3rdsthoughts

Have you ever said or heard the following statement? "I'm going to come to God, I just need to clean myself up first." Well, ladies and gentlemen God's Word says that we can't and even better we don't have to! Let's listen to Titus 3:3-8 today and be encouraged.

Do you ever feel as though you are too far gone for God? There is hope and it is near. Click play to listen

Today's encouragement comes from Colossians 4:6... Let's chat!

Hello, today we will be discussing the joys of contentment. Do you ever find yourself discontent with your life in comparison to the lives of those around you? If so, I want you to take a listen to this encouraging message as we open God's word to Proverbs Chapter 30 verses 8 - 9. Let's chat!

Today, we will look at salvation through the lens of the life of Mother Mary. If we look closely with an open heart we can see God's gift of grace through this woman's humble life. Let's chat!

Today, we will dive into The Gospel according St. John chapter 4. We will discuss how God can use our small contributions to bring about big change and the lives of others. Let's chat!

The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Today we will review The Gospel According to St John chapter 14:1 and see "Let not your heart be troubled" afresh! Let's chat.

Do you ever feel alone? Do you ever feel misunderstood? Well, today we will take a look into God's word from the perspective of Judas while also looking at Genesis 16: 13 and experience the God who sees us. Let's chat!

Reaching out is often one of the most difficult things that we can do in this life. It often requires us to humble ourselves and reach out for help in acknowledgement of our mistakes. Join me today as we discuss this topic in contrast to 1 Corinthians 16: 23-24!

We see so much commotion in the world, but are we crying out to the right person? Let's discuss this today from 2 Chronicles 7:14 & Matthew 9:37-38. I'm fired up!

We live in a world with too many unrealistic expectations. Today, we will discuss a topic that deals with how to be more compassionate not just with others but also ourselves from the perspective of Proverbs Chapter 3. Let's chat!

In life its important to not engage in negative discussions as that has a way of spilling into ourselves. Let's see what the Holy Bible says in 1 Thessalonians 4:11 about today's topic.

Hello, what does the Gospel mean to you? Do you know what it is? Do you want to know? Let's talk! The Scripture for this episode comes from (Romans 5:8).

Today's thought comes from Pslams 23. Your emotions are not handicaps. You are not a robot. You have tears and its okay to let them out no matter who you are. Let's talk about it!

Matthew 16 The Lord Jesus asks: "Who do people say I am? Who do you say I am?" Do you ever ask these questions about yourself? Let's chat!

Did you know that God's love for you is never over? If you didn't know, it's important that you do. So, click play and let's take a look at Romans 10:9-13 to experience God's eternal love!

Greetings, today we continue in this journey of faith as we embrace the topic of "Wins and Losses" from a spiritual perspective. Our scripture reading will be from the book of 2 Corinthians 2:14 as the focus of our discussion. May God bless you!

Going the extra mile is always worth it. Walk with me as we unpack Luke 5:17-26 and also Hebrews 12:11 through the lens of everyday life situations. If we are willing to go the extra mile, I believe we will see extraordinary things today!

Isaiah 39:5-6 teaches us how we shouldn't view legacy and security. Today, let us ponder these words and see their relevance in modern day, particularly our own lives. Let's discuss!

Are you declaring thumb war with those Twitter fingers of yours? Have you considered the ramifications of speaking without considering others feelings? I've missed the mark too. Let's discuss a better way!

In 2 Timothy 4:7-8, the Apostle Paul tells the reader that he has "fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith." Today, we ask ourselves as it pertains to our purpose "what am I waiting for?" Let's talk!

Listen in as we discuss encouragement as it pertains to Hebrews 10:24-25. We need encouragement everyday especially as we see the Day drawing near! (Click Play)

Is there someone in your life that does not affirm or encourage you? Do you consider them your hater? Could it be that you are confusing hatred with a God provided lesson in sanctification? Click play and let's dive into this discussion!

It's easy to forget the blessings we have in the midst of pain or life difficulties. Are we truly appreciative? Let's find out today!

Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. Scripture for today: Judges 16:28-31. May you be well!

Are you grateful for anything? Or, are you struggling to find gratitude in your day to day. I hope this encourages you. [Scriptures: Colossians 3:15, Psalm 8:4-8, & Psalm 138:8]

Today we ponder the question of who we want to live as, an influencer who doesn't follow trends but instead sets them or merely a follower, not living out our God-given purpose?

In a world of disharmony and misinformation, may we find encouragement from God's Word (Proverbs 3:3) to not allow evil to overcome good!

Matthew 28:19-20

Micah 6:8 gives us clear direction if we want to know what we can do in this current age in time. Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with your God.

With so much going on in our world both collectively and individually, there is an appropriate response to our lived experience... Do Whatsoever He Says! (John 2:1-5 & Matthew 5:43-48)

As we see a rise in gun violence across the world, a disturbing number of the victims are young children. As we see and hear of violence of any kind against children, may prayer and compassion be our response to this senseless evil.

You and I are not special cases. We all fall short. Let's find encouragement in God and His Holy Word so that we can get up and get back to "work".

Remember your word to your servant, in which you have made me hope. This is my comfort in my affliction.

God is still working just as when things are going good he's working he's also working when things are looking bad.

Don't give up on hope. Creation is counting on you.

As we see from Mother Mary, we are called as servants of God to do whatever the Lord says.

In 2 Chronicles 15:4 we find that if we turn to the Lord and seek Him, then we will be found by Him. In an ever changing world, may we seek God and not the temporary things of this life that easily turn us away from Him.

It's easy to become overwhelmed by the tragedies in the world around us and the circumstances of home. But, there is hope in Christ Jesus the Lord!