by Joe Paris | Nov 17, 2021 | Daily Devotional
We have all heard or, possibly, even said the statement, “If I just had a little more money, then I would finally be happy!” On some level, we believe the lie that money is the source of happiness. I don’t want to project on you, the reader, so let...
by Joe Paris | Oct 11, 2021 | Daily Devotional
In the fall of 1996, I began taking a driver’s education class at East Peoria High school with coach Dulin. We were horrible drivers. I felt every day in the car with other students would be my last. Coach Dulin had a lot of teaching to do that semester. One of...
by Joe Paris | Sep 8, 2021 | Daily Devotional
What legacy are you leaving behind? When discussing legacy, there is no better example than Jonathan and Sarah Edwards. If you aren’t familiar with their love story, please allow me to share. Jonathan Edwards was born in 1703 and married Sarah Edwards in 1727....
by Joe Paris | Aug 4, 2021 | Daily Devotional
Have you ever experienced a difficult season in your life where God seemed distant and quiet? If you have been a Christian long enough, the answer to that question is a resounding yes. Undoubtedly you can remember the time, place, and situation when it occurred. What...
by Joe Paris | Jun 30, 2021 | Daily Devotional
I am the proud father of two beautiful girls. Lola is 8, Harper is 6, and both have promised me that they are done getting older. I love these girls so much. They are sweet, kind, a little sassy at times, but all-around pretty amazing kids. They rarely do anything...
by Joe Paris | May 26, 2021 | Daily Devotional
Telling people about Jesus might be as simple as showing people how Jesus would act. In the New Testament book of Matthew, Jesus was asked by Philip what God was like. It’s a great question. Philip was curious to know the nature and the characteristics of God....
