The “prosperity gospel” is a trend in many churches, especially some of the mega-churches, that suggests a person may become wealthy in one of two ways. The first is strictly through faith in God and His desire to make the individual wealthy. Failure to achieve wealth means you simply didn’t ...
Read More »God-Breathed Hymnbook
The Book of Psalms contains a collection of prayers, poems, and hymns that focus the worshiper’s thoughts on God in praise and adoration. The Greek verb form, which the noun ‘psalm’ comes, basically denotes the “plucking or twanging of strings” indicating an association with musical accompaniment. Psalms served as the ...
Read More »Parents Just Don’t Understand…Or Do They?
Parents Just Don’t Understand…Or Do They? By Joel B. Throughout the generations, teens have always sought to have a certain amount of independence within the family setting. They like to be able to make important choices on their own and have privacy when they feel the need arises. Many teens ...
Read More »Fighting With Yourself
Fighting With Yourself By Joel B. Have you ever had a conflict with someone that you felt was necessary, but in the end you just end up feeling guilty about it? Have you ever been called to do something by the Lord and feel like obstacles keep falling in your ...
Read More »Facing the Giant Head On
“King, send me. I can fight the giant. I’m not afraid. I have to fight lions and bears with just a rock a sling, and the power of God. Why should I be afraid of a giant bully especially one named Goliath?” After trying on the king’s armor, David realized ...
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