“Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think” (Romans 12:2a NLT, second edition). You cannot become all God created you to be until you understand the five factors that influence your identity. The first
Acts 9:10-21 Surprises are always part of God’s leading. In Saul’s case, the surprise came in the form of a light from heaven, marking a life-changing transformation. For Ananias, it was a seemingly unreasonable and illogical command from the Lord,
“God doesn’t answer prayer. He answers desperate prayer.” I can still remember my feelings of shock and bewilderment as Leonard Ravenhill, the late church statesman, spoke these difficult words to me. Of course God answers prayer, I thought. But after
Have you ever struggled with trusting someone you love or like after that person has let you down? Many of us have experienced this. We might have responded by saying or thinking, “Trust is earned.” A recent situation prompted me
The night before the crucifixion was a dark time. Jesus’ followers didn’t know what was going to happen next, but there were hints of a time of trial and persecution unlike any they’d ever known. In the midst of their
There is a way that seems right, but its end is the way to death (Proverbs 14:12). One may give into temptation with this set of thoughts: “No one will know. I won’t get caught. I’m only human…” Don’t make
Far better to take refuge in God than trust in people; Far better to take refuge in God than trust in celebrities. Psalm 118:8,9 The Message In a political election season it’s easy to get all wrapped up in the
“Be careful how you act; these are difficult days. Don’t be fools; be wise: make the most of every opportunity you have for doing good.” (Ephesians 5:15-16 TLB) Everyone has a dream. Maybe you’ve had it since you were a
God’s Best Friend My son Tyler and I were discussing our two pets the other day. Tyler absolutely loves animals. For years we had an annual Read More »
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The night before the crucifixion was a dark time. Jesus’ followers didn’t know what was going to happen next, but there were hints of a time of trial and persecution unlike any they’d ever known. In the midst of their