Psalm 62:5 (NIV), “My soul finds rest ín God; my only hope comes from him.” Sleep is a daily reminder from God that we are not God. Were created to rely on Him, to trust ín Him, to run out of steam, to find yourself incapable of doing it all. God builds it,  unless He’s in it, all the laboring is in vain. If you feel worn, it’s a pretty good indication that our infinite God made YOU  finite for a purpose. He is reminding you that resting isn’t just a good idea; it’s His examp

James 5:15 and 16 (TPT), “I they have committed sins they will be forgiven. Confess and acknowledge how you have offend- ed one another and then pray for one another to be instant by healed for tremendous power is released through the passionate, heartfelt prayer of a godly believer.” If we repent totally for our sins then the next step is to confess them to each other so we rid ourselves of that sin, and it will be thrown in the pit of hell and remembered no more. Then we wi

Hebrews 10:25 (TPT) " This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing. In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning."Think of our Church as a charcoal fire. When the coals are close together they burn the brightest and give off amazing glow. Together they do their job. I've noticed how quickly a single coal can lose it's warmth and

Psalm 147:3 “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” He who knows every star by name knows how to heal our wounds, great or small. Have you nursed the ache of a broken heart over everything from arguments, to grief, to the effects of sin? Those are greater wounds than broken bones. By putting Jesus on the cross, the burden of our sin broke the Father’s heart as He placed the penalty for that sin upon the broken body of Christ. This caused Jesus to feel the angu

Isaiah 47:10, Fear not, for I am with you. "Rest in God's nearness! God assures us, promising, "I am with you." He doesn’t promise victory on our terms, safety according to our ideas of comfort, or a timeline that always makes sense, but the Cord is faithful to tell His children that He is near, ever present, and carrying us through our wildernesses. When we are tempted to think such assurance means the way will be easy, sensible, and low risk for us, our savior reminds us th

Isaiah 47:10, Fear not, for I am with you." Rest in God's nearness! God assures us, promising, "I am with you." He doesn't promise victory on our terms, safety according to our ideas of comfort, or a timeline that always makes sense, but the Cord is faithful to tell His children that He is near, ever. present, and carrying us through our wildernesses. When we are tempted to think such assurance means the way wil be easy, sensible, and low risk for us, our savior reminds us th

Proverbs 35.6 (NASB), "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. some of us enjoy a good surprise, but when direction and deci scions are at stake, most of us want to know there's a solid plan that leads us down a straight path. But rarely is it so simple. Today's crossroads aren't meant to highlight our own wisdom or ability to stay on course, but rather to reveal w

Psalm 91:1-2 (NASB), “ He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.  I will say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom   I trust. ’”   Any notion we have of finding comfort and satisfaction in the perfection of our surroundings has simply shown itself for what it is: an idol of the heart that can neither sustain nor deliver.  Are you putting your trust and your worth in your surroundings?  Physical environment was n

Jeremiah 10:23 (TPT), “Now, I know, O YAHWEH, that our destinies are not our own to choose, and it is not in our power to direct our own steps. Correct us, YAHWEH, according to what is right, but go easy on us don’t correct us in your anger, or there would be nothing left of us.   Proverbs 20:24 (TPT), “It is the Lord who directs your life, for each step you take is ordained by God to bring you closer to your destiny. So much of your life, then, remains a mystery! Be careful

Psalm 37:23-24 (TPT), “ When Yahweh delights in how you live your life, He establishes your every step .  If they stumble badly they will still survive, for the Lord lifts them up with His hands .”   Pastor Carl encourages us to hear his story and use it as a step forward in our lives this year.  As we make things right with those we love the most, our families, we will grow and resolve will come not only in our families but our friends and peer groups around us.  As we are m

Welcome to Grace Ministries!   I’ve been unleashed to write today’s column, so here goes…   At the beginning of the New Year, do you ever wonder if this will be the year Jesus returns?  Even though predictions are made (and fail), no one knows except God, of course.  With the current conditions of this world , one thing we do know is we are closer now than we’ve ever been!  The best thing we can do is to be prepared for Jesus’ return!    The new year is a great time to develo

Philrppians 4:0 (NLT), Don t worry about anything: instead, pray about everything. Tell God what vou need. and thank him for all he has done." the end of the year approaches, it's time for reflection, gratítuđe, and hope. The Bíble encourages look back on our journey, reflect on our experiences and relationships, and prepare for new opportunities that a fresh new year ahead can bring. Scriptures will remind us of God's faithfulness throughout the year and inspire us to step f

Third Sunday of Advent: Love I John 4:19, "We love because He first loved us.” John 13:34, “A new command I give you, so must you love one another.” Love is supreme in our daily lives, especially as we wait for the coming of Christ.

Third Sunday of Advent: Love I John 4:19, "We love because He first loved us.” John 13:34, “A new command I give you, so must you love one another.” Love is supreme in our daily lives, especially as we wait for the coming of Christ.

Third Sunday of Advent: Peace   Isaiah 26:3, “ You will keep in peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you .”   Because the season can be hectic, stressful, and chaotic, we need to remind ourselves of the peace that comes from God.  We may need to calm our minds down and focus on what truly matters which will provide us comfort and guide us through the Holiday season.  Peace will bring us into tranquility, with the promise of God’s presence, to the assur

GRACE MINISTRIES’ CHRISTMAS LETTER 2025 Good Morning to each one of you! Theresa and I will sadlv be unable to be with you today forthis special annual occasion. You will be in our thoughts, for sure, today! Romans 8:28 (NLT), “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” Personal Update: For the past two weeks I have watched God working for my good! Every little detail came toge

First Sunday of Advent: Hope Jeremiah 29:111. "For In Know the plans I have for you: declares the Lord plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a future." Hope shines brightly in our lives. As we prepare to celebrate the coming of Jesus, we are reminded of God's promises that bring hope into our hearts. We can rely on these promises to anchor our faith and inspire us to live in expectation of His love and grace. The journey to Christ's birth is a powerful

We ask for prayers of healing for our Pastor. Blogs will be updated in the near future and we pray that your holiday celebrations were blessed.

1 Thess. 5:12-18 (NIV) Paul exhorts us to: 18 “ give thanks in all circumstances ; for this is God’s will for you   in Christ Jesus .” Thanksgiving season naturally moves my attention to giving God thanks for all His goodness to me. In the month of November, we will focus our attention as a congregation on the power and importance of gratefulness. I am absolutely convinced cultivating a grateful heart is crucial to living an abundant life! * One of the most powerful things y

Gal. 4:7 (TPT) “ Now we’re no longer living like slaves under the law, but we enjoy being God’s very own sons and daughters! ” More on “ Who Am I Really ?” next Sunday regarding your true identity according to scripture! GM Fall Season Corporate Church Challenge :   Moving forward together into : Abundant Joy. Abundant Hope. Abundant Faith. Abundant Life in Christ!   Pastor Carl & Theresa