The title of this blog is a statement I say to myself often. When I miss the buss, when I stub my toe, when I’m anxious, impatient, angry, or in a bad spot. I say to myself, “I have nothing to complain about and everything to be grateful for.” Gratitude is a choice. It’s a […]
I have nothing to complain about and everything to be grateful for. Read Post »
👑 In honor of kings day, our Alicante Kids director, Alison, did a special reading of the nativity story. We hope this serves you and your family as we remember Jesus this holiday season.
The Nativity Story, Narrated by Alison Read Post »
Watch as Carlos and Stephen take a step of faith in following Jesus through baptism.
Water Baptism in the Alicante Ocean Read Post »
In this time of the year it is a good practice to pause, reflect, and express gratitude for all who God is and has done. This is commendable and should be the norm. Being continually grateful is biblical and righteous. Often times we view gratitude as a summary blanket for all that has happened in
Graduating From Gratitude Read Post »
Recently I purchased an in-ground basketball goal. It’s always been a dream of mine to have one in my driveway. In-ground goals are strong, firm, and this one had a 152 centimeter, glass backboard. I was ready. After getting the goal on Facebook marketplace, I had my brother-in-law come over to dig a 1 meter
When a mission is prescribed, the aspect of rest does not typically correlate to whatever the mission is. It could be any of the following: Mission and rest rarely, if ever, go together. That is why God’s words to Moses seem so countercutltural in Exodus 33:14, “And he said, ‘My presence will go with you,
I Will Give You Rest Read Post »
Psalm 1:1-2 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked,nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers;2 but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. Movement is often the enemy of intimacy. When attempting to carry on a deep, meaningful relationship with someone, moving your eye sight
A Heavenly Progression Read Post »
Everyone needs a new Genesis. From beginning to end, the Bible is full of geneses–new beginnings that are given by God Himself. To start, He creates matter out of nothing, man from dirt, and women from man. He is a starter, a sustainer, and a finisher of all things. Not only does God create things
