The Secret to Leaving a Lasting Legacy
That desire will come true as I spend private time in His presence every day, and as I practice His presence throughout each day.
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Jump to Conclusions and Judge, or Extend Grace?
It’s easy to judge. But maybe we need to ask Jesus to help us see people through His eyes and to extend grace and mercy as He does.
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Are We Praying Spiritual Babble?
Even though God tells us to persevere in prayer, I wonder if we sometimes cross an invisible line from persistence to panic-type praying.
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This Song Will Forever Change Your Life
Yesterday I heard a song that literally stopped me in my tracks. I’ve listened to it many times since, and its lyrics grip my heart each time I hear them.
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Why You Can Do a Victory Dance
Satan tried to kill Christ but failed miserably. And he can’t succeed in his attempts to take us out when Christ lives in us, so celebrate this Easter with joy.
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We’re More Than Overcomers!
As Christ’s followers, we don’t barely survive our trials. We overwhelmingly overcome them like David overcame Goliath because of the power of Christ in us.
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God Pursues You Because He Loves You
God pursues us because He wants relationship with us. He woos us through His written words. He blesses us through the kindness of a friend or stranger.
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Understand These Gifts for Better Relationships
Understanding these motivational gifts–their weaknesses and their strengths alike–helps us better understand our spouse, our kids, and our coworkers.
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What I’m Learning About Prayer
Prayer is more than asking God to meet our needs. It’s actively engaging with the Creator of the universe, the Savior of our souls every minute of every day.
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Trusting God When He Leads on an Illogical Path
If the Lord is our Leader, then we can trust Him and His ways. He knows the dangers that lurk and the battles He wants to avoid on our behalf.
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What a Free Coffee Taught Me About God’s Love
A stranger’s undeserved kindness to me at Starbucks reminded me of God’s undeserved love and mercy to me and to all mankind.
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Healthy Relationships Require Good Communication
Healthy communication is key to a healthy marriage. It’s also key to a vibrant relationship with Jesus. Let’s be intentional to keep both relationships strong.
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What’s the Big Deal About the Holy Spirit?
There’s no way a blog can sum up the Holy Spirit’s role and importance in a believer’s life, but it can leave us with a few nuggets on which to ponder.
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Yielding Our Whims for God’s Plans
God’s plans far outweigh our whims. Let’s choose to trust that in His wisdom and love, He will answer in ways that are always best in the long run.
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Marionetta and Her Five Strings
After her performance, Marionetta hung in the dark, suspended by her five strings. She wished for the light and dreamed to run and play like a real girl.
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Why Good Intentions Aren’t Enough
Good intentions are good, but they’re not good enough. God desires more from us. We need to walk our talk and thereby prove we’re Christ’s disciples.
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How Can We Shine As Lights in a Dark World?
The fundamental step is to spend time in the Light’s presence. Ask Jesus to fill and control us, and His light will shine through us and pierce the darkness.
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In the Beginning God was There
Beginning a new year is like opening a new journal. Each blank page represents opportunities to be discovered, adventures to unfold, truths to be learned.
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Does Prayer Make a Difference?
Absolutely. It doesn’t guarantee the results we want or the timing we wish, but it moves God to action. A recent phone call reminded me of this truth.
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Celebrating Christmas in a World Gone Mad
As we celebrate, remember it’s about more than toys and tinsel. These are good, but Christmas is truly about Jesus Christ, King of kings and Lord of lords.
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Experiencing Jesus, the Prince of Peace
Peace in the face of uncertainty is indeed a gift. Given to us by the Prince of Peace, it’s available to us not only during the Christmas season but year-round.
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Can We Trust Our Lives to God?
Scripture reminds us to yield control and trust the Lord. To close our eyes, let go, and fall into His arms. And He promises: “I will never fail you.”
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How to Experience God’s Supernatural Strength
Read His Word and talk with Him as with a dear friend. Wait on the Lord, and He will give you supernatural strength to face the tasks at hand.
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A Spiritual Solution for Sleeplessness
Remembering who God is gives us the courage and ability to do what He says. It enables us to “be anxious for nothing” and to “give thanks in everything.”
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True Confession is Good for Body and Soul
People gain respect for those who are honest and transparent. And when we admit our faults, others feel free to do the same.
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Where Can We Find Strength When We’re Weak?
Those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ for salvation, that strength is found in the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit.
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Praying in the Power of Jesus’ Name
Because of who Jesus is, praying in His name gives me faith to believe that God will hear and answer in a way that is completely right and in the right timing.
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Finding Hope in Life’s Hard Places
God sees our circumstances and hears our cries. We are not alone–ever. He loves us, honours us, and considers us precious.
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Make Thanksgiving a Way of Life
I suggest we make thanksgiving an attitude for 365 days each year. Imagine the Father’s joy in hearing His children express gratitude as a way of life!
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Tell Faith Stories to the Next Generation
Faith stories make a difference. Let’s take advantage of their influence. Let’s stoke the fire of the next generation’s faith by recalling God’s goodness to us.
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A Lesson Learned on China’s Great Wall
Four days ago I walked on the Great Wall of China. It’s an amazing feat of human engineering considering modern-day machinery and technology didn’t exist.
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Why Praise Empowers Us In Hard Times
Praise diminishes our fear by reminding us that God holds us and controls every detail of our lives. We can rest in His wisdom and ways.
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Why I’m Committed to Expressing Gratitude
God’s word tells us to give thanks in everything. And after returning to Nepal, I realize afresh how easy that should be for me.
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A Divine Appointment Enroute to Kathmandu
I believe it’s Henry Blackaby who says, “God is at work at all times and in all places.” I saw that yesterday while aboard our flight from Vancouver to Asia.
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How Nepal Changed My Life Forever
I chose to thank God for my mud and rock hut, the neighbors who stopped by daily, and their patience. As I began to express gratitude, God changed my heart.
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Lessons Learned From a One-Year-Old
Whatever challenges you face, know that you’re not alone. Jesus is with you, and He promises to set your feet on solid ground and keep you from falling.
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