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Tired of problems?Turn to Jesus!
Did you know that accepting Jesus Christ as your personal Savior does not exempt you from suffering, brokenness, despair, heartache, persecution, letdowns, barren places, broke places, sickness, death or disease? Did you know that accepting Jesus Christ as your personal
“Could This Be Blocking Your Miracles”?
And because of their unbelief, he [Jesus] couldn’t do any miracles among them except to place his hands on a few sick people and heal them. And he was amazed at their unbelief (Mark 6:5-6 NLT — Underline added.). I
If Jesus Asked You To Follow Him…Would You Follow?
People seemed to follow Jesus wherever He went – to towns and villages, hills and mountainsides, streets and synagogues. Perhaps most went after Him to see the miracles and healings. Many might have been curious about his teachings. Some may
Thinking of Quitting The Race of Life? Let Jesus Help!
The stadium in Mexico City was packed for the conclusion of the 1968 Olympic Games marathon. The winner was an Ethiopian runner. Back in the pack of other runners was an athlete named John Akwari from Tanzania. He was having
Life off Course? Are you in “The Rhythm”?
Here’s a quick exercise to try. For the next minute, list all the things God calls us to do with our lives. “Have faith”, you might say. Or pray. Or go into the world, befriend the lonely, heal the sick,
The World is Waiting For You To Make A Difference! Will You?
He sat in front of me with urgency in his eyes and tear streaks on his cheeks. He spoke about his gut-level desire to make a difference in the lives of children. His emotion moved me because he was a
Jesus Responds Well to us Even When We Don’t To Him!
I didn’t like the preacher I sat by on the plane. I know, I know. You’re supposed to like everyone, but this fellow… To begin with, he took the seat next to me. I’d hoped it would stay vacant. The
Is Your Bucket List Like Jesus’s?
While reading through the book of John, I have been hit with some sobering reminders. Conviction’s arrow has pierced my heart as I see how my way of viewing life can subtly become more conformed to this world, than to having
What Do YOU Do After The Crowd Leaves….?
Thanksgiving is over. What do we do after the crowd has gone? All our frantic preparations are past tense. The meal and feasting are over. Our family and our guests are gone, many carrying a few extra pounds and more
Do YOU Only Turn To Jesus, When YOU Need Him?
My grandson Austin started kindergarten this year, and he enjoyed his first week. Over the weekend, his older brother asked his Mom, Jamie, if she would come and have lunch with him. Austin answered, “Of course we will.” Jamie then
Cruciformed Disciple!
Years ago as a boy, one of the greatest birthday gifts I ever received was a VAC-U-FORM by Mattel. You would heat up a piece of plastic to make it pliable, then quickly press that piece of plastic over a
Is Everything You Do Wonderful?
They were completely amazed and said again and again, “Everything he does is wonderful. He even makes the deaf to hear and gives speech to those who cannot speak.” — Mark 7:37 Leaders pursue excellence. They lead their organizations,
