Have you ever wanted to run away from God? Be encouraged; you’re not alone. Continue reading for 3 truths from Scripture to combat the feeling of wanting to run.
Read MoreTruth is never an enemy; it is always a liberating friend.
Read MoreThe youth of today encounter many challenges while having many blessings that previous generations did not. Here are some observations and truths from Psalm 71 to encourage and inspire teenagers to push on toward the goal of Christ.
Read MoreThe story of God’s grace is so powerful that it changes me time and time again. One day God will make perfect sense of all things, but until then, I choose to hold tight to His grace despite all that doesn’t make sense.
Read MoreIf Satan is already disarmed, why don't we experience more victory in our lives? In a word, the lie. Satan roams around like a hungry lion, looking and sounding ferocious when in reality his fangs have been removed and he has been de-clawed.
Read MoreWe are often more proud than we realize—more arrogant than we care to admit. We can default to being jerky and judgmental with a dangerous frequency. Here are four thoughts on why and how we should humble ourselves.
Read MorePride is costly in our relationships with God and others. Let’s see what God’s Word has to say about humility and listening for the Lord’s direction.
Read MoreWorldly sorrow may feel the same as godly sorrow, but the end results are radically different. Godly sorrow leads to repentance without regret. People don’t regret finding their freedom in Christ; they are filled with thankfulness and sense no shame.
Read MoreIf you claim to be just a sinner, what will you do? Sin! You are professing that sin is at the core of your identity. That's not what the Bible teaches. Let’s believe God that Jesus is at the core of our being and begin to live by His Spirit!
Read MoreWhat have you searched for in your life? And I mean, really searched for? What keeps pulling at you and begging you to find it? Know this: our deep-seated needs and desires are fulfilled in intimate relationship with Jesus.
Read MoreFear can be overwhelming and paralyzing. It is not a coincidence that our loving God has much to say about fear, frequently commanding His children to “fear not.” Easier said than done you might say. Here is what God says…
Read MoreThe basis for temptation is legitimate human needs. We will either look to the world, the flesh and the devil to have our needs met, or we will look to Christ. The essence of temptation is the invitation to live independently of God.
Read MoreAs we seek the kingdom of God first, the Lord may instruct us to do things that don’t make sense according to this world’s wisdom and understanding. But we can trust Him because He is a generous and caring Provider.
Read MoreDeath has a lot of reputations—it’s often feared, awkward, painful, or displaying defeat. But did you know that with Chris, death can be victorious? Jesus defeated death, rewriting the script for what death symbolizes. For the believer, only through death comes true life.
Read MoreAll of us receive input from a myriad of sources today. With Satan still using false prophets in his battle for your mind, determine to discern the truth God wants you to know to set you free and keep you free.
Read MoreTrying to be perfect carries with it a weight that we were never meant to bear. God does not place unrealistic expectations like this on us. So why do we put them on ourselves?
Read MoreGod’s love manifests itself in joy, peace and patience. If our goal in life is to become the person God created us to be, then the fruit of the Spirit becomes evident in our lives.
Read MoreToo often we try to change our behaviour without changing our beliefs. It doesn't work that way. We must change our beliefs before we can make significant changes in our behaviour.
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