Rev. Nate and Julie Ware Luke 12:27 Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; and yet I say to you, even Solomon in all his glory was not [a]arrayed like one of these. “The Blooms of Life” It’s an overcast day while the Rose of Sharon blooms happily. How we meet our days are sometimes a matter of a decision to bloom, to smile, witness, laugh…Keep Reading

Matthew 7:12 “In everything do to others as you would have them do to you…” “LABORING” Where is time going? It is Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer. This is the day to honor the ones who labor by the sweat of the brow to make a living; and to pray for the many that have lost their place in the fields of labor. In every community we recognize…Keep Reading

Mark 7:14 “And when he had called all the people unto him, he said unto them, Hearken unto me every one of you, and understand” “Listening to Jesus” “Link to YouTube Video – Listening to Jesus “Link to YouTube Video – I’m Listening

Micah 7:8 “Though I have fallen, I will rise. Though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light.” “The Saving Light” The old lighthouses have been a symbol of faith for many Christians. Pat and I have visited a few of them and it has always been enchanting. Only God knows how many sailors have been directed, saved, and comforted by the faithful towers shining their light during…Keep Reading

Amos 8:1-2 “This is what the Lord GOD showed me: a basket of summer fruit. And he said, “Amos, what do you see?” And I said, “A basket of summer fruit.” Then the LORD said to me, “The end has come upon my people…”” “A Basket of Summer Fruit” It is that time of the year already. School is back in session, Tennessee has won their first football game, the…Keep Reading

Philippians 1:3 “I thank my God every time I remember you.” “TREASURY OF FRIENDS” I think that what makes birthday celebrations so special is that you don’t have to win anything, accomplish one of life’s goals, or do some great work to have them. All that is required is to be born and share your life with amazing people. I do not claim to have lived like Job, but I…Keep Reading

1 Thessalonians 4:13 “Abiding Hope” “…sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.” With Christ there is no hopeless situation. There is not one moment of hopelessness recorded in the life of Jesus; and he has given us an example that we can follow in his steps. Hope is an abiding friend. When everything else is gone the Bible says, “Now abides faith, hope and love.” We know well…Keep Reading

Leviticus 25:35 If one of your brethren becomes poor, and falls into poverty among you, then you shall help him, like a stranger or a sojourner, that he may live with you. “What’s Happening at Shades of Grace” “Link to YouTube Video – Will and Jimmy – WHAT’S HAPPENING AT SHADES OF GRACE “Link to YouTube Video – WAKE UP WITH GOD | Listen To This Before Your Day!

Genesis 32:22-32 “Struggle with Faith” Read Genesis 32:22-32 – Jacob Wrestles with God 22 During the night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two maidservants, and his eleven sons, and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. 23He took them and sent them across the stream, along with all his possessions. 24 So Jacob was left all alone, and there a mand wrestled with him until daybreak. 25…Keep Reading

Genesis 3:17-19 “…cursed is the ground because of you; through toil you will eat of it all the days of your life. Both thorns and thistles it will yield for you, and you will eat the plants of the field. By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread.” “PULLING THE WEEDS” We have been so blessed by many who helped us make our house a home. You…Keep Reading

Luke 6:45 “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good . . .” How many times have you heard “Excuse me, but you’re in my seat.”? These words should NEVER be spoken in a house of worship. Yet, it probably happens in church more than any other place. I’ll be talking about what all this means in regards to a story…Keep Reading

Proverbs 11:25 NKJV “He who waters will also be watered himself.” “WATERING THE KINGDOM” I was watering the flowers when my water hose came apart. Although I was dripping wet, it felt good on a hot summer day. Solomon wrote, “He who waters will also be watered himself.” (Proverbs 11:25 NKJV). This is a principal of Kingdom living, and as it often is, it is opposite our human nature. Many…Keep Reading