Ontonio

May 08• byOntonio

High Points… Low Points…

“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 We’ve been playing...

Devotionals

May 01• byOntonio

Rejoice Always

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. ~1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Last week...

Devotionals

Apr 24• byOntonio

Oh Lord, I Pray!

Growing up, I never understood why my grand-aunt (who lived with us) would wake up at 5 a.m. every morning to pray (aloud), and read scriptures. I never...

Devotionals

Apr 17• byOntonio

Replacing Fear With Peace.

Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” 22 When he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them,...

Devotionals

Apr 03• byOntonio

Lemons and Disappointments

Now more than ever, I have an aversion to the saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Life has been giving far too many...

Devotionals

Mar 27• byOntonio

Being Still

I spent most of this week wrestling with Psalm 46:10, “Be still and know that I am God.” What does it mean to be still when the world seems to be so...

Devotionals

Mar 20• byOntonio

The Great Pause

When Kadine and I first decided to homeschool, I was ALL-IN. I was so hyped about homeschooling I volunteered to be their principal and their cool art teacher....

Devotionals

Mar 13• byOntonio

Fear Not, I Am With You

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand....

Devotionals

Mar 06• byOntonio

Wilderness Experience

A voice cries out: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be lifted, and every...

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Feb 28• byOntonio

Draw Closer to God

In this season of Lent, we are reminded of how we have been lured from God’s presence to unselfish, uncompassionate living. Modern-day distractions of...