

As Christians, we can easily err one of two ways—we either develop a Pharisaical attitude where we begin to feel as if we have it all together and have “arrived” in our faith, so to speak. Or, we live as if we’ve never been changed, as if our old nature still has power over us. In the first example, we focus on performance instead of Christ in us. In the second, we focus on our fight against sin instead of growing our relationship with Christ.

Hang in There! Developing Patience

Maria I. MorganBlog Archive, Understanding God's Character

If you’re like me, you’re still not jumping up and down waiting to be picked for a trial so you can display a longsuffering nature. Am I right?
Today we’ll get a slightly different take on this subject – straight from God’s Word.
I don’t want you to miss the longsuffering nature of our amazing God. Ready? Let’s dive in!