Forget the conspiracy theories! God gave us the right to vote, and He gave the United States, and all of its citizens, freedom through democracy. – Monica Johnson
Being afraid to tell the truth because of the projected consequences, whatever it may be, shows a lack of faith and an abundance of fear. – Monica Johnson
Singles have goals, responsibilities, deadlines, events, and friends that occupy their time, as well they should. Nonetheless, before any goals are achieved, responsibilities are fulfilled, deadlines are met, events are attended or friends are visited, God’s purpose should be accomplished. – Monica Johnson
No one is guaranteed their next moment, or their next breath; yet, humanity has a habit of thinking of its existence on the earth as eternal. Those who are rooted and grounded in Christ know that life is just a vapor. – Monica Johnson
Writers do draw inspiration from their own lives, which, quite frankly, might be more interesting than fiction. – Monica Johnson
During the holiday season, Christmas specifically, it can be hard to be away from family and friends. – Monica Johnson
God is never on the sidelines of His children’s lives. He goes before them. He leads them, guides them, protects and saves them. – Monica Johnson
There was a time, in the not so distant past, that if you didn’t have what you needed on Thanksgiving, you were pretty much going to have to wait until Friday. Not anymore! – Monica Johnson
Repentance allows God’s mercy to come forth because it recognizes that the sin committed was against God. It also bares contriteness of the heart and the desire to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh so that particular sin will never be repeated. – Monica Johnson
It is obvious that God is looking at the heart when sacrifices are given to Him. He takes no delight in those who give up things for Lent and then act like it’s such a struggle to perform what they said they wanted to do for Him. – Monica Johnson
A nation that turns it back on Christ and God’s words of truth will inevitably regret it. – Monica Johnson
A Christian’s celebration of Christmas should be a lot different from that of nonbelievers. – Monica Johnson
Do you ever think about the fact that Jesus never said a mumbling word? You may have heard that phrase before, but how much have you ever thought about it? – Monica Johnson
Christians are not in bondage to do things as the world does, and moreover, the traditions and rudiments of men are not necessary to honor God. – Monica Johnson
Regret is not a proactive feeling. It is situated in disappointment, sorrow, even remorse. It merely wishes things were different without an act to cause a difference. However, repentance is different. Repentance is an admission of, hatred of, and turning away from sin before God. – Monica Johnson
I’m not going to tell you to meditate on what Christmas really means and be thankful. – Monica Johnson
It seems, by today’s standards, that it’s better to seek approval than to tell the truth. It’s better to utter sweet nothings than to boldly say something of substance. – Monica Johnson
Christian children should be taught at an early age that everything they receive is because of God’s grace and love. They will grow up more appreciative and begin to understand that they, too, must have a relationship with Christ. Christian children should also be taught how to give. – Monica Johnson
As you submit to God more and more, you will get accustomed to being nourished by the power of truth. He is so holy that He cannot lie. God reveals His truth to His people through the Holy Spirit. – Monica Johnson
Whenever I left New York, the Twin Towers welcomed me back in. It was a symbol of my city – the most unique city in the world, so when I moved to Virginia and later to Maryland, it meant even more. – Monica Johnson
God has given His children a love that is so great in Christ that the world can’t touch it with chocolates, roses, or diamonds. – Monica Johnson
It’s a shame that so many people are so intimidated and bothered by Tim Tebow’s stance as a Christian. He’s not bothering anybody. He’s simply being who He is and giving all glory to His Lord. – Monica Johnson
No holiday, no job, no amount of money, not even my own security can mean more to me than my love for God. – Monica Johnson