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Words can build up or destroy, so next time you lash out, lash your tongue instead.

Evil thoughts are part of our sin nature, but God provides a way to control them.

Goal setting requires intentionality and commitment to really make it stick.

We have many goals on our minds as we enter a new year, but this one is a priority.

We can win the battle of the mind because we’re already fighting from a place of victory.

Many Christians, while thumbing through their Bibles,  have pondered why Scripture is broken into two, uneven halves. Is one better than the other? […]

 It’s the most wonderful time of the year, except when it isn’t. Everything about the season highlights your loss, whether […]

I’ve always loved watching and reading anything about medieval times. Kings and their royal families, strong and fearless knights storming […]

When we truly live like people of hope, Jesus provides strength and changes outcomes.

Do our actions point others to who Jesus is and his power to save?

When God sent his Son to earth, he said everything he wanted to say to the world.

God gave us life for the purpose of bringing us to himself, so embrace that purpose.

Let’s rejoice in the reason for the season rather than insist on holiday perfection.

Do your words point to Jesus or do they carelessly divide the body of Christ?

Nothing in this world can ever make you happy, so forget about looking for it there.

Having a Christian worldview keeps us from racing headlong toward the world’s false promises.

God has given us the responsibility to steward our lives well and according to his will.

Loneliness is common to everyone; it can even happen when you’re surrounded by people.

The Bible is not just a book of old stories; it is a guidebook for daily life application.

If we fail to see the benefit of rest, we will not be the best versions of ourselves.

When things seem to be falling apart, do you rely on yourself or the God of the universe?

If we don’t choose to live surrendered to Jesus, we’ll remain empty, broken, and fearful.

To experience who Jesus is and all he wants for us requires passionately knowing and serving him.

Selfishly purchasing things you can’t afford is not being a good steward of God’s blessings.

We overcome Satan when we testify personally about what the blood of Christ has done for us.

You can be confidence that God is in control, knows best, and you can ask him anything.

When you or someone you know has a fearful heart or paralyzing anxiety, there’s hope in God’s Word.

Sometimes God pushes us to the point that we can see, with open eyes, the true effects of sin.

Culture has so many false teachings that if you’re not being intentional, you’ll fall into its trap.

That mountain ahead may look impossible, but God has been giving out courage since time began.

“Your walk with God, family life, and ministry must be in biblical balance.” This is Principle #10 of twelve in […]

“Why are you bitter?”  Radio personality Alan Colmes used to end his daily radio show with a bit where he […]

When I was a kid, I loved to watch the Tigger movie. Tigger was always full of excitement and wonder […]

There are many reasons Christians are losing the culture, but these are probably the top four. They are all ouch-worthy, […]

The moment we commit ourselves to live for Christ is simultaneously the moment we resolve to die to ourselves.  The […]

“How’s your hearing?” That was a question my doctor started asking me about ten years ago. I would always respond […]

I know I do. And I think God does, too. The author of Hebrews writes: “This High Priest of ours […]

I can remember clearly the first time I drove a motorcycle. It wasn’t because it was a lot of fun […]

(Missionary to Thailand Brandon Lingle has written a parenting book in Thai, and he has graciously agreed to share it […]

Prayer is good, but . . . I want to share something on my mind and heart today, a conviction […]

Like an eggIt cracksAnd then everythingYolk and allSpills out Until the shell emptiesAnd only the shell remains There is nothingUntil […]

OK, OK. Before I reveal it to you, let me explain the context a bit. As I was reading in […]

How often do you sit down to pray, and this happens:  You think of your family.  You pray for your […]

I am so thankful to God for giving me a husband that is a pastor, a preacher of the Word […]

What is the antidote for racism, prejudice, hate, ethnic nationalism and supremacy? First of all, there is no form of […]

Today is the day of salvation.

Jesus speaks jarring words against the religious leaders of his day. He describes them as those who honor God with […]

He kept His word and stood firm on His promises

The United States is one of the only countries in the world where the church is in decline. There are […]

We can really mess things up, but God is always there.