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
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
Do you want to know how to pray like Jesus and have your prayers be more effective and more in line with God’s plans for your life? You may have figured out that if you’re going to pray, you do want
One of the defining marks over time between denominations in the Christian world is how we interpret the Bible — the words and teachings of Jesus — and how we decipher his stories and actions. Today we’re examining Jesus’ life
Dear friend, You are saved by grace. You received that grace through faith especially when you are tired. There is no room for boasting about being saved. Neither is there any room for belittling Jews who have rejected the message
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,
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
It is unlike anything else you will do with your life. Having faith is something that takes a long time to understand and even longer to truly feel that you have. As the Bible says, “Faith is being sure of
Prayer is a powerful tool in our life that connects us to an all knowing and perfect God. Prayer allows us to communicate to God who is our Father in Heaven. “Most of the time, your prayers will be silent.
Building intentional community and meaningful relationships are phrases that are drilled into us as Christians. We’re told that they are a vital part of bringing God’s kingdom to earth, and integral to his plan to make all things new. Hit-and-run
Sometimes we just don’t know where to start or how to pray. At times like that, we have lots of resources to turn to in the Word. Paul’s prayer for his friends in Phillipi is a beautiful and comprehensive prayer
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your
Marcus sat in his beat-up sedan, the engine idling roughly, staring at the gray concrete wall of the warehouse where he worked. The clock on his Read More »
If you’re feeling discouraged, tired, broke, sick, or uncertain right now, you’re not alone. Life can be incredibly hard, and sometimes it feels like nothing is Read More »
Here is a special story to help our hearts hear today’s message: A seven-year-old girl wrote a note to Dr. Michael DeBakey, a famous heart surgeon Read More »
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything feels heavy? You might be living through unfair circumstances, struggling to make ends meet, or just Read More »
Be not dismayed or downcast, Jesus is with you in the “struggles”, His help will help change things if you pray more!