“Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.” Psalm 119:133 The journey could have been short, perhaps a few weeks; but it took forty years. God was leading them with a cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. He supplied their every need; but it was never enough for their “we want better” demands. At the first sign of trouble they were…Keep Reading

THOUGHT FOR TODAY, JANUARY 21. 2019: DUPLICITY [Gen 27-29] “Duplicity comes from a Latin word meaning “double” or “twofold,” and its original meaning in English has to do with a kind of deception in which you intentionally hide your true feelings or intentions behind false words or actions. If you are being duplicitous there are two yous: the one you’re showing and the one you’re hiding. And—key to the idea…Keep Reading

“He tried to be a peacemaker.” Acts 7:26 NLT The plane tossed about like a kite in a storm. The crew had confidence but took nothing for granted. Many people depended on this mission, in fact it might save lives; its job was to fly into the eye of the hurricane and measure the strength of the storm. Painted on the side of the sky worn plane was a name,…Keep Reading

“THIS IS A LINK” to Facebook Sunday Services, Live Streaming of Shades of Grace United Methodist Church with Pastor Will Shewey . . . Sharing His Message, Singing and Witnessing Needing to Share and Provide a Multitude of Resources to the last, least, lost, lonely and the forgotten, there is a Donate Button at the Following Link to Shades of Grace United Methodist Church. Click Here for Their Facebook Page…Keep Reading

THOUGHT FOR TODAY, JANUARY 20, 2019: LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON [Gen 25-26] According to Dictionary.com, “This ancient proverb has been stated in English in slightly varying versions since the 1300s.” Abimelech could have uttered these words with great accuracy. Abraham who got into trouble passing Sarah off as his sister in Egypt (Gen 12:10-20), repeated the lie to Abimelech, king of Gerar (Gen 20:1-18). Time marches on Isaac settles in…Keep Reading

Alone He was traveling first class, and even though there were servants at his disposal; he was lonely. Reading the scriptures made him desire a life that he thought would never be. There is a lot of artificial life for a person like him. “How are you doing? – It is soooo good to see you;” the insincere words would come at him like artificial honey; but when it came…Keep Reading

THOUGHT FOR TODAY, JANUARY 19, 2019: ABRAHAM GOT IT WRONG, BUT HE STILL GOT IT RIGHT [Gen 22-24] If we were not so familiar with the narrative, these words would send a chill through our soul: “After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, ‘Abraham!” And he said, ‘Here I am.’ He said, ‘Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land…Keep Reading

Rev. Regina Shelton’s Testimony Nine months ago I became seriously ill. I found myself fighting for my life. Two months later, I was approved to be a candidate for a liver transplant. I was placed on medical leave from the two churches I pastor. I began to look for a place to worship. Shades of Grace had the perfect time for “night owls” 4:00 p.m. This congregation of the United…Keep Reading

Conley’s Prayer Dear God, Thank You for being with me through another day and night. Thank You for answered prayers. And thank You for continuing to love me in spite of myself. Today I am keenly aware of people who need people. That’s right…we all need each other. No man is an island and cannot stand alone. You know, because You created us with a need for fellowship and companionship….Keep Reading

THOUGHT FOR TODAY, JANUARY 18, 2019: ENTERTAINING ANGELS UNAWARES [Gen 19-21] The writer of Hebrews exhorts, “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares” (Heb 13:2). Seizing upon this passage, many find angels behind every unexplainable event. The writer may have had in mind an episode in the life of Lot. What appeared to be three men had visited Abraham at his tent…Keep Reading

It’s me again Lord. Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.” Matthew 9:12 “It’s me again Lord.” How many times have I prayed those words? “I did it again Lord, after I told you that I wouldn’t;” or, “I didn’t do it, after I told you that I would.” Someone once asked me how long does grace extend. I am depending on it…Keep Reading

Rev. Nate and Julie Ware Distractions QUOTED FROM A FACEBOOK POST “R.I.P. United States of America!!! You raised the cost of living so high that both parents are always at work, rather than spending time with their children (single parents stand no chance). You took God out of schools. Parents were told ‘No you can’t discipline your kids’. Well, America, our kids are disrespectful. You shall reap what you sow,…Keep Reading