Offer bargains to God

https://odb.org/2024/03/13/cries-of-distress Have we ever offered bargains to God when faced with desperate and distressing situations like a depressing medical diagnosis, a financial quagmire, a bleak or uncertain future, or the loss of someone close? We may want to say if you heal me, O Lord, I will do this and do that for you. Jesus,Continue reading “Offer bargains to God”

How long more, O Lord?

https://odb.org/2024/02/20/nothing-happened Today’s post will explore the some times frustrating and anguish wait for the Lord to answer our prayers. It feels like a long wait. We pray and pray, but God appears to be waiting for the right time to intervene when we feel that now is the time. If it’s a miracle or healing,Continue reading “How long more, O Lord?”

Choosing to follow Christ

https://odb.org/2024/01/17/choices-2 In life, we make many decisions. Some decisions are as simple as what will I have for breakfast or brunch this morning. We can choose to have anything we want within reason, but if coupled with discipline, we may only limit ourselves to healthier choices. Less salt, less sugar, less carbs, and more proteinContinue reading “Choosing to follow Christ”