The sooner we confront hatred in our heart, the brighter our witness will shine. Ephesians 4:31-32 One of the most destructive attitudes a believer can display is hate. Think about it: How well can the light of Christ shine through a life that’s shrouded in anger, bitterness, and malice? Such a demeanor doesn’t reflect a …
God longs to comfort us when we are afraid, uncertain, or hurting. The Bible is filled with God’s promises, and together they’re woven into a beautiful tapestry depicting His goodness. Among the greatest of all the threads is the promise of God’s comfort. In 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, we learn that He is “the Father of …
If we want to withstand trials and evil temptations, we must plant ourselves on a foundation of faith. Ephesians 6:10-17 Did you know that you’re in a battle every day of your life? The enemy’s goal is to weaken, deceive, and lead believers astray. God protects all who belong to Him, so wicked forces can …
Circumstances cannot shake a strong foundation of faith. Psalm 62:1-12 In a tumultuous world, where can stability be found? We can’t count on political leaders, financial institutions, healthcare providers, or any other human institution to keep us safe and secure. There is only one sure foundation, and that is the Lord our God. David, who …
God can use any testimony, no matter how mundane, to inspire people. Psalm 26:1-12 Most of us have heard testimonies of believers who were saved from a lifestyle of horrendous sin. After listening to such accounts, have you ever felt that your less dramatic testimony is somehow not as valuable? In reality, the salvation God …
The true beauty of prayer is not a particular outcome but intimacy with the Father. Matthew 7:7-11 Have you become disillusioned with prayer? Perhaps you’ve been persistently asking, seeking, and knocking, but God hasn’t answered your request. If that’s the situation, you may be wondering why so many Christians speak about the power of prayer …
In Jesus, we have access to the Father’s presence and confidence that He hears our prayers. Hebrews 7:11-28 Prayer is a truly remarkable privilege, and we must be careful to treat it as such. Have you ever paused to consider why a holy God would condescend to even listen to our petitions, let alone answer …
By Adrian Rogers When I was a little boy, near our house there used to be a scrap yard. There were all kinds of metals in that scrap yard, and there was a great magnet on a crane that would move steel and iron from one place to another. If you were to take one …
Dark, challenging times are never wasted when you follow the Lord. Read: Genesis 39 Joseph’s faith in Dark times – we’ll look today at some principles that guided Joseph during challenging moments in his life. Dark times may continue until God’s purpose is accomplished. The Lord’s plan was to prepare Joseph to rescue his family, as …
Everything that happens in our lives serves a purpose in God’s greater plan. Psalm 89:19-29 The Lord chose David to be His servant and actively prepared him for that calling. By following the various stages of his life—from the things he experienced as a simple shepherd boy to his achievements as a heroic ruler—we can …
