No story is more compelling, and no message more essential, than the gospel of Jesus Christ. It is the greatest story ever told because it centers on the greatest person to ever walk this earth. The history of His earthly ministry is perfectly recorded in four complementary accounts—written under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit […]

Stuart Briscoe has compared the life of the average Christian to an old iron bedstead – firm on both ends but sagging in the middle! That is a catchy statement that once described perfectly my own Christian life. I knew I had been saved – firm on that end. I knew that when I died […]

Have you ever prayed for something but didn’t get what you asked for and you felt disappointed? Have you ever experienced a tragedy in life that you didn’t understand and you asked, “God, why did You allow that?” Have you ever had someone let you down? They made a promise but didn’t come through, and it left […]

It’s difficult being content in America anytime.  But would you agree that it’s particularly hard to be content during the Christmas season? Madison Avenue, with their slick marketing schemes, create these desires that say, “I’ve got to have this product! I’ve got to have this gift!” Tis the season to be… discontent! Now there is nothing wrong […]

There are many life changing truths in the Word of God. The most profound truth is this— JESUS CHRIST IS LORD! Some people want to make an artificial distinction between receiving Jesus as your Savior and making Jesus Lord of your life. That distinction is unfounded in the Word of God. And yet, some people make that […]

There is a lot of emphasis today on physical exercise and being physically fit. That’s great. I certainly believe we ought to take care of our bodies. We only get one and unlike your car, you can’t trade it in for a newer model when yours wears out! But the Bible says that spiritual fitness […]

There’s a lot of confusion within the Christian family about what it means to be “filled with the Spirit.” Fortunately, God’s Word can guide us as we seek to answer these questions. We know that the Spirit indwells every believer when he or she accepts God’s free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. We also […]

In Romans 12:2 the Bible says “Do not be conformed to the pattern of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think” (New Living Translation). Other translations say, “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” The fact of the matter is, God is far more interested in changing your mind […]

Are you familiar with the popular game show Jeopardy?  If you’ve seen this show you know it’s just the opposite of most game shows.  The answer is given, and then in essence you must ask the question.  I want to play that little game with you.  I want to give you the answer and see […]

Complaints and grumbling come so much more easily to us than praise and thanksgiving—this in spite of the fact that God has lavished us with His goodness and mercy. His ultimate act of love is His plan to save us from our sins. God has consistently acted on our behalf to bring us to Himself, […]