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
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Greater Than the Giant
1 Samuel 17 contains the story of David and Goliath, a true story of how God used what seemed small and impossible to defeat what seemed so big and undefeatable. It’s an inspiring story that contains principles we can all apply to our lives during hardship. God simply wants us to look at our “giants” … Continue reading Greater Than the Giant
The Power of Prayer
As we watch the news, we may be overwhelmed by the surge of evil in the earth today. It can be disheartening and overwhelming. But God has told us to “be of good cheer” because He has “overcome the world” (John 16:33). One of the ways we overcome the world and the devil is through … Continue reading The Power of Prayer
7 Effects of Fear
The world gives you many reasons to fear. Violence, sickness, and financial crisis are just a few. But regardless of the reasons, God clearly tells you not to fear (Isaiah 41:10). He is not the creator of it, and He does not give it (1 Timothy 1:7). When you are faced with opportunities to fear, … Continue reading 7 Effects of Fear
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