It’s no secret among Christians that we are in the midst of a major battle. Our battle is not physical but is instead made up of emotional, mental and spiritual challenges in the areas of relationships, health, finances, and even our faith. Ephesians 6:12 puts it this way: “ … ...
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A Challenge to Change Your Life
Native Venezuelan and current New York resident, Michelle Poler has created a life challenge for herself all because of a required art project. Poler’s challenge-Live 100 days without fear. No, she has not used the project to overcome the typical bungee jumping or parachuting, fears but rather she has chosen ...
Read More »Christian Community Divided Over Gospel Rap Song
The very controversial song, “I Luh God,” by Erica Campbell is what’s trending in gospel music today. It’s named the number-one digital gospel song in the country. Last week, it topped the Billboard’s Top Current Gospel Chart. Erica Campbell is one of two sisters from the once very popular duo, ...
Read More »God is the Ultimate Matchmaker
In our culture today there is so much emphasis placed on “finding the one.” And for those of us who are single, it can sometimes feel like overwhelming pressure. It can be confusing for singles to navigate how to walk in alignment with God’s will while still having the desire ...
Read More »Refuse Foolishness, Choose God’s Wisdom–For Your Own Good
“The foolishness of God is wiser than man’s wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man’s strength.” 1 Corinthians 1:25 Mopeds and scooters are little and cute. Some of them are even fancy. I, myself, entertained the thought of getting one a few years ago, thinking it would ...
Read More »The Standing Ovation That Jesus Christ Gave
Friends, I’m sure many of you are watching the Cavs and the Warriors go at it in the NBA Finals. These games have a lot of intensity, even for the fans. It’s not uncommon for someone to rise out of their seat when their team makes an amazing dunk or ...
Read More »Wealth and Wisdom: What I wish I’d Known as a Teen
Have you ever thought of financial debt as a demonic system used to trap people? One of the first things I received in my college mailbox as a freshman was a credit card offer. I’d been warned about credit cards, but I didn’t realize debt was a sin. “Pay to all ...
Read More »A Prayer for Divine Healing at a High School Graduation
It began as a typical graduation ceremony at Clay-Chalkville High School in Clay, Alabama. There were the usual speeches and the presentation of diplomas. Then things changed dramatically! Someone yelled, “Medic.” A medical emergency ensued. At the urging of the school librarian, one of the seniors, Christian Crawford, went to ...
Read More »Is an Emotional Affair Adultery?
The Great Gatsby, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is an allegorical novel of the 1920’s representing the American dream that “Life is a beautiful and bountiful land.” Focusing primarily on the wealthy class, Fitzgerald depicts poignantly the grandeur lifestyle of the rich including continuous parties, dirty money, and secret affairs. ...
Read More »Fall in Love with Jesus All over Again
Do you remember how it was when you first fell in love with Jesus? I mean, when you discovered that He’s really real and very much alive? You know, back when He was the center of your attention and the love of your life? Can you recall when you made ...
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