We are blessed to have our life source desiring us to use Him. As branches to The Vine, we are called to produce by abiding in Him.
Author: Frew's Views
Colossians 3:17
Write It Down
There is such a value in remembering where you have been and how far you have come. Write it down! Chronicle your life because it matters!
Don’t Bury Your Talents
God has called us to produce, grow and create. We all have a unique set of giftings, passions and talents, as well as specific areas of influence not accessible to many others. How are you using what God has blessed you with and put in your life to build His kingdom and increase?
F.I.N.E.
Don't be just "fine". Be excellent! Vulnerability is one of the most empowering aspects of our lives. But it also one of the scariest as well. How can you push the boundaries to greatness?
Martha, Martha, Martha
Mary did what was best by sitting at His feet, but Martha did something amazing by creating the space for this to happen. What space are you creating?
Celebrate Good
To spread the Gospel of Jesus, we need to spread good news! How positivity and celebrating the good we see will change your environment.
Save Me From the In-Between
Do you feel like you are stuck? You know your past is behind you and that better things are ahead, but you aren't quite there yet? Take joy, you're in the in-between!
You Can’t Make A Bad Decision
Do you feel bogged down by all the decisions you have to make? Today's writing is about how to free yourself up to make the choices you need to in order to move forward!
Follow Me
"Follow me." (Matthew 4:19, Mark 1:17, Luke 5:11, John 1:43) Two simple words Jesus spoke to twelve men that forever changed their life. "Follow me." He called them out of the ordinary and into His higher purpose. "Follow me." Sometimes we seek God’s will for our lives and forget to seek God's will. Period. He … Continue reading Follow Me
Would They Know?
Recently I began listening to the Bible as I walk, work out, etc. Each year I read through the Bible, but I wanted to try a different approach this time. As I was walking my dog, I turned on the book of Acts and listened to the Word of God. It is truly amazing to … Continue reading Would They Know?
What Is Your Silence Saying?
I have always loved the quote "preach the Gospel at all times, and when necessary, use words." The first time I heard the phrase, it truly resonated with me and I felt a challenge to live a life worthy of the Gospel. My thought process changed and I felt such a responsibility with how I … Continue reading What Is Your Silence Saying?
A Lesson on Grace from Les Miserables
The grace offered to us by the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross is one of the most difficult aspects of Christianity to accept and live under. Often we are trained, or train ourselves, to think and believe we have to be better, work harder to earn God's gifts and His grace. Nothing could be … Continue reading A Lesson on Grace from Les Miserables
“My Life and Money”: Part 3- Where I Go From Here
Responsibility for the Next Generation- What are we going to do? We hear stories of people coming out from the lowest places to do amazing and wonderful things in life. But we also know some people who grew up with a "silver spoon" in their mouth and was just as successful as the person who … Continue reading “My Life and Money”: Part 3- Where I Go From Here
“My Life and Money”: Part 2- How to Get Out
Getting Out: Sacrifice and Vision You have 2 choices when you are stuck in a difficult situation. You can comply or you can challenge. One of the biggest aspects of getting unstuck from an awful situation is to first realize you are stuck in an awful situation. Then second, believe there is a way out. … Continue reading “My Life and Money”: Part 2- How to Get Out
“My Life and Money”: Part 1- Up From the Ashes
A few weekends ago I had the privilege of spending a few days with my dad’s brother and his family in the area they grew up; the Jersey side of Philadelphia. I have heard stories of where they grew up, but those were all just stories to me. It was not easy to picture what … Continue reading “My Life and Money”: Part 1- Up From the Ashes
For Freedom’s Sake
Galatians 5 is a wonderful chapter on a life led by the Spirit. There are challenges and warnings found in this chapter, but the end of the chapter shows us the most excellent way to live by the Spirit and honor Christ. The first passages sets the tone of the importance of living by the … Continue reading For Freedom’s Sake
Your Legacy
"Every man dies. Not every man truly lives." - Braveheart 1995 "Why am I dying to live, if I'm just living to die" - Jonny Lang, Dying to Live: Long Time Coming album 2003 One of the most unfortunate aspects of our lives is that we often get caught up in the daily grind and we … Continue reading Your Legacy
What Are You Doing With Your Life?
I was meeting with a friend a few years ago at a coffeeshop and we were talking about what was happening in our lives, at school and what we were working towards. The conversation was light and we were enjoying the company of one another. But the conversation made a turn and my friend began … Continue reading What Are You Doing With Your Life?
Relevant Evangelism
Evangelism is the reason the Good News of Jesus Christ spread throughout the world. Yes, Jesus’ life was shocking to the culture and challenged the mindset and level of comfort people of faith felt. He was radical and His life changed lives. But what made His influence spread was evangelism. Jerusalem was where Christianity started … Continue reading Relevant Evangelism
Hope to the Hopeless
Hope is a common theme for anyone living life, both Christians and those who believe otherwise. Everyone could use more hope.
The Key To Joy
1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 is a group of tremendous passages summing up the life of a Christ follower. What it means, how it should look, and why it will matter to those in your life. It comes as no surprise that one of the main aspects of this passage is to be thankful, in everything. And … Continue reading The Key To Joy
Be Attractive
Be attractive. Live attractively. Those who lead have this quality in common. They are attractive. People are drawn to them because of qualities and traits they possess and live out. Now, before you think this is a superficial post, hear me out. Being attractive to people is beyond looks. When we are in a leadership … Continue reading Be Attractive
Develop A Successful Prayer Life
I think we have all been in that place where we say we will pray for someone who is struggling, or we say “today” I will spend 30 minutes in uninterrupted prayer. It is all too easy in today’s standard hustle and bustle lifestyle to get distracted, forget and put off this important aspect of … Continue reading Develop A Successful Prayer Life
Give It Your All
Something I have never understood is why people commit to do something and then not give full effort. I know there is a lot of sacrifice of time, energy and money required for most commitments to be accomplished, but why do something if you are not willing to finish and finish well. Attaining your dream … Continue reading Give It Your All
How Are You Bettering Yourself?
In life we are always moving in a direction with our choices and actions. If you have goals set for the year or next years, you are either moving towards accomplishing those goals or you are moving away from them. Not making intentional choices to move towards your goals is setting yourself back. Same thing … Continue reading How Are You Bettering Yourself?