We know how to fulfill the basic physical needs of humanity: food, water, shelter, clothing. But what about our other needs—identity, acceptance, security and significance? Only Christ can fulfill these.
Read MoreLearning to look past the behavior of others and hear their heart’s cry for significance, acceptance, security, and love is the work of grace and the Holy Spirit. Are we, as adults, really listening to the heart’s cry of the young generations?
Read MoreTo love others well, we need the Holy Spirit to give us clear, discerning sight. Ask God to open your eyes and help you see the next generation as He sees them.
Read MoreHow do we go from where we are to a goal that seems impossible? We go through one intentional step at a time! Here are 7 tips for achieving impossible goals.
Read MoreThe devil’s deceptions often take deep root in our hearts and minds, so we must go to great lengths to replace these lies with the truth of God’s word. The good news is that when we humble ourselves and submit to God and His truth, we can resist the devil, and he will flee.
Read MoreThe best time to put on your armor is before the enemy attacks. Don’t wait until you’re in the battle to put the pieces on!
Read MoreThe Lord does not evaluate you based on someone else’s ability and how they are running their race. The question is, “Am I focused on Jesus, my Savior, and running the race that He desires me to run?”
Read MoreHave you ever been deeply hurt by someone? Felt your trust violated? Been betrayed? Humanly speaking we can’t perfectly forget what has happened to us. But we can take the hurt and use it for the good of others.
Read MoreThe natural tendency during times of darkness is to do things your own way, not God’s way. When the temptation to create your own light is overwhelming, hold on to the truth that this too will pass. We learn to rely on God during the hard times.
Read MoreFulfillment is related to your calling in life. God has a place of ministry for you, and it is important to your sense of fulfillment to realize what that is.
Read MoreThe Bible has a lot to say about love. It is much, much more than just an emotional state of being or romance to experience. Love has great depths that are purely displayed through Jesus Christ.
Read MoreHow is your prayer life and intimacy with God right now? For most of us, our prayer lives will take some time and practice to learn how to pray consistently, with gratitude, continuing even without ceasing.
Read MoreIf you have trusted Jesus as your Savior, you should see growth in holiness, service to the Lord, and evidence of God’s power at work in you. Let’s be willing to examine our core beliefs by observing our habits and then submit ourselves to Christ for growth!
Read MoreAre you engaged in the spiritual disciplines that provide the fuel for your fire? It is your responsibility to set the stage for the Spirit to burn brightly in and through you. Keep ablaze the gift you have been given!
Read MoreWhen we trust Jesus to pay our sin debt and submit our lives to Jesus Christ as our Lord, He becomes the authority to whom we submit. He is not a slave driver like sin, death, and Satan. He is a loving, gentle and humble Lord.
Read MoreOur world is constantly throwing new information at us in an attempt to derail us from keeping our eyes fixed on our true Hope. But the God of Peace, who can never be shaken, has promised to be with us. As we start a new year, our hope is indeed certain.
Read MoreMany voices are clamoring for our attention in this world. If you resolve to do one thing this year, consider learning how to better listen to the Lord. Ask Him—He will help you!
Read MoreWhat a year we leave behind! What a year lays ahead! God is in control—no matter how out of control our years may seem to be. Let’s be intentional in 2023 to not miss the opportunities the Lord has given us.
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