Purpose & Identity

Twice in the Bible believers are referred to as “pilgrims.” The apostle Peter wrote, “Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul” (1 Peter 2:11). The author of Hebrews also used this term to describe the Patriarchs: “These all died in faith, not having received the …

Thanksgiving: From a ‘Pilgrim’s’ Perspective Read More »

When some Christians hear the words “forgive” or “forgiveness,” it might bring up feelings of grief, painful memories or bitterness and resentment toward others. Yet, other believers feel warmth in their hearts, followed by relief and the joy of reconciliation. But the one thing believers who cannot find it in their hearts to forgive those …

Why Are So Many Christians Unwilling to Forgive? Read More »

Believers must live and move in a spirit of faith. Faith comes from hearing the Word of God, knowing God and growing in our understanding of who He is, His power, His abilities, His motives, His heart and His values. The way to love God is to know God. As you come to know Him, …

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I remember in 1980 a song was released by John Lennon after years of anguish and reclusion in his personal life. The song was called “Starting Over,” and it captured the readiness in his heart to embrace a fresh start both personally and professionally and move on with life. Sadly, however, Lennon was shot dead …

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God’s Word is timeless, eternal and cannot return void. Marilyn Hickey, in one of her classic teachings, explains why your most important asset is your attitude. Attitude is more important than facts. Your attitude is more important than your past, your education, your money, your circumstances, your failures, your successes and it’s more important that …

This Is Your Most Important Asset in God’s Eyes Read More »

Do we all have an appointed or chosen time to die? Does God control the timing of death, and when it happens is it always His will? We have all heard it said, “You never know when it’s your time” or “God took him home.” When a baby dies they say that God must have …

Do We Have A Chosen Time To Die? Read More »

Religion in the Netherlands was historically dominated by Christianity between the 10th and 20th centuries. In the late 19th century, roughly 60% of the population was Calvinist and 35% was Catholic. That was before its dalliance with secularism. Now, a mere 100 years later, most Dutch people are in the firm grip of secular ideology …

With Their Freedoms Teetering, American Christians Must Take This Responsibility Read More »

Amidst a record level of Hispanic involvement in American politics, conservative activists and leaders from various faith-based organizations are highlighting the significant role that the Hispanic community is poised to play in preserving godly, conservative values in America. The recent panel discussion at the Family Research Council’s Pray Vote Stand Summit shed light on “The …

The Rising Influence of This Powerful Group May Save America’s Godly Values Read More »

I want us to grasp this: The only reason we are a child of God is because of the fact that the Father sovereignly brought us to Himself. “No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up on the last day” (John 6:44). Sometimes, …

Rabbi Kirt Schneider: Connecting These 2 Things Will Bring You Godly Fulfillment Read More »

I remember many years ago, when I was in fifth grade in elementary school, I thought of myself as a class clown, always telling jokes and acting up in class. One day, after I had been extra distracting, my teacher asked me to stay after class so she could talk to me. I thought she …

Are They Laughing with Us or At Us? Read More »

Winston Churchill was the no-nonsense prime minister of England during the Second World War. He insisted that “those who fail to learn from history are doomed to relive it.” Whether it’s learning hard life lessons in high school, a careless word or two that causes extreme fallout in a job or relationship, or even a …

Christians: Troublers or Troubleshooters? Read More »

Here is the one lie the enemy wants every believer to own: “You are too old or the promises you once believed for are for someone younger and that you are now past.”  The body of Christ is in transition and of course there will be an army of young people being activated in the …

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