There are seasons in our lives when even existing feels like hard work. I have recently been through a period in which I felt bombarded from all sides: in relationships, in my health and in the health of those closest
One of the most underestimated strengths in the Christian life is prayer. It is the way we communicate with the Maker of the Universe and He not only hears us, but He also responds. Through prayer we access healing, wisdom,
Maybe it was the way he said her name. The inflection. The tone. The Galilean accent. Maybe it was the memory associated with it, the moment she first heard someone say her name without demons screaming it in her mind.
If you’ve found yourself feeling down about life a lot lately and if you have found yourself finding it difficult to concentrate or difficult to go on, you might be depressed. Depression in life is not unusual but normal these
If you are stressed, you should read this — but don’t let it stress you out. In the high-speed, wired, always-reachable 21st century America we live in, chronic stress is very hard to avoid. The American Psychological Association finds year
In my lifetime, I have met many people who are truly Christians, but the first person who comes to mind who always keeps the faith is Brother Aquila Penrod, who pastors Bethel First Church of God. He is such a remarkable
Jesus had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. And he began to teach them many things. (Mark 6:34) We live in a rural part of southern England and many of the fields near us are
Have you been encountering all kinds of difficulties, problems, setbacks or down right disgusting situations? Have you wondered what in the world could possibly be going on? Your problems may not have been allowed in your life randomly. What if,
Overcoming sizable obstacles helps us grow, and makes us a formidable opponent to life’s chaos. The least resistant path is not always Jesus’s answer for us, as this will come back to haunt us. However, if we take on the
Since we’ve been talking about a new start, I’ve found that it is necessary to have joy in your life as you wait on God to create and give you your new start. Jesus, the son of God always made
Are you experiencing many hardships and uncertainties in life? Do you ever wonder if Jesus is really Your personal Lord and Savior because your problems seem to either intensify, not get any better or remain the same? Are problems that
Have you ever prayed and prayed only to either not receive the answer that you were hoping for or prayed and prayed only to wonder if God or Jesus was even listening to you? Do you wonder if Your prayers really matter to
If you’re reading this while battling the heavy fog of depression or wrestling with doubt that feels like it might swallow you whole, we want you Read More »
There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes after trying everything you know to try. You have reviewed the bills again, sent another application, made Read More »
Life can be tough, and sometimes it may feel like YOU’ve exhausted all of your options. YOU may have tried everything YOU know to do, but nothing Read More »
Dear Disciple, The promise of today’s verses focuses on your answer to one question: Do you believe? Do you believe that the Father took My lifeless Read More »
As we approach and celebrate the most significant event of all history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is important to know that Read More »
When tough times don’t change, partner with Jesus and let Him help!