Prayer Changes You
How many times have you asked God to change someone or something around you? Maybe it’s your husband’s bad habits. Or a parent’s abuse. How about a co-worker’s verbal attacks? Perhaps a teacher’s hard…
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Pain Filled Morning
Friend, maybe you, like Gracie, need to be lovingly reminded of God’s purpose for your life. If you’ve turned your heart over to Jesus, God promises that you are purposed, planned, loved and guided…
Hospitali-TEA
Friends, God wants to use you. Explore the desires and gifts He’s given you. Discover ways God can use you to reach others in His name. Investing your life in this way will yield…
Words in Silence
“O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before You and wait in expectation. Psalm 5
One of Those Days
So the next time you have one of those days, try this. Instead of wondering “why”, with Job you can say, “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.” Not only when good…
Sorrowful to Thankful
"Thank you, God, that you comfort me through your Word. When my heart longs to have my son again, You comfort me I am so, so grateful."
Witnessing that Can’t Fail
Sometimes, it's hard to know what other people need. But here's one thing I can assure you: your neighbor needs a word of encouragement.
The Curmudgeon
Friend, listen to God’s still small voice. Be God’s sunshine in your neighborhood!
Finding Treasure
Pause, stop and focus on God's Word. The real treasure we enjoy is the wisdom that comes from knowing Christ and meditating on His Word.
Godly Defense 101
Dear friend, are you prepared for the battles ahead? The enemy is preparing his troops and he wants to win.
Approachable
Friend, be friendly - and listen. God will use you to reach others for Christ! You need to be easy to talk to, friendly, and a good listener. They are great qualities to draw…
Unselfish Choices
“By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 13:35
Self-Righteousness
Self-righteous. Friend, there’s no “earning” God’s favor.Admit you’re wrong and ask for His mercy. Luke 14:11 “For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Costly Conversion
The story of what it cost one young man when he decided to follow Jesus. What are you willing to sacrifice for your faith in Jesus?
Radical Life Change
“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is
First Commandment
Have you read the Ten Commandments recently? Jesus said the first one is the greatest.
Why Am I Here?
Be assured, dear one…God is committed to your development. Pray for God’s direction and guidance. Think about your spiritual gifts and skills. Observe God at work in your life, and allow him to shape you…
Seeing Others Needs
“Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.” 1 Peter 3:8
Encouragement Goes a Long Way
“Learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless,
6th Commandment
“For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it