There is a pretty common misconception that following Jesus means giving up the “fun stuff” of life and embracing a bunch of rules. But this couldn’t be further from the truth.
Read MoreDo you know that there is an enemy of your soul? Maybe that thought makes you feel unsettled, almost scared.
Read MoreAn older man I know recently retired. He went from working daily, to being unsure of how to fill his time.
Read MoreOn the night of Jesus’ birth, the descendants of King David packed the rooms of Bethlehem’s inns. Yet it was not to any of these VIPs that God sent His angel to announce the birth of the Savior.
Read MoreGod created rest. Did you know that? God, Himself rested.
Read MoreI love receiving Christmas cards that have a picture of a cozy house nestled in banks of pristine snow. It looks so inviting and welcoming, with every window glowing.
Read MoreOver and over again in the Bible Jesus tells people who He has healed or helped to return home and tell how much God has done. Here is the question: Has God helped you?
Read MoreThe story of Christ’s birth is a story of promise, hope, and a revolutionary love. So what happened?
Read MoreLife, as we experience it, is full of broken promises and unfulfilled expectations. Products that are advertised as life-changing turn out to be nothing of the sort.
Read MoreHave you ever said to God, “Where are You? If You had been here this would not have happened?” I have.
Read MoreI know people who are angry with God because they prayed for something and didn’t receive it. But we have to remember that God is not a magic genie.
Read MoreListen to these words of Jesus in Luke 6: “Give away your life; you’ll find life given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way.” This is called “God’s economy.” The beautiful paradox that’s the kingdom of God.
Read MoreIn the interest of always being prepared for any contingency, I sometimes think about what I should try to save if ever our house catches on fire. What is most valuable? What matters the most to us?
Read MoreSometimes I think Christians forget how urgent the Gospel message really is. We think, “Once I’m comfortable with this person, then I’ll share the Good News.”
Read MoreDo you think of God as an angry God? Maybe you feel as if He is constantly standing above you looking down with a sense of disapproval.
Read MoreI heard about a Christian man who went into a coffee shop. He sat down at a table and put out a sign that said, “Free coffee if you listen to my story.” No one came up to listen to his tale.
Read MoreI’m born in Kingston, Jamaica and we love mango season. So every once in a while we’ll have a guest that comes to Jamaica and we’ll offer them a mango
Read MoreOne of the most effective missionaries of the twentieth century was Gladys Aylward. Born in London in 1902, she did poorly in school and took a job as a maid when she was 14.
Read MoreI’ve been told the secret to effective communication is repetition and review. Tell people what you are going to say, then say it.
Read MoreIf you know Jesus Christ, you have a relationship with the One who is more powerful and more loving than anyone else. Aren’t you glad He’s your friend?
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