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Helper of Mankind
One morning a few years ago, when going for a walk, I happened to notice a boy pulling a wagon. In the wagon was a smaller boy and a bunch of newspapers. As they…
The Beautiful Thing about Commitment
Living for Christ can seem hard, even impractical at times. We tend to focus on what we can do to earn our way to God, rather than accepting His free gift of salvation
Seeking God
Do I desperately seek after God? Prayer: Father, Don’t let me be so easily satisfied; help me pant after you as a deer pants for water.
Complaining in the Wilderness
“Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you.” Philippians 2:14
Get Up and Get Out
As a friend of mine said once, almost nonchalantly, a true Christian is choosing the most dangerous occupation in the world.
The Mission Field Next Door
Lord, Open my eyes that I might see the mission field before me and then give me the conviction and the courage to go into all the world and preach the gospel to all…
One Reason God Doesn’t Give You the Full Picture
One reason God doesn’t give you the full picture of his plans for your life is that you may be overwhelmed by what you see.One reason God doesn’t give you the full picture of…
Power for Living
"I pray that you would not be a prisoner to sin but rather have accepted that promise that was given through faith in Jesus Christ.
God’s Hands
Our lives, our futures, and our plans are in God's hands. This inescapable reality is the basis of our existence. It is also the foundation of our joy and refreshment when we are with…
The God of Hope
What are you struggling with? In what situation do you need hope. overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit (Romans 15:13).
His Gifts and Powers
Today's Thought: I'll be more concerned about being yielded to the moment-by-moment direction and control of God's Holy Spirit than about discovering my spiritual gift(s).
Stand Up – The Power of Words
Words are incredibly powerful. Words can bless or wound deeply. “A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
Learning to Trust
Many people know the hymn, “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.” The melody soothes, the words bring hope. But like many familiar pieces of verse, Louisa Stead’s words can easily slip like quicksilver…
Ambassadors for Christ
To be effective witnesses, and proper ambassadors for Christ, we must possess three qualities (among others)
How Bright is Your Light?
Think of a part of your life that you have kept dim; maybe it’s the side of you that comes out at your child’s sporting events or when you take a night off with…
Be Strong and Courageous
Christians ought to have a courageous spirit so we will glorify the Lord by enduring trials in a heroic manner. If we are fearful and fainthearted, it will dishonour his God.
Prayer at the Worst of Times
If you’re having a rough day today, just open your mouth and tell God one thing you love about him.
The Bible as Fiction?
The Bible is the true and reliable Word of God, written for us that we all might be saved, even the forty-eight percent who consider it to be fiction.
The Plans I Have for You
"I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Embrace the Rain
Is there anything in the circumstances of your life that you are struggling to embrace?