<LISTEN> The story of Esther dares you to believe that God, though hidden, is active. He brings life out of broken things. The apostle Paul wrote, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28). We know God works. …
Shepherds and Swaddling Clothes
Shepherds and Swaddling Clothes by Linda Littlefield On the night of our Savior’s (Baby Jesus) birth, there were shepherds watching their flock. And Angels appeared to them announcing that a child was born. They revealed, “this shall be a sign to you. You will see a baby lying in a manger wrapped in “swaddling clothes”. …
A Prayer for Labor Day*
A man holds his hands in front of him. Fingers intertwined. Here is a prayer appropriate for Labor Day, from the pen of 16th-century French theologian and pastor John Calvin: My God, Father and Savior, since you have commanded us to work in order to meet our needs, sanctify our labor that it may bring …
The Lord’s Prayer recited in the First Nations Version.
The Lord's Prayer recited in the First Nations Version. The First Nations Version is a thought-for-thought translation of the New Testament that uses the tradition of Native storytellers’ oral cultures that resonates in the hearts of First Nations people. Click of image below to watch video. https://youtu.be/sfudPLotVkU The First Nations version of our Jesus Film was released in an animated format …
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The Danger of Wealth*
Time and time again, we read in the Scriptures that wealth and riches are deceptive and dangerous. Jesus even goes as far as to say, "It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." The Bible overwhelmingly conveys that …
Provision of Grace by Max Lucado*
“’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.” When John Newton penned this promise, he did so out of personal experience. His greatest test came the day he buried his wife, Mary. He’d loved her and prayed his death would precede hers. But his prayer was not answered. Yet, …
April & Easter Prayer Update
Continue to Lift Up Ukraine. PRAISE: In my devotional times the past month I’ve been focusing on the book of Romans and reflecting on Paul’s discourse to the believers. I am seeing more of “God’s grace,” as a key theme in this book which is known for theology and biblical truth.My March trips to Florida were fruitful. …
Gratitude – The Key to Financial Balance*
Most of us, if asked, would admit that we want more than we already have. Whether money, relationships, career, or possessions, we're wired to "reach" for more. This isn't always a bad thing. Considering the innovation we've experienced over the past 100 years, and how it's improved life for so many, I'm grateful that we keep reaching …
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January Prayer Updates
PRAISE:1. Holiday television broadcasts were encouraging; the final numbers will be in at the end of the month. Two unexpected, last minute surprises were Bangladesh and Vietnam. Both countries hadn't allowed TV showings of JESUS for 20 years; Bangladesh let the film be shown on a top station and the airing was primetime--at 2:30pm Christmas Day!2. …
Where are you looking for joy and peace?*
Blaise Pascal was a 17th-century mathematician and philosopher who had a dramatic religious experience in his early thirties. Out of that experience came a work entitled “Pensées,” a collection of his ruminations and thoughts. In thinking about his conversion, Pascal wrote this: All complain, princes and subjects, noblemen and commoners, old and young, strong and weak, …
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