There is nothing that God has not anticipated or seen coming; nothing He can’t handle. if you’re reading this, God is not finished with you! What new thing does God want to do in this year? It won’t be based on self-effort. Rather, on your faith in what Jesus has accomplished. Greater things are still to come!
Read MoreHave you ever fallen into the trap of legalism, following rules and jumping through hoops in hopes of deepening your relationship with Christ? There is Freedom! Jesus died once for all our sin and now is our advocate before our heavenly Father.
Read MoreHonest and open dialogue after disobedience is a powerful means of discipline.
Read MoreHow do you express to the Lord your wonder at who He is along with your excitement that He has come and is coming again? This Christmas, spend time renewing your passion by worshipping our Messiah, the Risen Savior, who has known us and loved us from before time began.
Read MoreChristmas is supposed to be a season of joy, right? So what do you do when life is heavy and all you can feel is despair and weariness? Let’s look to Jesus. There is hope.
Read MoreOur heavenly Father is a Giver. He provides everything we need. We can count on Him to take care of us because, “He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.” (2 Timothy 2:13b) As His followers, we are called to reflect His giving heart to those around us.
Read MoreLet’s look at a powerful prayer of one man and ask God develop in us the perseverance and faithfulness to pursue His goal for our lives even in the face of rejection.
Read MoreAt Christmastime, we often remember how blessed we are by God, and how He has protected us and provided for us in so many ways that allows us to shower His love and joy to others. Here are 5 reminders of the blessings of Christ this Christmas!
Read MoreWhen you picture God looking at you, what expression is on His face? Do you ever wonder if God loves you? Dear Saints, your Father God makes a joyful noise when He looks at you! His face lights up to see you! This is the image Scripture describes for us.
Read MoreIn salvation, there is a washing and a renewing—a regeneration. The Holy Spirit has taken up residence in our bodies and made them temples of God.
Read MoreOur heavenly Father knows every single thing about us. When we believe that He is insensitive and uncaring, our only option is self-effort and independent striving—which leads to experiencing further defeat. But when we approach God as One who is sensitive and caring, we find help to walk in freedom from sin.
Read MoreAll the stuff and status you can acquire don't add up to personal wholeness. The only identity equation that works in God's kingdom is you plus Christ equals wholeness and meaning.
Read MoreDoes it feel easy or hard to praise God right now? Is there something in your life that makes it difficult to declare God’s goodness and love? Giving thanks is the means to experience God’s goodness and sovereignty because it changes our perspective and opens our eyes to truly see Him.
Read MoreShow yourself faithful by exploiting the opportunities around you. The needs of people are everywhere—so what are you waiting for?
Read MoreWe are more vulnerable to Satan's deception than to any of his other schemes because when he deceives you, you don't know it. You cannot overcome Satan's deception by human reasoning; you can only do it by God's revelation.
Read MoreWhether it’s in marriage, counseling, or among close friends, it’s good to be known and understood. Good news—our Father God is lovingly intimate and personally involved in each of our lives. He carefully crafted each one of us, so He knows how we best function to fulfill His plans.
Read MorePain that is unwanted, unwelcome, or unfading—is there gain in that? God has a lot to say about suffering; here are a few of His truths for our seasons of pain.
Read MoreIt’s common to struggle with personal identity and our reason for being here. We all have a longing for wholeness and feel the sting of its absence. But there is good news: Christ makes us whole and gives us purpose.
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