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Ever wonder why bad things happen to good people?
You could look at it this way: Only one time did a bad thing happen to a good person. That person was Christ. The bad thing that He suffered was the punishment that our sins deserved. We are only good
Could YOUR circumstances be a set up for A Pat on the Back?
How often do you see people more concerned about getting a job done right than they are about saving their necks? Too seldom, right? But when we do — when we see a gutsy human taking a few risks —
Keep talking to God..Get to Know Him!
Only when we know someone can we truly trust him. The same can be applied to God. If you open the door to the God of the universe whose essence is Love, if you sit at His feet, if you
Draw Near To God…Let Him Draw Near To YOU!
In the Old Testament, we read about the tabernacle that God had his people build. This large tent-like structure was the physical reminder of God's presence with his people. Later that tabernacle was replaced with a temple, which served the
God is Using Where You Are Lead You to Where He Wants You To Be!
Life can oftentimes be very overwhelming,very draining and it can wear you out. Jesus wants to help you win the battles that you currently face in life if you will invite Him into your circumstances. Jesus wants to help protect
When Things Look Hopeless Turn To God!
Elisha promised a son to a childless woman; he proclaimed this miracle and it came to pass exactly as he had predicted. But a few years later, tragedy struck. The little boy died. In her darkest moment, this mother, smitten
Still Waiting on Your New? Super-Size Your Prayers!
How big is too big? How much is too much? Is there a limit to what I can ask of God? Evidently, not. It’s as if God dares me, “Go ahead, push my limits. There are none! Do you want
Live Simply in Your November!
The call to live simply and with contentment is not easy. I am not there, but I’m trying. But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.
The Enemy Might Be Relentless and Strong, But God Is Stronger!
How long is God’s reach? It is further than your enemy’s. The battles we engage in, the Bible tells us, are not related to flesh and blood, that is, human beings; we are rather engaged in combat with fallen angels
As You Get Rewired, Keep the Power Supply Open!
The Holy Spirit is not enthusiasm, compassion, or bravado! He might stimulate such emotions, but he himself is a person. He determines itineraries (Acts 16:6), distributes spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:7-11), and comforts (John 16:7 KJV). Jesus promised the following
Four Great Needs Only God Can Fulfill
Everyone has human needs that go beyond the physical. If we have food, water, and shelter, we can survive. But to truly thrive, there are spiritual and emotional needs that we all have. We all strive to find ways to
Can YOU Trust God enough to be tossed?
Swimming at the Gretna pool is a fine way to while away a Sunday afternoon — especially when you’re wading in the water with church friends and church kids. I was minding my own business in the shallow end when
When God’s Plans Differs From Yours! A Msg. For You!
Life's problems and troubles can drain you out and almost make you feel like you are having the life choked out of you! It doesn't have to be that way! You don't have to suffer and walk the lonesome road
The Fullness of His Power!
While reading a few passages from the book of Philippians recently, my eyes were fixed on the seventh verse of chapter two (Philippians 2:7). I’ve read many Bible translations of this passage, but this one included the words, “emptied Himself”
