Posts with the category “encouragement”

“Because to take away a man’s freedom of choice, even his freedom to make the wrong choice, is to manipulate him as though he were a puppet and not a person.”...  Read More

“America has now embarked on a foolhardy experiment to discover what happens to a culture in which nearly half the children do not live with their fathers. One result is that many people do not know h...  Read More

The specific term “Father” used in the Lord’s Prayer reflects the profoundly personal, relational aspect of God’s character. It signifies His intimate care, compassion, grace, and faithful provision f...  Read More

Similar to plants needing parts to die and decompose to provide nourishment for new growth, some dreams, desires, and callings need to be laid down and go through a process of death and resurrection f...  Read More

Drifting away from God’s will is a subtle process that can happen to anyone, even those with sincere intentions. As followers of Christ, we examine our hearts and identify the idols that may hinder ou...  Read More

In a world often obsessed with outcomes, we should shift our focus from results to the process....  Read More

Looking Up: The Art of Focusing on God in a Distracted World“In your walk with me, don’t forget to look up from the task you are fulfilling now and miss something important I want to communicate or im...  Read More

Taking a Stand for Christ“More Americans also are turning away from Christianity and are seeing themselves as unaffiliated with any religion or as religious ‘nones,’”...Members of Gen Z — now ages 11 ...  Read More

We have the assurance that Christ is our hope, and we can find comfort and strength in him. By casting our anxieties on Him, finding strength in His power, remembering His promises, and seeking His gu...  Read More

Remember, you are not alone in your struggles, God has given us the gift of prayer and community to help us through even the darkest of times together....  Read More

Remember, taking care of your mental state through Jesus is essential to living a full and meaningful life....  Read More

Part 2: God's Promises of HopeAs mentioned in the previous blog, Finding Hope: A Series on Overcoming Struggles, Christians cannot take a “head in the sand” approach to the mental state of others beca...  Read More

As Christians, we can find comfort in the knowledge that God understands our struggles and He is always present to offer us hope and healing. Let us be encouraged by the examples of David, Elijah, Job...  Read More

Finding Hope: IntroductionA Series on Overcoming StrugglesBy Valeta Batya prison of crystal fine and polished outward appearance internal abhorrence self-imprisoned self-abased heart of vengeance crip...  Read More

...the greatest privilege mankind will ever know…that of partnering with Jesus Himself to impact and change our world with the Good News of the Gospel....  Read More

We heard everyone speak about ‘Kingdom Business’, but what does that really mean and how do we establish a business that would bring glory to God?...  Read More