I have always enjoyed reading the book of Proverbs and collecting wise sayings from various people. These nuggets of truth help to keep me focused on the important things. Here are some wise words to ...  Read More

If God is a loving God, why…?I’ve heard that question so many times! Usually, it is meant to be the ultimate question to discredit God’s character. But is it an honest question?Recently Terri Mulberry...  Read More

Where was God when…We ask that question a lot! After a tragedy. When our prayers are not answered the way we hoped. When we try our best and yet we see others prosper more than we do. When family memb...  Read More

Our Hopewell Network theme for 2023 is Transforming Church and Culture.Sounds like a very noble and spiritual goal, but how do we do this in a way that brings transformation? It probably goes without ...  Read More

There is something about the Christmas season that not only reveals the heart of God, but reveals our hearts as well! The Christmas story reveals God’s values and his generous spirit. Our celebrations...  Read More

Keeping proper track of time is a daily activity that goes back to ancient times. Today there are so many ways for a person to keep track of time. Smartphones, tablets, laptops, and many other devices...  Read More

Psalms 84An elderly man was taking his evening walk. He was enjoying the crisp night air and the sound of the wind blowing through the trees. Suddenly, he heard a little voice calling, "Help me! Help ...  Read More

Summertime is typically the time for vacations. Kids are out of school and summer is a great time for outdoor activities with the family. But sometimes the packing, unpacking and activities with the k...  Read More

Some people will only receive a touch of God through you!  (Acts 3)Some years ago we lived in a town where there was man who sat by himself on a corner of a street about two blocks from where we lived...  Read More

There are many things that hold us back from God’s best for our lives. From serving God with confidence. Or worshipping God more freely. Or taking that step that you know God has for you . . . Jesus m...  Read More

Isa 43:18-19  Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wastela...  Read More

How do you know that Thanksgiving Day is near? Halloween decorations are replaced by Santa Claus scenes!I must confess that I don’t have the same warm fuzzies about Thanksgiving that some people have....  Read More