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Gratitude During This Time of Anxiety IS Possible
When I was a kid, I loved to watch the Tigger movie. Tigger was always full of excitement and wonder […]
Is Church Attendance the Sole Evidence of Your Salvation?
There are many reasons Christians are losing the culture, but these are probably the top four. They are all ouch-worthy, […]
It’s Time to Be Selfless, Submissive, and Serving
The moment we commit ourselves to live for Christ is simultaneously the moment we resolve to die to ourselves. The […]
Not Hearing From God? Might Be Time for Hearing Aids
“How’s your hearing?” That was a question my doctor started asking me about ten years ago. I would always respond […]
Do You Ever Feel Lonely?
I know I do. And I think God does, too. The author of Hebrews writes: “This High Priest of ours […]
Leadership, Submission and Other Crazy Concepts
I can remember clearly the first time I drove a motorcycle. It wasn’t because it was a lot of fun […]
You’ll Never Regret This Digital Family Plan
(Missionary to Thailand Brandon Lingle has written a parenting book in Thai, and he has graciously agreed to share it […]
Don’t Take Spiritual Shortcuts to Find Answers
Prayer is good, but . . . I want to share something on my mind and heart today, a conviction […]
Why Would God Allow Brokenness?
Like an eggIt cracksAnd then everythingYolk and allSpills out Until the shell emptiesAnd only the shell remains There is nothingUntil […]
There’s Just One Question You Should Ask Yourself
OK, OK. Before I reveal it to you, let me explain the context a bit. As I was reading in […]
The Four-Step Prayer Plan That’s Not About You
How often do you sit down to pray, and this happens: You think of your family. You pray for your […]
Cleaning Out the Hypocrisy of Our Hearts
I am so thankful to God for giving me a husband that is a pastor, a preacher of the Word […]
Is There a Solution for the Racism That Divides Us?
What is the antidote for racism, prejudice, hate, ethnic nationalism and supremacy? First of all, there is no form of […]
Four takeaways from Noah’s Ark
Today is the day of salvation.
Authentic Christians Are Not Religious
Jesus speaks jarring words against the religious leaders of his day. He describes them as those who honor God with […]
Hold onto the promises
He kept His word and stood firm on His promises
All-Bark-No-Bite Christianity
The United States is one of the only countries in the world where the church is in decline. There are […]
Up to his old tricks
We can really mess things up, but God is always there.
The Dangerous Intersection of Faith and Fear
I need your help for a moment. There’s an old saying that “confession is good for the soul”. I really […]
Don’t do as I do, do as I tell you to do
Follow Christ and be the godly example your friends, family and co-workers need!
This is Why You Don’t Have to Fear the Chaos
We are living in uncertain, fearful times without precedent. It’s like the world has gone mad. When asked by a […]
The good ole’ days
When you turn to Christ, His light reveals the sins that are hidden in the dark.
The Man in the mirror
Jesus redeemed us, transformed us, and has called us to live a holy life.
Be Careful Where You Lean
I love the story of The Lorax, by Dr. Seuss, and one of the most impactful lines comes in an exchange […]
Are You Ready to be Released from the Stronghold of Anxiety?
Mindfulness. Apparently, it means more than just “being conscious or aware of something.” It’s now more of a psychological term […]
Asking God for Unicorns
He hears our desperate pleas, but ultimately, His will prevails.
Finding Contentment in the Wilderness of Suffering
Uncertainty unfortunately comes with the territory of being a widow, especially if you lost your husband suddenly like I did. […]
Let’s Just Be Honest About the Sin of Greed
Ask your pastor how many people he has counseled about their struggle with greed. I would guess that number would […]
Oprah, Lady Gaga, and Born That Way
So I just watched an interview Oprah did with Lady Gaga on her series Oprah’s Next Chapter, and I feel an […]
Here’s How to Ensure You Don’t Betray Your First Love
“The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately sick; who can understand it?” (Jeremiah 17:9) I feel the truth of […]
Praying Through Colossians: A Confident Hope
Colossians is a book that shows we need Christ for an eternity with God in heaven. As we have a […]
The “No Big Deal” Sin of Gossip
Some sins are extremely common and even accepted as “no big deal” within the church. None of these sins would […]
Set Apart
Our lives should look like what Scripture defines as a follower of Christ and not to be resembling the world.
Representing Your Good Name and Your Good God
Point number one: Your reputation matters. In professional environments we call this “personal branding.” In family circles we call this […]
A Declaration
God is so much more than we can ever imagine.
A Parent’s Guide to Biblical Wisdom: Chapter Two
(Missionary to Thailand Brandon Lingle has written a parenting book in Thai, and he has graciously agreed to share it […]
In What Direction do Your Words Point?
Words shape the future. Whether we’re talking about written words or spoken words, the fact is families, churches, governments, nations […]
Cleaning up the mess
Messes can be overwhelming, but Jesus’s love is more powerful than anything you can imagine.
Real Faith is Transformational not Informational
Real faith uses information for the purpose of transformation. D. L. Moody said, “the Bible was not given for merely […]
Taking matters into our own hands
Let Him work it out in His timing and not in yours.
Proverbs: 31 Chapters, 31 Prayers
(Introduction to this 31-days-of-prayer is at https://lifeword.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=4425&action=edit The following are 31 chapter summaries, key verses, and prayers inspired by the […]
Becoming a Sacrifice
If you have accepted Him as your Savior, you have a duty to be holy, to be set apart from the rest of this world for His glory.
Screaming Headlines, Hurting People and God’s Kingdom
I follow the Daily Wire, a conservative news source driven by Christianity’s political protagonist Ben Shapiro. I’m subscribed, so I get […]
The Fruit of Anger is Almost Always Rotten
If you’ve been a Christian for a long time, you’ve probably heard two distinct ideas about anger: The first is that […]
God is Our Shield
When you go into battle with the enemy, you are not alone.
Give credit where it is due
Reflect on the light of His glory and let others see the only good in us comes from Him.
Some Questions to Ask Yourself, Mr. Chauvin
Dear Derek Chauvin, I began this letter to Mr. George Floyd, but I had a change of heart. Mr. Floyd […]
God’s Redemption Plan is for All People
Racism is not a new story and sadly, it isn’t an old one either. It wasn’t so long ago that […]