Recently I chatted with experts in listening attentively and empathetically to callers who suffer from depression, loneliness, or various life hang-ups. I asked, “What does it mean to listen to God? More than that, how do we listen to God?” The responses came quickly:
Read more..“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.” John 15:4 People try so hard in life — to change, to be successful, to impress others, to stay in control. Many feel like they never measure up; they are disappointed in themselves.
Read more..Worldly wisdom amounts to nothing in the eyes of our omniscient, all-wise Father (1 Corinthians 1:20), and He expects His children to request and follow His guidance.
Read more..The likes of Noah, Abraham and Paul, himself, are counting on you. You've got the baton now, and they can't receive the prize they fought so hard for until you finish.
Read more..Church Oak doors—designed for welcome—often become a barrier instead of an entrance. Street people with their backpacks and homeless teens roam the streets regularly pass those doors.
Read more..Has God permitted a time of darkness in your world? But be assured, God has a pattern. He has a plan. He is not finished.
Read more..What verse do you turn to when life feels like a battle? Check out these 8 verses. “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”
Read more..Are we finding ways to serve others throughout our week?Are we finding ways to help or bless them?
Read more..God calls every believer to embrace Kingdom greatness. As I continue to immerse myself in Jesus’ words and character, I realize that salvation is only the spark to the flame of our intimate and eternal relationship with God. Yes, Jesus saved us from sin, but more importantly, He saved us to serve
Read more..As a believer, your faith is not based upon your opinion, but upon the truth of God.
Read more..Jesus says the merciful are shown mercy. Forgiving others allows us to see how God has forgiven us.
Read more..How do you keep doing for others in the midst of chaos in your own life? Jesus withdrew to be alone after hearing that his cousin, John the Baptist, was beheaded.
Read more..Think about an area in life that may be enslaving you. Have a problem with lying incessantly? Negative attitude? Harsh words? Whatever it may be, honestly ask Christ to help you defeat these sins so you can be free.
Read more..Heartache and pain is part of life. It can either bring us closer to the One who can transform the difficulties of life into fruit, or it can make us bitter, angry, and full of resentment.
Read more..God is waiting to show us His love in all of its fullness - in our joy and in our sorrow. Sometimes we are just too busy to recognize Him. There is nothing more significant I could wish and pray for you than that you would take the time to recognize the “Sacred Romance” in your life.
Read more..No one has to remind you of the high cost of anxiety. (But I will anyway). Worry divides the mind. Anxiety is an expensive habit. Of course, it might be worth the cost if it worked. But it doesn’t. Our frets are futile.
Read more..Ecclesiastes 5:10 reminds us that “Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income….” The trap is wealth.
Read more..When was the last time you cried for help using the name of Jesus? I need to be reminded of the power of the name of Jesus. How about you?
Read more..Illustration: At the age of 24, I faced an unexpected crisis as I developed a serious problem on my spine that needed surgery. I spent 25 days in hospital...
Read more.."I leaped from my chair in excitement when I realized that God loves me as much as He loves His only begotten Son!"
Read more..Everyday letters come to this website from those of you walking through complex, confusing, and even tragic things that have unexpectedly imposed themselves on lives with little or no warning.
Read more..I just can't get enough of the view of the mountain. Like God, even though I don't see it all the time it is still there in all its' splendour.
Read more..have you ever heard about a mountain moving a person? That is exactly what happened recently to a woman we will call Sarah.
Read more..How can we make a time of waiting more tolerable, even fruitful? “I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I put my hope.”Psalm 130: 5
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