True change begins when you allow God the control He needs to change your character, for He will not violate your free will.
Read MoreThe first characteristic of a prayer God answers is that is involves a specific request. By asking, we demonstrate our dependence on God, and that pleases Him.
Read MoreToday’s text presents a clear picture of the true fast. Rather than focusing on not eating, it emphasizes heightened concern for others.
Read MoreThink of all the miracles Jesus did while He was on earth. All those people that He healed and even resurrected—every one of them—ended up dying eventually.
Read MoreA factor that contributed to the children of Israel’s wandering in the desert for four decades was their desperately negative attitude. Each time they complained, murmured, and disobeyed, God would in effect say, “Another round.”
Read MoreWitnessing is like salt. An appropriate amount in food enhances the taste, but too much can overwhelm the taste buds and produce outright rejection.
Read MoreThe apostles put it well when they said it was necessary to obey God, rather than human beings. Obedience is not based on votes, surveys, or popular opinion. It always must be based on “Thus says the LORD.”
Read MoreHere’s some good counsel regarding relationships: In the essentials, unity; in the non-essentials, liberty; in everything, love.
Read MoreWe need to be healed because we have real wounds. Whatever the causes, we’re still wounded. It’s dangerous to overstate the seriousness of those wounds, but it’s equally dangerous to ignore or minimize them. Your wounds are real.
Read MoreA sad reality is that although God loves the whole world, the whole world does not know it or understand it. In a love-impoverished world, it is our privilege to tell others of the breadth, height, depth, and extent of God’s love.
Read MoreIt seems that there is a shortage of joy. Outside of ourselves, we see many tribulations and problems. But the joy of the Lord focuses us on God and His power.
Read MoreOne of the most terrible consequences of sin is sickness, and this is why Jesus came to earth to redeem us. Not only does He care about our spiritual wellbeing, He wants us to be healthy in every area of life.
Read MoreSometimes God asks us to share our faith in situations and places that appear unfavorable. If God is asking this of you, do it. Leave the results up to Him. He has big plans for you!
Read MoreNothing can separate you from the love of God. Sometimes the devil brings situations that may seem to separate us from God’s love. But remember that worry doesn’t solve anything. God does.
Read MoreNot only is staying connected a blessing to us, others also see the fruit that God produces in us and can be inspired to get connected as well.
Read MoreAs you spend more time in His presence, you will come to know more about what He wants for your life. Take the time you need to know God. Ask Him to reveal Himself to you, and He will.
Read MoreThe world tries to imitate God’s peace, and that’s what it gets: imitations. It’s only temporary; for only a moment. Imitations are never the same as the original.
Read MoreOur message is not one of only words. It is a real, living message that begins with each of us. We cannot be negative people giving a positive message. Remember, before it can be good news for others, the message must be good news for you!
Read MoreThose who open their hands receive. But those who open their hands also give. The person God blesses keeps his or her hands open.
Read MoreThe Bible shows a picture of God searching for His lost children, trying to restore His relationship with them. He is sometimes ignored, sometimes forgotten, but that doesn’t stop His love towards us.
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