FAITH BLOG

Hidden Treasure In Forgiveness
A healing within leading to transformation of the heart.
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13 NIV)

Working Together Well
RELATIONAL SUPPORT
Importance of Working Together Well
“But Ruth replied, “Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.” (Ruth 1:16 NIV)

God’s Patented Purpose
Do you often focus too much on your flaws and weaknesses?
What if you shifted your attention to your strengths, recognizing they serve a purpose?


Don’t Be a Doormat: Part 2
Healthy Boundaries to Stop People-Pleasing
“Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people,” (Ephesians 6:6-7 NIV)”

Don’t Be a Doormat: Part 1
Problems with people-pleasing
“When Moses approached the camp and saw the calf and the dancing, his anger burned and he threw the tablets out of his hands, breaking them to pieces at the foot of the mountain” (Exodus 32:19 NIV).


Together Bonded by Faith
Helping each other through mentorship.
“The student is not above the teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like their teacher.” (Luke 6:40 NIV)

Where Identity Begins
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession” (1 Peter 2:9 NIV)
Identity isn’t just a label; it is the essence of who we are. It is the tapestry woven from our experiences, beliefs, and connections. But where it begins is the foundation of our unique selves.



HOPE, JOY, AND PEACE
Faith inspires a hopeful anticipation of the fulfillment yet to come.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
(Romans 15:13 NIV)

Hope In Homelessness
“…but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.” Luke 9:58 (NIV)
Picture taken by Lisa Stenger (Lisa’s wood burned keychain)
Lay Down Your Load
What areas of your past do you carry with you in life?
Lake Chaplain, New York (Mount Defiance) Photo taken by Lisa Stenger

Beloved Friend
The unwavering love and heartfelt encouragement of friends.
2 Timothy 1:3 - “I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day.”

Feeling Overwhelmed? Discover the Power of God
Limited by human weakness, transformed by Jesus.
2 Corinthians 12:1-10
Valley View Chapel, Ticonderoga, New York (Built in 1901) Picture taken by Lisa Stenger.

Spiritual Birthday
“…I have come that they may have life and have it more abundantly.” John 10:10
Picture taken by Lisa Stenger: Tract signed by employer who witnessed and shared the message of salvation.

YOUTH STRUGGLES
Building Relationships: Finding Hope in God's Love
Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”


Peace Blessing
“Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble.” Psalm 119:165