If we treasure and trust Jesus more than anything, we are genuine Christians, and our identity is rooted in Christ. Here are five truths to read, remember, and believe about who God says you are.
Read MoreIf we really want to get well, we would make whatever commitment it takes to overcome our infirmities. We wouldn’t get mad at God or blame anybody else. Let’s take an introspective look and humbly ask ourselves if we are truly seeking to be well spiritually?
Read MoreAccording to the Psalms and Proverbs, the fear of the Lord appears to be important and valuable. But how do you embrace something like fear, even if it seems to be for your own good? How do you practically access the relational wholeness hidden in the fear of the Lord? Let’s dive in.
Read MoreWorship is ascribing to God His divine attributes. God doesn’t need us to tell Him who He is. But when we worship God, we enter into His presence.
Read MoreAs you have an attitude like Jesus Christ and work out your salvation by following God’s initiation, you can be certain—absolutely confident and full of conviction—that God will complete that which He started in you.
Read MoreBeing in Christ is the most critical element of our identity. Your spiritual union with God is complete and eternal because it is provided by Christ. As long as Christ remains alive spiritually, you will remain alive spiritually—and that's for eternity.
Read MoreNo one can make you speak worthless words. Each of us is responsible for what comes out of our mouth. So, what about your words? Are they worthy words? Do they build others up? Do your words bring benefit and give grace? The consequences will tell you what kind of words you are using. The fruit will be life or death.
Read MoreSalvation is an incredible transition point, and the moment we put our faith in Jesus, a significant change occurs. Life in Christ starts the very moment you trust Him as Savior.
Read MoreEncouragement gives us and others the courage to run the race with endurance.
Read MoreHuman tendency is to try and hide the evidence of whether we have done the hard work of character development, mending relationships or addressing difficult topics. Many people pretend, cover their tracks or put on a smile. But there is still evidence along the way, even if it is known to oneself and God.
Read MoreTake heart in knowing there is nothing in all creation that can separate you from the love of God. This brings true security!
Read MoreThe key to peace is perspective. When we see the issues of life without noticing God, it is pretty crazy. But if we see the same issues with God in perspective, it can really change the way we feel.
Read MoreGod calls us to trust Him in all of life, in our joys and in our pain. And it is knowing our future, knowing God’s promises, and knowing the God who made these promises that keeps us going.
Read MoreGod has given us the tools of repentance and forgiveness to bring about our personal and relational renewal. Renewal allows us to be more secure and therefore to be more spontaneous and have the fun God has planned for us.
Read MoreHappiness is wanting what you already have. Stop a minute and muse on this. Perhaps we would do well to reconsider how to achieve it.
Read MoreAs we head into 2024, let us nurture those relationships in which we can be gut-level honest and real with one another. Grow in integrity with safe brothers or sisters in Christ by taking off the masks you wear.
Read MoreChristmas morning is a time to remember the arrival of Jesus Christ. His birth as a baby—and later death and resurrection—opened up the way for us to experience the security and protection that come with being born of God.
Read MoreThe true magic of Christmas—the light of Jesus coming into the world as a child—has no hidden areas. The stable is free and open. So when tragedy strikes during this season, we realize that we can grieve with hope.
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