When called to confront controversial issues, most of us will be tempted to sacrifice personal integrity in a misguided attempt…

The difference between sanctified ambition and human ambition is simple. Sanctified ambition originates in the heart of the Father and…

Although the crucifixion of Jesus appeared to be a tragic miscarriage of justice, it was not. He was not a…

After their children are grown and gone, many a parent realizes that for all of their good intentions, they have…

We can’t always control our circumstances or what others think about us or how they treat us, but we can…

I believe God is near even when I cannot sense His presence. I believe He loves me even when I…

When we succumb to temptation, we have a choice. We can deny our sin and pretend that we have not…

Marathoners talk of “breaking through the wall.” They run until they are on the verge of collapsing. By sheer determination…

Most of your devotional time will be discipline without immediate benefits. Don’t let that discourage you. Consider the analogy of…

If you are just beginning your devotional life, it is important to approach it realistically. Nothing undermines determination faster than…