The blessings of faithfulness are sometimes beyond our ability to grasp. We live in a world where being faithful in marriage and our relationship with Jesus is not what it could be. Due to this erosion in faithfulness, our society has suffered, but it does not have to be that way. A faithful husband and …
Looking to the future with hope changes your entire outlook, no matter your situation. The world in which we live with it hurts, and uncertainty creates a constant need for hope. Our hope in the Lord is essential for a balanced outlook. When people do not have hope, they can be deeply disappointed when life …
Not everyone knows Jesus as their Savior. This points out the need for evangelism. As believers, we are blessed by knowing Jesus as our Savior, but we also have a special responsibility. Jesus tells us that believers need to go out into the harvest field to tell people about Him. Luke 10:2 These were Jesus’ instructions …
Jesus saved in an unexpected way that surprised even the disciples who journeyed with Him for three years. Jesus clearly explained what would happen to Him, but the disciples never fully grasped what He was telling them. Matthew 16:21 From then on Jesus began to tell his disciples plainly that it was necessary for him to …
The Lord involves you in His ministry, which is a gift and a fantastic privilege. People learn best by doing, and the Lord involves us not because He needs our help but because we need to mature in the faith. I was an adult before I realized the importance of being involved in the Christian …
The fact that Jesus comes to you is simple but profound. How did Jesus come to you in your life? Were you a child, a teenager, or an adult? A friend was a truck driver who knew about Jesus but was not yet a believer until one day, he was at a truck stop a …
Will you share your possessions? Allowing God to use our possessions is something we don’t think about but can significantly impact our lives. The Lord does not need our resources, but we need to learn how to share, and we are better off when we do. As we grow in faith, we understand material things …
The humility of Jesus provides us with a role model. All of us, I believe, want to be around humble people because they inspire us. Who was a humble person in your life that impacted you? Humble people don’t need to be in the spotlight but quietly fulfill God’s plan for their lives. Paul tells …
God is faithful to His plan for humanity, which is a reason for praise. Although man is sinful and often fails, the Lord remains faithful as His plan comes about. Others may let us down, but the Lord never will and always keeps His promises. God is all-knowing, and when Adam and Eve fell into …
The value of encouragement in our lives can’t be overstated. In third grade, I had one of the most significant teachers in my life. She was an excellent teacher, but she was also a fantastic encourager. That year was pivotal for me, and her encouragement significantly impacted my life. I believe we all want to …