How God Inspires Ambitious Generosity Article by Marshall SegalStaff writer, desiringGod.org MARCH 24, 2021 If we do not learn how to lay up treasures in heaven, we will inevitably settle for the treasures of earth — and miss out on something far more lasting and satisfying. When we hear, “Lay up treasures in heaven,” it might sound like, …
Reflections on Christ’s Crucifixion
BY RANDY ALCORN MARCH 31, 2021 Photo by John Thomas on Unsplash At the beginning of this Passion Week, it’s fitting that we turn our eyes to the cross. No tragedy could be greater than God’s blameless Son being slaughtered without mercy in horrid crucifixion. Yet as a result of His suffering, countless people will spend eternity with God in …
HEARTFELT PRAYERS*
A Prayer by William Barclay: O God, Our Father, we know our own weakness.Our minds are darkened, and by ourselves we cannot find and know the truth.Our wills are weak, and by ourselves we cannot resist temptation, or bring to its completion that which we resolve to do.Our hearts are fickle, and by ourselves we cannot …
A Man’s Heart Plans …*
Tom Selleck is an acting legend, inspiring and capturing the hearts of generations of Americans through his persuasive roles in numerous television shows and films. While he is one of the most successful people in the media industry, he has not always been as successful in all things. As a student at University of Southern …
St. Patrick’s Breastplate — A Prayer*
Written centuries ago by St. Patrick, this is a profound and simple prayer for protection.
Cru 2021 Lent Devotional; “Ashes to Resurrection.”
Wherever you find yourself during this season of Lent, Jesus’ call to you remains what it’s always been, a season of reflection.
Confessions of a Recovering Evangelist by Doug Pollock*
In a society full of people who would rather speak than listen, people are starving for someone who is willing to offer them their ears. Years ago, I flew to Colorado to help people increase the quantity and the quality of their God conversations in a church in Colorado Springs. On the shuttle ride over …
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The wrong shall fail, the right prevail*
You’re probably familiar with the Christmas song “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” It’s a well-loved classic that has seemed incredibly poignant over the years. Here's the words and there rest of the story.
On Becoming a Gospel Patron*
Theirs were among the most profitable investments ever made. One led to the translation, printing, and distribution of the English Bible — no less than the English Reformation. Another led to the gospel being heard by millions. And a third helped lead to the abolition of slavery in Great Britain. History rightly ties such God-glorifying, …
What is Biblical Stewardship?*
Defining Stewardship: According to Webster's Dictionary, there are three definitions given to the English word steward: A person who looks after the passengers on a ship, aircraft, or train and brings them meals.An official appointed to supervise arrangements or keep order at a large public event, for example, a sporting event.A person employed to manage …
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