God Says I’m Lovable
Rejection, it seems, is one of the most powerful forces known to man. I recall several years ago how rejection affected me emotionally, and even physically. It was just after I purchased a shiny new diamond engagement ring for the love of my life (now my wife.) Adrenaline rushed through me every time I even thought about presenting it to her, and I grew increasingly anxious as the special day came closer. But the unimaginable happened...
Do You Have a Missionary Heart?
I recently had the opportunity to speak at a district prayer summit. The subject was “The Mandate of Praying for Missions.†Having been overseas and seeing first hand the need for prayer, I felt fairly qualified to speak. With my color-coded notes, PowerPoint presentation, Bible and love for missions, I made my way to pulpit. What happened next wasn’t quite what I expected. I did share my heart. I gave supporting facts and...
Couples Who Pray Together
You have probably heard the old adage, “couples who pray together stay together.†You may be pleased to discover that this expression is more than just popular wisdom. Research studies have verified what Bible believing, God fearing people have understood for ages. Married couples who pray, study scripture, attend church, and otherwise jointly participate in spiritual activities really do enjoy significantly higher levels of...
Do You Hear But Not Hear?
Hearing isn’t just hearing, It’s receiving it deep down inside. You can hear and remember, yet still be unproductive. Do you let the Word grow, Are you willing to let it produce? Remember, a plant doesn’t have fruit on it at the beginning, But it shouldn’t take years for it to start producing some. The Fruit of the Spirit produces things like love, joy and peace. What seeds are being planted in your heart and...
The Message of Repentance
The message of repentance is among the most basic, primary teachings of the Christianity. It is the first and most enduring message preached in the New Testament. The experience of repentance is the essential starting point for every single person who becomes a believer in Jesus Christ. The critical nature of the message of repentance is first reflected in the brief account of John the Baptist’s ministry. His message is summarized...
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