Blog Archives

Water Cooler Gossip and Gospel Truth
Not all talk is harmless. Learn how to test what you hear against Scripture and guard your faith against division and deception.

You Don’t Got This
You don’t have to “got this”—God does. Trust His Spirit to move mountains you can’t climb. Freedom and strength are found in Him!

Do You Know the True God?
God is not who we imagine Him to be—He is far greater. Discover the truth of who He is and the life-changing power of knowing Him.

Being Devotedly Aware of God
True intimacy with God requires daily awareness, purity of heart, and His help to overcome the world’s constant distractions.

Letters to My Children: Making Hard Decisions
Life’s big decisions can feel overwhelming, but we are free to decide without fear if we trust the Lord.

What Now?: Salvation
Going to church isn’t enough—only a real relationship with Jesus saves. Discover the simple, life-changing truth of the gospel.

The Old 100th
Psalm 100 calls us to joyful worship, humble service, and deep trust in God’s goodness, love, and faithfulness—for all generations.

The Gospel and God
Before we reached for Him, God had already set His love on us. This gospel story begins not with us—but with who He is.

Because of the Way
Feeling weary from the hard path? Find encouragement, hope, and strength to press on—because God walks the way with you.

A Hum of Praise
A personal reflection on how praise through trials refines us, drawing us closer to God’s purpose and presence.

Come and Go with Me
When struggles come, don’t go alone—join together in prayer. Discover the power of community and the mission to share Jesus.

What Now?: Repentance
Headed the wrong way in life? God’s grace offers a U-turn. Turn from darkness to light—Heaven rejoices when you repent.

Delighting God
Want to bring joy to God’s heart? Simply pray. Your humble, heartfelt communion with Him is His greatest delight.

Letters to My Children: Listening to Advice (Part 2)
Those who are wise listen to godly advice.

I Will Never Leave Thee, Nor Forsake Thee
Like a child in the nursery, we can trust God’s promises or be filled with fear. Are we standing in faith or worrying in doubt?

How Do You Deal With Your Enemies?
When facing opposition, respond like David—pray, examine your heart, trust God, and find joy in His presence. Psalm 17 shows the way.

Do You Realize Where Your Help Comes From?
Every good gift flows from God’s presence. Reflect on His work in your life, give thanks, and walk humbly before Him today.

Dry Ramen
A foster child’s choice to eat dry ramen reveals a deeper lesson on faith, grace, and patience in guiding new believers to growth in Christ.

Is God’s Will Worth It?
We pursue what we value. God’s will is good, acceptable, and perfect—worthy of our full surrender and trust.

What Now?: People Pleasing
Stop striving for approval—true freedom comes from pleasing God, not people. Learn to set boundaries and live for an audience of One.

Respecting Authority: A Biblical Perspective on Submission and Obedience
Explore the biblical perspective on respecting authority, submitting to God’s will, and honoring those in leadership roles.

The Power of Forgiveness
The Carters and the Wakefields. Two families that had been feuding for more than 85 years. And it was time […]

Letters to My Children: Listening to Advice (Part 1)
Those who are wise listen to godly advice.

A Love Beyond Fear
Discover the powerful story of Jim and Elizabeth Elliot, a love that defied fear and brought the gospel to those who took his life.

United in Crisis
When crisis strikes, the body of Christ must unite—serving, giving, and sharing His light in a dark world. Will you answer the call?

Finding Your True Identity in Christ
Discover how true identity is found in Christ, not the world. Learn how transformation through Him leads to a life of purpose.

What Now?: Patience
In a fast-paced world, patience is hard, but God’s timing is perfect. Learn to be S.T.I.L.L. and trust His wisdom in all things.

Living Sacrificially
Discover the true meaning of living sacrificially for Christ, offering your life as a living sacrifice in response to His love and mercy.

Trusting God’s Plan
Reflect on trusting God’s wisdom and surrendering our opinions to His sovereignty, as we seek understanding and embrace His perfect plan.

Fasting from Fasting
Discover how Lent can deepen your faith journey, whether through fasting or reflection, as you prepare your heart for Easter.

A Membership to God’s Grace
Discover how God’s grace invites all to be grafted into His family, just like joining an exclusive club—free for all who believe.

Your Real Job Description
Does Christianity have a job description? Find out what God’s intended focus is for your life!

Is Standing in the Gap a Lonely Prospect?
Will you answer God’s call like Isaiah, or will silence echo like in Ezekiel? Step forward in faith—be the one who says, “Send me!”

Abundant
True abundant life isn’t found in things—even godly ones—but in knowing Jesus. Discover how to live fully alive in Him!

Letting Go of the Old
Are you holding on to the old when God offers something better? Let go and embrace the new life Christ has for you.

Letters to My Children: Teen Purity (Part 2)
Our physical purity goes beyond saving ourselves for marriage and dives deep into the heart.

The Ultimate Rescue Mission
Paul was willing to give his life for others to hear the truth. Are we?

Nothing Can Separate You From God’s Love
Discover the unbreakable bond of God’s love. Nothing can separate you from Him, no matter the trials or troubles you face.

What Now?: Obedience
Fear tried to hold me back, but God called me to obedience. Trusting Him, I stepped into His plan—will you?

Adopted by Grace
We are adopted into God’s family, given full rights as His children, and called to reflect our Father. Do others see Him in you?

This is Not the End
A life well lived leaves a lasting impact. Remembering Mr. Wherry’s love, faith, and wisdom—this is not the end, but the beginning.

The Struggle Within
We all struggle with doing what’s right, even as Christians. But our hope isn’t in ourselves—it’s in Jesus. Learn more at follow.Lifeword.org.

What Now?: Modesty
Learn how dressing with intention can draw attention to God rather than yourself, leading to a life of confidence, self-control, and godly love.

Freedom from Sin
Why do we feel drawn to the very thing we’re told to avoid? It’s more than just curiosity—it’s a nature we’ve battled since the very beginning.

God, Working at Both Ends
When God begins working in our hearts, we often think it is just on our end. But God is not limited by time, geography, or power. He is working all the time in multiple places.

How Can We Know That We Are in Christ?
Is it possible to confidently know that you are a true believer? That you are in Christ, and Christ is in you? That you will go to heaven eternally? Â

From Death to Life
We’ve all been given a second chance through Christ. You were once dead in sin, but now you are alive in Him—so how will you live your new life?

Letters to My Children: Be Salt and Light
Interacting with an unbelieving world is difficult, but God’s Word guides us how to walk winsomely.

The Ultimate Trade
Jesus took the raw end of the deal for us, offering salvation not because we could ever repay Him, but simply because He loves us.

Faith Over Works
Why trust anything but faith to save you when God has already made it clear—righteousness comes through belief, not works.