Discover God’s love, debunk misconceptions, curb discouragement, and find solace in the relatable nature of Jesus in our human experience. No temptation has overtaken you except something common to mankind, and God is faithful, so He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the…
Discover practical insights for navigating life’s unexpected twists by understanding His bigger picture when plans go awry. Have your plans been upset lately? Your family time at Christmas did not turn out as you hoped.The pregnancy test showed up negative again.Your child did not get into her first-choice college.The guy you thought might be “the…
We can be resolved to keep going and growing because the Lord has given us everything we need to grow in steadfastness, including His Holy Spirit, the very power of God. “For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with…
Even in the darkest of times, the brilliant light of Christ shines with hope and guides us onward. Let us turn our hearts upward and worship him! “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”…
Transform your family’s story through the power of confident prayer—discover how one woman’s trust in God’s promises led to redemption in her husband’s life. “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know…
Pray for victory, witness God’s goodness as He lifts you from life’s burdens, seek triumph over challenges in various aspects of life. Victory is sweet. My family recently tasted it as we traveled to Greenville, NC, for a Southeast volleyball tournament. We were one of six teams from GA, SC, and NC reaching for the…
If you’re struggling to wait or trying to keep yourself busy to distract yourself from the waiting, perhaps there’s a better way. But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah…
Our most important mission is to talk to people about Jesus. But how? Where do we start? What if we feel inadequate? “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”Mark 16:15 ESV “Would you like me to tell you about Jesus?” The man who had just buckled into the seat next to…
Hosting a guesthouse has taught me many things and helped me get outside myself. Here are a few blessings about hospitality. “Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.“I Peter 4:9 Never say “never.” It’s been my motto for some time, and honestly, I should know better by now. Because from moving to Nashville – and…
Choosing to have gratitude in the midst of suffering is the kind of real thanksgiving that becomes a sacrifice of praise. “…give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV) I discovered real thanksgiving not in my best season, but in my worst….
How can we gain and maintain a Christ-centered perspective while living in a world opposite of His truth? Here are three present-day mindsets that rob us of that. “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of…
Our spiritual lives need to be fed in order to grow. What happens when we are taking in more than we can digest? How can we be transformed by Him? Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.Colossians 3:2 In this era, it’s easy for Christians to get pulled in different directions, making…
We live in a complicated world and we have busy and chaotic minds. How can you unsubscribe from the bully in your brain? Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have…
We need to be faithful about doing battle against thoughts that oppose truth. How can we be intentional to keep the wayward thoughts out? We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.” 2 Corinthians 10:5 ESV Scientist say we have over 6,000…
When God closes a door, He always has a good reason. This is one way of guiding us to the correct path and opening the correct door. I have always prided myself on the principle of “patience + perseverance = success.” I am not a quitter. And for most situations, there is wisdom in sticking…
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