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Scripture Reading — 1 Peter 4:1-11 They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you. —  1 Peter 4:4 Every person’s story is different and unique. Some people were born into religious homes where strict morals and ethics were taught, and they followed these closely from their earliest days. Some people raised in such homes have a “prodigal child” story (see Luke 15:11-24 ). Still others were brought up apart from religio

Scripture Reading — Acts 2:1-21 “‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.’” —  Acts 2:17 There is an old saying that “Actions speak louder than words.” One of the students in the chaplaincy ministry at our college “oozes” the fruit of the Spirit. His kindness, gentleness, joy, and patience are clearly evident. As people see this, they are attr

Throughout the Psalms, David spoke about God’s specific attributes and actions. This collection of songs and poems can be read as a biography of God—one that relies on the language of praise and adoration to tell His story. Learning about the other person’s character is the basis for genuine love. And since our ability to worship God grows out of our love for Him, that means the true root of praise is knowledge. This is why God instilled in every believer a longing to know mo

Most of us know what it feels like to love someone. We think about him or her often; we share stories and describe attributes so others know how remarkable the person is. In a word, we praise the one we love. In the book of Psalms, that’s exactly how David talked about God. His writings are filled with worship and sentiments such as “Because Your favor is better than life, my lips will praise You” ( Psalm 63:3 ). He also danced with abandon, expressing his passion and devotio

We don't have to earn God's favor. Instead, He gives it as a gift—through the work of Jesus on the cross. Galatians 2:15-16 Paul believed...

Micah 5:2 The Old Testament is filled with prophecies about the coming Messiah. A few of them probably left people wondering how one...

It was a cold and sunny day in January—perfect for sledding down icy hills. Our church community gathered for a fun afternoon on the...

A fun memory on my Facebook page includes ­videos of my grandsons watering the roses in our backyard. The boys have intent looks on their...

When children are small, they pepper us with questions: Why? Where? How? What does that mean? Although at times this may feel annoying to...

You can trust  the Father with everything. every detail of every day of your life. that you will faithfully walk on His path and live out...

Oftentimes the miracles that the Father does is what He does in and through you. You've been given spiritual gifts for the Father's...

You are blessed if you will believe that the Father will fulfil His promises to you. The Father is good and His promises are true. Don't...

Living in a fallen world , will require you to need miracles and favour of the Father. It's your faith in Me that produces an abundance...

There  will be storms of life - storms that flood your spirit with disillusionment, despair and disappointment, but I am with you. And...

4:8 though troubles come, though storms of lite create destruction, there is no need to despair ... you are held by Me. No matter how...

You tend the also desperately need theaten your trose. You your own strength, instead of Mine, in times of trouble. I am right here...

When your wonder pasting down around you, will keep your life from complete destruction. I was in the boat with the disciples, I knew the...

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is...

I am not neglecting your pain or putting off your problems. I I know you are losing hope, I know that your strength is nearly gone. I see...

Troubles will come, often without warning. Don't be surprised I by your situation or give in to the doubt that keeps casting you into...