How do we rightly respond to suffering? This is the first post in a fivefold series to teach us a powerful truth from James 1:2–18: As you face overwhelming trials, responding with an attitude of joy will only be possible by a correct perspective of your faith in God. Quickly summarizing James 1:2–18, James teaches…
Jesus said, And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved (Matt.10:22). One of the keys to enduring to the end is found in the root word of “endure” (hupomeno) which is to “abide” (meno). We must have an abiding relationship with…
The story of Cain and Abel is one of the most well-known and intriguing stories in the Bible. This story raises many questions, not the least of which is what caused Cain to kill his brother Abel. Family in turmoil is something we have all seen at one time or another. I have seen families…
Does this story sound familiar to you? A young man walks into your church. You eagerly follow up with him, maybe even take him out to lunch. You might even have the chance to lead him to the Lord! As you prioritize your time over the coming weeks, you begin pouring your life into…
Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves…
According to the AARP, “Among married Americans, 58 percent of women age 75 and older experience widowhood, compared to 28 percent of men. An astonishing one-third of women become widows before they’re 60, and half before they are 65.” If you are a married woman, there is a strong chance that you will one day…
Do you ever chafe at the routine things you have to do? Some days I am irked at having to take a shower. I know, I know, people didn’t always bathe every day, and I don’t have to. But if I don’t, I won’t be able to stand myself before the day is over. Then…
“The ministry would be fun if it wasn’t for people!” This was said to me in jest and attempted humor many years ago. There are two questions to consider. Is the goal of ministry to have fun? What ministry would you have if you didn’t have people? Indeed, ministry can often be difficult and not…
What is wrong with the American political scene? Why is there so much corruption and confusion? Why do our leaders seem to be so blind to the very real problems that we are facing? About the time that you think it couldn’t get any worse, our society descends to a new level of depravity. Where…
In his marvelous little book, How to Say No to a Stubborn Habit [i], Erwin Lutzer explains why people who have gotten the victory over life-dominating sins can relapse, and very suddenly, even after decades of growth and spiritual progress. His main points are important for everyone to remember. Nearly every believer has some…