April 26, 2020
In the Face of Adversity
Paul’s strength did not come from self-confidence but from confidence in God’s power. He stood in Jesus’ righteousness.
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April 23, 2020
Heart Proofs
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord, so I may know you and hear what you have to say to me. I desire to do what you have called me to do in your strength so that your will would be accomplished in my life. Amen.
Read more..April 22, 2020
Building Others Up
The goal in Christian communication is not just clarity. Neither is the goal just to be understood. The goal is not even just to be truthful. The goal is to be appropriate, encouraging, and uplifting to others based on the needs of that other person.
Read more..April 5, 2020
Shine Like the Sun
May we never underestimate the power of a glowing face that stems from time spent with God.
Read more..March 29, 2020
The Moments That Sustain Us
When life falls apart, what do you do? All of us face hard circumstances—and some of these are very painful situations that last a long time. Unless we have a purposeful focus, joy can fade and hope may seem unattainable.
Read more..March 15, 2020
Love Abiding
As believers living in a confused culture, we need to know how to express and reflect love, and to experience its abiding joy. Jesus, in his concluding chat with his disciples, defines abiding love and its related affect.
Read more..March 13, 2020
Beauty out of Brokenness
Jesus, patiently, with His unfailing love, tells us, “I have come for people to have life and have it until it overflows” (John 10:10). Sometimes when we choose not to believe Him, ...
Read more..March 9, 2020
Jesus Understands
But Jesus, who also was once alone—UNDERSTANDS our loneliness. I imagine Him listening. I picture His eyes misting and a pierced hand brushing away a tear. He understands!
Read more..March 9, 2020
Healing Words from a Dialogue with God
John Piper says, "God is most glorified in us, when we are most satisfied in Him." Will you find your well of satisfaction, your fountain of life, in Him?
Read more..March 6, 2020
He Fulfills God’s Promises
Do you claim God's promises so that you can live a supernatural life? "Jesus Christ, the Son of God--isn't one to say 'yes' when he means 'no'. He always does exactly what He says. He carries out and fulfills all of God's promises," 2 Corinthians 1:19
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