What comes to your mind when you think about God? It is easy to have a wrong perception of our heavenly Father because of the parental and authority figures we’ve had in our life—this is why it is critical that we understand our Heavenly Father’s character so that we can draw near to Him in love!
Read MoreHave you ever looked for a sign to guide you in your decision making? Rather than looking for things on Earth to guide us, let's seek the face of God.
Read MoreThe essence of love is meeting needs, and our most important assignment from God is to meet the needs of those who are closest to us.
Read MoreAre there situations in your past that have caused you to believe lies about yourself? If so, acknowledging them is the first step to being free from them. Until you deal with what is keeping you from believing God’s truth about yourself, you will stay stuck in the pit.
Read MoreOn occasion, people question the need to go on mission trips when there are plenty of needs here at home. Let’s look at 5 reasons why it is important to reach out with the love, truth, and hope of Jesus.
Read MoreSatan has no basis for accusing those who are clothed in Christ’s righteousness. He cannot decide a verdict or pronounce a sentence. His accusations are groundless because of God’s ultimate power.
Read MoreAs we submit to God and His Sovereign plan, we should not be surprised when we face trials. We learn what is ours to carry and who we can trust to help us carry what is too heavy.
Read MoreFear of man is the primary reason why we often fail to share our faith. It is an irrational fear, because it is not based in truth. The truth is we are called to be witnesses, and those who are lost need to know the truth that will save them.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what the difference is between Christian counseling and discipleship? Dr. Anderson has experience with both, and his insights into each have a common denominator: good theology. Let’s dive in!
Read MoreDoes God judge or condemn us when we sin or make a mistake—when we feel like failures? While God does discipline us and allow us to suffer the natural consequences of our sin, He does not penalize us for our sin. Remember: there is a clear difference between punishment and discipline: one leads to death; the other leads to life.
Read MoreIt's not the idea that you merely "believe" that counts; it's what or who you believe in that counts. Everybody believes in something, and everybody walks by faith according to what he or she believes. But if what you believe isn't true, then how you live won't be right.
Read MoreEven though God may do radically different things in and through our lives than what we would plan, He is always accomplishing His purpose. Nothing is wasted; nothing in vain. Whatever is unclear or uncertain in your life, go to God with it.
Read MoreApart from God, humans are no match for the power of sin and consequently come under its bondage. We have the choice of living according to the flesh or living according to the Spirit.
Read MoreDo you ever feel insecure or helpless? We must remember that God is for us—even in our difficult situations, whether they be mental, physical, or spiritual. When you rely on Him, the Holy Spirit provides wisdom and power to accomplish His purposes for your life.
Read MoreDo you feel like you have to accomplish something by working hard in order to establish your worth? No matter what your work is or how it looks on the outside, you have been given worth and a significant responsibility to fulfill.
Read MoreAmid disappointment and discontentment over the last year and half, it’s easy to settle into unhappiness. However, when our eyes our on Christ He will be our joy. The point is not to deny the negative emotions we feel. Instead, we acknowledge them and bring them before the Lord, asking Him to use our feelings to reveal what is going on in our heart.
Read MoreMental illness is real, just like a physical illness. Let’s take a look at tough questions surrounding mental illness and depression from a Christian perspective.
Read MoreLet’s challenge our understanding of depression’s seriousness and seek the Lord more desperately and intentionally for lasting solutions. Even if we have not suffered from depression, may we be faithful to reach out compassionately to those who suffer daily from its effects.
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