Faith Fueled by Prayer

The Bible says that we are to live a life of faith (Romans 1:17). We are to “walk by faith, and not by sight,” allowing God’s Word to be our guide in every situation—good or bad (2 Corinthians 5:7). We are not alone in this, however. The “author and finisher of our faith,” Jesus, did … Continue reading Faith Fueled by Prayer

In Harmony

Attending a symphony is a beautiful experience. With a variety of instruments, stirring compositions, and eloquent melodies, we walk away feeling like we have experienced a work of art. While we sit and enjoy the music, so much more is happening than we may realize. The concert is a result of hours of practice by … Continue reading In Harmony

The Promised Land

  The Israelite’s Promised Land In the Old Testament, God consistently spoke to His people about the land He intended for them to possess and occupy. He promised to give it to them so they could multiply into the great nation of Israel. We call it the “Promised Land.” God first promised this land to … Continue reading The Promised Land

Humble Confidence

Many times, we may feel insecure about who we are and what we are called to do in life. We may feel like we’re not good enough to accomplish our life’s assignment. God doesn’t want us to flaunt ourselves pridefully like the world, but He also doesn’t want us to be intimidated. How do we … Continue reading Humble Confidence

Despise the Shame

One evening, my daughter and I reviewed a lesson handout from one of her children’s church classes. Two of the questions were, “What are some things Christians should do that might be embarrassing?” and “How can God help us not to be ashamed of serving Him?” Sadly, we may find things in our walk with … Continue reading Despise the Shame

Don’t Parent Without Church

Parenting can be intimidating. We are responsible for a life! We must feed, clothe, and teach another human to live on this planet. It’s a big responsibility—one given to us by the God of the universe. We will answer to Him one day for how we performed our task. That may sound daunting, but if … Continue reading Don’t Parent Without Church