God’s Plan for Pain
The view was not good from where Joseph lay. At the bottom of an empty well, he was probably feeling betrayed, hopeless, and alone. Joseph, the… read more
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Enduring Storms
Everyone goes through storms in life. No life is free from encounters with pain, disappointment, struggles, and temptations. We go through… read more
Death Is a Paper Tiger
Read Romans 8:31-39.
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From Eternity Past to the End of Time
Read Romans 8:29-30.
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The Most Glorious Promise
Read Romans 8:28.
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From Groaning to Glory
Read Romans 8:18-27.
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By the Spirit of God
Read Romans 8:5-17.
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In the Heat of Battle
Read Romans 8:2-4.
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No Condemnation
Read Romans 8:1.
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Planting Strong Olive Trees
The roots of olive trees grow in rocky soil. The shoots mature slowly, bearing no fruit until they are seven years old. Even then, the olives the… read more
Shepherding a Child’s Heart
During His earthly ministry, Jesus reserved His harshest criticism for the Pharisees—people who paraded their outward religious piety while… read more
God at the Center
Joshua knew what it meant to stand his ground against the surrounding culture. Today, we need an entire generation of Joshuas—men and women who… read more
Surrender Your Weapon
Every one of us has a weapon; it is something we must each surrender. The weapon you must surrender is your will. Your selfish wants, your ambitions,… read more
Who Can Truly Empower?
Read John 16:12-15 and 1 Corinthians 2:9-16. In these verses, we see that it is the Holy Spirit—the third member of the Trinity, God’s… read more
The Truth About God and About Us
An amazing thing happens as we praise God for all He is and does. We see more clearly the Truth of His nature. We see that He is the unlimited, holy,… read more
When Storms Rage
The waves crashed over the boat’s hull as the storm threatened to capsize it. Water soaked the disciples, and their cold fear matched their… read more
Walking in Truth
The Bible tells us that Satan comes disguised as an angel of light (see 2 Corinthians 11:14). It’s the same with false teachers, who are often… read more
The Business (Not Busyness) of Godliness
Christian theologian J.I. Packer once said, “Modern Christians tend to make busyness their religion.” There are church services and Bible… read more
Satan’s Campaigns
All around us we see the work of Satan. He tempts us to sin. He plants seeds of bitterness, hate, and envy in hearts. He deceives us with his subtle… read more