Life Lessons from Isaiah

The first chapter of Isaiah holds lessons not just for Judah back in Old Testament times but for us as well. Isaiah 1:1-9 Isaiah reveals the rebellion and wickedness of Judah. According to Isaiah the people had acted corruptly and abandoned the Lord and turned away from Him, verse 4. They were in rebellion against God, verse 5. Each of us needs to examine our own lives and attitudes. In what way are you and I rebelling against God and what will we do to rectify the matter? Isaiah 1:10-15 Isaiah condemns wrong sacrifices and wrong attitudes towards God. Perhaps … Continue reading

Single Parenting Strategies

When you become a new single parent, life will indeed change. While some of the changes might be difficult, others could actually be positive. Surviving single parenting means you need good strategies. For instance, make sure new ground rules are set. Remember, life is going to change somewhat so you could keep many of the same rules but you will also need some new rules. Remember, with just one parent in the home, your time is going to be crunched more than usual. Putting ground rules in place will cut back on confusion and problems. In addition, especially early after … Continue reading