When we don’t know who to believe, we desperately need to hear from the One Who says, “I am the Truth” (John 14:6). When we don’t know how to best respond, we need to know personally the One Who says, “I am the Way.” When we are afraid of our future, we need to see the Face of the One …
By: David Haladay – Trinity Christian School, Lubbock TX Watch what you listen to Mark 4:24 “Consider carefully what you hear.” News is a business that uses mind-influencing experts to get you to watch their broadcast. We can watch to gain information, or get “hooked” into the trap. These news items are designed to be negative. As you meditate on …
I recognized the spirit of fear from my experiences in Asia. Massive and arrogant, he boldly swaggered through my mind’s eye, even while our little group prayed fervently for our world. As I watched, he suddenly began to shrink, smaller and smaller until he became microscopic in size. Suddenly, a single, diseased cell appeared in the scene, and this spirit …
My mother was not a harsh woman. She was a quiet individual, only comfortable with lifetime friends. While others flew off the handle, Mother kept her peace. But when she wanted to make a point, my mother did so — in poignant one-on-one conversations. I experienced many of those conversations for she had a higher value on who I was …
“I struggle with depression.” “My thought loops with negative self-talk.” “I can’t seem to shake these feelings of inadequacy.” I hear comments like these all the time. Although our lives are among the most prosperous on the planet, our thoughts swirl with famine and dryness. Why is this? I believe the kingdom of fear is alive and well in our …
Holy Father, As we come to You, we have so much to thank You for. We call upon Your Name and remember Your wonderful deeds which You have already done in ______’s life. (List out some incidents in which You can truly thank Him in this person’s life). Yes, Father we speak of all Your wonders and glory …
“MARK! WATCH OUT!” My husband jerked the steering wheel but still grazed the parked motorcycle with our car. It was the second minor driving accident in two days. Being the calm, soothing wife that I am, I asked, “What’s WRONG with you? You are driving like a mad man. Can’t you SEE????” His negative answer surprised me. “Not …
My husband, Mark, has agreed to finish up my short series regarding our daughter’s accident. Pull up a chair as he walks you through this crisis from a male perspective. You’ll be glad you did. ———————- “After the initial shock of the accident subsided, a new wave of terror came slamming into my world. What steps do I take now …
“My cup overflows” (Psalm 23:5) I don’t know how you have visualized this verse, but I have always pictured some type of large hand pouring liquid into a pewter challis. Yet, a few months ago, the Lord revealed that His overflowing doesn’t work that way at all. Instead of coming from an outside source pouring in, …
“My cup overflows” (Psalm 23:5). Ever been to a restaurant where you asked for refills on something you thought was free – only to find out that you paid for each and every time the waiter brought you a new glass? Yeah, me too. It’s not a pleasant experience, huh? It woulda helped to know which beverage …
