Anything can become an idol if we consider it more important than God. God is clear that we must not have any idols in our lives as the Bible tells us, โDo not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, and do not place a carved stone in your …
AIMing for impact: A quick, simple method for giving decisions by Heather Larson*
Sometimes it seems as though the opportunities are endless. Another important cause. Another powerful vision or worthwhile investment. The world is full of deep needs, and it can feel like the options for doing good are boundless. It can also seem like thereโs a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …
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September Prayer Update
PRAISE: Overall, it has been a good and fruitful summer, and I have some quality time with a few friends, even with three ministry trips just a few weeks apart. Jesus Film Projectยฎ has relaunched our animated film project โJESUSโ (ASJ) with a new production company (Sunrise Animation Studios of SA) and director (Phil Cunningham) …
Our heart is the true measure of all things.
Labor Day: Honoring Workers โ and the Creator God*
Byย Joseph Slife perceived that there is nothing better for themthan to be joyful and to do good as long as they live;also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil โthis is Godโs gift to man.(Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 ESV) The word "holiday" comes from the Old English word hฤligdรฆg, which means "holy …
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Is Jesus enough for you?*
He had wealth, power, and the rest of his life ahead of him. Though young, he had a significant amount of authority. People noticed when he entered the scene. Yet he was acutely aware that his life was lacking. From each Gospel account, we get a fact about who he is. Matthew tells us heโs young. Mark says heโs …
August Prayer Update
[Yours truly, Pedro Pinto and Bill Prescott.] One of the great benefits of attending our Cru25 Staff Conference last month was the opportunity to network and meet colleagues from across the country, and even the world. Jesus Film has national Regional Strategy Leaders in seven continental areas of the world. Prior to Cru25, I had …
Cheat Sheet of the Enemy Around Money!
by John Rinehart* More money will satisfy you. Most toys and most money wins. Storing up a lot of money is wise. Anxiety about money is normal and reasonable. Money makes you secure. You can love God and money. We should play it safe with money. The love of money is not bad. God wants …
What God did in 2024!
Watch this YouTube video from Josh Newell, my Executive Director. Rejoice in what God did and please join in praying us for even greater fruitfulness in 2025! To Him goes all the glory!
Creative Student-focused Approach, Opens Door & Hearts
Although students typically are not going back to school for another month, I still wanted to share a recent Digital outreach report and how God is using short films online and on social media. Here's one example of how God is changing lives. New Zealand The โcoffee cup strategyโ in New Zealand exemplifies recognizing a significant opportunity โ …
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