The Power of Kindness
Kindness is one of the most underestimated forces in the Christian life. We often think of it as something small and optional. But Biblically, kindness is anything but insignificant. In Scripture, the word “kindness” (“chesed” in Hebrew, “chrestotēs” in Greek) describes a steady, loyal, active goodness that does not diminish based on circumstances. It doesn’t […]
Live This Year Like It’s Your Last
“Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13–14 Paul the apostle lived with urgency, and […]
God Speaks—Learning to Listen
God speaks. He speaks all of the time. We simply need to learn to listen. I recently heard an excellent message about how God speaks, delivered by David Gibbs, founder of the Christian Law Association. I want to share three of the examples he gave us. “And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him […]
Be Better In 2026
For years, it seemed I had the same dreary goals for the New Year—get more fit, make more money, pay off debt, and a plethora of other usual physical goals. But did these goals satisfy my soul and make me a better person? Nope. I was never satisfied by those goals. That’s because I needed […]
A Brave New Year: Getting Ready for 2026
On the brink of the New Year, I felt myself getting anxious. I began to wonder how I would have the time and resources to accomplish the tasks God has given me. Ugh! But—this is why I’m so grateful for God’s Word, which reminds me that if I’m following God’s plan, then—HE will accomplish it […]
Mercy, A Path to God’s Presence
It was a Friday morning, and I was exhausted from the week. I woke up, and my mind began to immediately mull over all the problems of the week—especially with a particular person who often causes me angst! Ah, but God has been working on me! He has been patiently teaching me how to take […]
The Warrior’s Prayer for Persecution of Christians
Recently, God has been waking me up at all hours of the night and prompting me to pray for Christians who are being persecuted and killed for their faith. I asked the Lord, “How do I pray effectively and fervently for them?” God is so good! He gave me some ideas and laid it on […]
Renewed After Christmas: Get Ready for the Race
“Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the air. But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.” 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 The day after Christmas always carries a quiet shift. The anticipation of Christ’s […]
The Greatest Gift of Christmas:Our Savior
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; Those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them a light has shined. You have multiplied the nation and increased its joy…for You have broken the yoke of his burden and the staff of his shoulder, the rod of his […]
The Best Gifts of Christmas: Peace
“For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 On Christmas Eve, we are reminded of the mystical paradox of Christ’s coming. The Prince, who would […]