There is a saying in the Middle East. Roughly translated, it goes like this: "Your enemy will count to you every one of your faults, but a… read more

Some people love silence; others detest it. Some are not happy unless there is noise. And then there are others who long for quiet solitude. There… read more

God had assured Abraham that his promised offspring would come from his own body (see Genesis 15:4), but Abraham and Sarah were old enough to be… read more

After ten years of waiting for God's promises to come true, Abraham needed assurance. He had faith that God would do what He said He would do,… read more

Abraham, with his small band of 318 trained men from his household, had just defeated the four kings led by Kedorlaomer and their armies—armies… read more

In Genesis 13-19, we see the difference between godly wisdom and worldly wisdom embodied in Abraham and his nephew Lot. Once they separate at the… read more

When God commands us to begin counting stars, it can be easy to abandon the call when circumstances in our lives begin to obscure our vision. … read more

Imagine looking up at the evening sky in the desert somewhere in the Middle East thousands of years ago. Think of all the brilliant stars you would… read more

Sadly, it is a common story in the Christian life that God calls us to something wonderful, but we settle for something mediocre along the way and… read more

Read John 4:46-53. … read more

Read Psalm 129:1-8. … read more

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Read Philippians 4:10-13. … read more

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Have you ever played the comparison game? The rules are simple: Look at what other people have or do, and then desire those things or accomplishments… read more

As you search for comfort in your frustrations, learn how to identify the specific sources of impatience in your life. What are some common causes of… read more