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God Uses Sorrow for Good
Frank often referred to himself proudly as a self-made man. He bragged that in his youth he had been so poor he didn't have two nickels to rub together. Now his real estate holdings…
Inner Strengthening
Knowing that God's unlimited resources make possible the mighty inner strengthening in my life, I shall focus my attention upon Him through reading His inspired Word and obeying His commands.
His Spirit Tells Us
"What is the greatest thing that has ever happened to you since you became a Christian?" The answer invariably has been: "To experience the reality, power, control and fruit of the Holy Spirit."
Examples of His Love
“Little children, let us stop just saying we love people; let us really love them, and show it by our actions” 1 John 3:18
We Hear His Voice
I will ask the Holy Spirit to help me be more sensitive. Especially that I may be sensitive to what He would have me say to those around me who are in need of…
He Will Uphold Us
"Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed. I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will uphold you with My victorious right hand" Isaiah 41:10
Your Source of Strength
The joy of the Lord can indeed be our strength. That joy inevitably will shine on our faces, regardless of circumstances.
Our Great Privilege
If one truth in the Word of God is made abundantly clear, it is this: Repent or perish. We must warn them.
Life’s Greatest Investment
Do you want a safe formula for success? Then recognize and practice the following: Read more....
He Gives Us a New Song to Sing
Would you like to be an instrument of God to cause others to sing praises to Him? Then tell them the glorious things He has done for you and for them, and encourage them…
Trusting Means Safety
"Fear of man is a dangerous trap, but to trust in God means safety" Proverbs 29:25
Blessed are the Merciful
When we do something to glorify God, like giving a cup of cold water in His name, in obedience to His commandments, and with a desire that He should be honored, He will consider…
Peace of Heart
"I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart! And the peace I give isn't fragile like the peace the world gives. So don't be troubled or afraid"
Anything Is Possible
"My doing all depends on thy believing" is what Jesus really said to the desperate father of the demoniac boy. And it is what He says to you and me today.
Perfect Peace
"He will keep in perfect peace all those who trust in Him, whose thoughts turn often to the Lord" Isaiah 26:3 John shared how, during the serious illness and death of his beloved Agnes,…
The Mind of Christ
The Mind of Christ. The first thing I do when I awaken each morning is to kneel before my Lord in humility, meditate upon His attributes, and praise, worship and adore Him.
He Orders Your Steps
Are you looking for direction, for purpose, for meaning to your life? Psalm 37:23 “The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and He delighteth in his way" read on...
Praise Brings Results
One of the greatest lessons I have ever learned about the Christian life is the importance of praise and thanksgiving.
Share His Treasures
The Spirit-filled, obedient, faithful servant of God always knows the reality of God’s faithfulness and does not suffer alone.
A Place of Rest
Why does the average Christian not enter into a place of rest with God - that supernatural life which produces an abundance of fruit? Because he fails to mix the promises of God with…
Set Upon a Rock
When I face grievous troubles, I too will look to the rock, Christ Jesus, and claim His wonderful promises for comfort and strength.
The Bible’s Number One Promise
John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life"
Life’s Greatest Investments
The time to invest your time, talent and treasure for Christ and His kingdom is now. The powerful tide of secular humanism, atheism, materialism, and other anti-God forces us threatening to engulf the world.