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Why should Christians care about Israel’s story in the Old Testament? From Romans 3:19–20, Dr. John Neufeld shows that Israel is God’s lesson book for the world: the Law names our sin but cannot change our hearts, and even warnings of God’s wrath leave us unchanged. Only the Cross, a rescue that brings life from the dead, can break through.

The Heart of the Gospel: This 25-message series on Romans 1–4 presents us with Christianity 101. It is the basics of our faith, teaching us how we can know for certain that sins are forgiven and what it is to live by faith.

On the surface Chuck Colson had everything but underneath his life was empty. It was only when he accepted Christ the emptiness was filled and he truly began to live.

From Mark 3:7–15, Pastor Chuck Swindoll considers the draining toll of Jesus’ ministry and how the Saviour consistently prioritized the eternal over the temporal, and why believers must face the dangers of living with an overdrawn schedule.

From the Series: Jesus: The Servant at Work, Volume One, A Study of Mark 1:1–6:13

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Through a powerful story about a painting called Peace in the Midst of the Storm and a personal experience of finding unexpected shelter during a rainstorm, this devotional explores how God brings peace in difficult seasons. Sometimes He changes our circumstances, and other times He calms our hearts through His presence while the storm continues. Jesus acknowledges in John 16:33 that we will face trouble in this world, but He also offers the lasting peace that comes from knowing He has overcome it. Discover how to trust God for protection, recognize His care in everyday moments, and find reassurance when you need peace the most.

Highlights

• Understand what biblical peace really means: Learn why true peace is not the absence of hardship but the security of knowing God is with you through it.

• Find refuge in God during difficult seasons: Explore Psalm 46:1 and its reminder that God is always present to provide strength and help in times of trouble.

• Trust God when life feels chaotic: Discover how God can calm the storms around you or bring calm to your heart while you face them.

• Recognize God’s unexpected provision: Reflect on a personal story of finding shelter during a sudden rainstorm and seeing God’s care in an ordinary moment.

• Remember Jesus’ promise of peace: Find encouragement in John 16:33, where Jesus acknowledges life’s troubles while reminding us of His victory over the world.

• Turn to God when fear takes over: Consider how prayer and trust in His presence can help you face uncertainty without feeling alone.

• Reflect on songs about God’s peace and protection: Explore “Sometimes He Calms the Storm,” “A Secret Place,” and “Peace” as musical reminders of God’s comfort during life’s storms.

Click to Listen to Signs of Life: UM News Podcast Season One | UMNews.org

Join us this Fall for Season One of "Signs of Life," an original podcast from UM News. The journey begins in Atlanta, hearing how a book from an icon of the Civil Rights movement is bringing relationship and understanding to two congregations seeking to bridge divides. Then to Belfast, learning about the Northern Ireland Peace Process and the Methodist connection that was—and is—an essential part of healing and peacemaking. Finally, at the Global Young Peoples Convocation in Dublin, explore the world of translation and interpretation through diversity, language and culture.

UM News Podcast Season One | UMNews.org

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When God Calms You

By Alexis A. Goring 

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“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” -

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Paul’s personal testimony demonstrates the power of the gospel to transform lives. It also demonstrates that his gospel comes from God—and so is the true and authentic gospel that must be accepted and believed.

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