Be Still

But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Matthew 6:6 (NIV)   How often do we wonder whether we’re praying in a way that reaches the ears of...

Be Set Apart

You are to be holy to me because I, the Lord, am holy, and I have set you apart from the nations to be my own.Leviticus 20:26 We are commanded by God to be separated unto Him. How are we supposed to do that? Surely He’s asking for more than just our church and prayer...

STAY IN THE GAME

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.James 1:12  (NIV) How often have we found ourselves in a position where we just wanted to give up?...

New Beginnings

I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.Ezekiel 36:6  (NIV) The name of my blog is Life Happens. Many joyful and positive things happen in our life. I’m writing this blog as I...

MAKE A CAREER OF IT

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.Philippians 3:14   (NIV) A parent’s praise or criticism will have a lasting impact on a child’s self image. Even as we get older, with our own children raised, our...

The Chosen

But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.1 Peter 2:9  (NIV)       I want to give a heartfelt ‘thumbs up’ to the new series...