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12 Ways to Love Your Wayward Child

Abraham Piper — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:01:00 GMT

Many parents are brokenhearted and baffled by their unbelieving children. I've never been one of these parents, but I have been one of these sons. Reflecting back on that experience, I offer these suggestions to help you reach out to your wayward child.

God for Us ~ Romans 8:31-39

R.C. Sproul — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:53:00 GMT

We may feel at times that God has departed from us. How do we counter such feelings? Apart from God's sovereign grace, how can we be safe for all eternity?

Francis Schaeffer's Struggle for Spiritual Reality

Alex Crain — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:25:00 GMT

Francis Schaeffer had become a joyless Christian man. Then something profound happened. How did he honestly face down his severe crisis of joylessness? How can we do the same?

The Quest for Mere Christianity

Jim Belcher — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:41:00 GMT

It has been said that evangelical Christians have a “pathological tendency to fragment.” Is there any common ground upon which to unite? In his recent book, Deep Church, Jim Belcher says that there most certainly is. (Read more)

The 10 Stupidest Leadership Mistakes I've Made

Tony Morgan — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 05:49:00 GMT

Fortunately, I’ve been able to avoid some mistakes by learning from the mistakes of others.

Features

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Spiritual Life

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Should Christians Confess Sin?

J. Carl Laney — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:42:00 GMT

Is the Bible Reliable for Truth about Jesus Christ?

Aaron Menikoff — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:01:00 GMT

Why should anyone believe that what the Bible has to say is true? Isn’t the belief in the historicity of biblical texts similar to faith that Zeus reigned from Mount Olympus?

Should Christians Go into Politics?

Chuck Colson — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 05:57:00 GMT

It's getting ugly out there as we ready for the next presidential election. Does this mean Christians ought to avoid the cutthroat business of politics?

How should I deal with my anger?

Adrian Rogers — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 05:35:00 GMT

When you are quick to get angry, you can lose so much – your job, friends, children, wife, health, testimony – there is nothing more debilitating to your Christian testimony than for you to fly off the handle.

How Do I Find a Good Church?

Hank Hanegraaff — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

This question has taken on added significance in recent years because of the massive impact televangelism has had on our culture. In all too may cases, worship has been replaced with entertainment, and fellowship has been transformed into individualism. In view of these cultural developments, it is critical that Christians have a handle on the ingredients of a healthy well-balanced church.

Is it wrong for God to seek a greater display of His own glory through human suffering?

J. Carl Laney — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 05:48:00 GMT

Why does God allow suffering, which He could prevent, thus making our lives happier?

J. Carl Laney — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 04:02:00 GMT

The Bible teaches that "God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose" (Rom. 8:28). It is reassuring to know that when God allows suffering, which He could prevent, He is accomplishing something good.

Is it really possible to give thanks in everything?

Greg Laurie — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Colossians 3:17 instructs us to give thanks in everything. Is it really possible to do that even when bad things happen?

What does it mean to take the Lord's name in vain?

John Piper — Mon, 11 May 2009 06:01:00 GMT

What was the most spectacular sin ever committed?

John Piper — Mon, 11 May 2009 05:15:00 GMT

Finding Peace in Times of Distress

Kay Arthur — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:11:00 GMT

Where do you run when you need peace? Is your first response to go looking for a person or to pick up the phone?

What are Your God-Given Abilities?

Dan Miller — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:18:00 GMT

Do you think you're stuck? Do you think you don't have any unusual talents or the right degrees? You may have more abilities than you think...

Freedom Through Forgiveness

Dr. Michael Youssef — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 06:46:00 GMT

You may have been in the right, and you may be deeply wounded, but refusing to forgive those who have hurt you leads only to personal bondage. The bondage of an unforgiving heart can make you feel powerless, hateful, angry, and bitter. It disconnects you from others.

A Recipe for Christian Maturity

John Barnett — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:17:00 GMT

First preheat the oven (trials)...

Instant Replay

David Jeremiah — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 06:50:00 GMT

Is an unconfessed sin replaying itself over and over in the depths of your conscience? In His mercy, the Lord sent a friend to confront David. At last, the hidden thing was known, out in the open to be dealt with. Psalm 51 is David's prayer of confession and repentance.

"From Rahab to Rehab" - Then & Now - Week of February 8

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:00:00 GMT

By faith the prostitute Rahab... was not killed with those who were disobedient (Heb. 11:31). Interesting the theology you discover in unusual places.

"Responding to Hostile Fire" - A Word with You - Feb. 8, 2010

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:12:00 GMT

When they hurled their insults at Him, He did not retaliate (1 Pet. 2:23). When someone is shooting at you, turn the controls over to Jesus.

"In Order" - Daily Disciples - Feb. 7, 2010

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 06:14:00 GMT

The sons of Aaron the priest shall put fire on the altar, and lay the wood in order on the fire (Lev. 1:7). Our God is a God of order and He takes it very seriously.

"Cracks in the Wall" - Day by Day - Feb. 6-7, 2010

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:05:00 GMT

You hypocrites, rightly did Isaiah prophesy of you: 'This people honors me with their lips' (Matt. 15:7-8). The longer I live the less I know for sure.

"A Real Place for Real People" - Greg Laurie Daily Devotion - Feb. 5, 2010

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:07:00 GMT

He has prepared a city for them (Heb. 11:16). If we are heavenly minded, then it will affect the way we are living on earth.

Write as You Read Your Bible

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Are you getting the most out of reading the Bible? Make sure that you are getting into the Word - and that the Word is getting into you.

How to Read the Bible Theologically

J.I. Packer — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT

J.I. Packer - To read the Bible "theologically" means to read the Bible "with a focus on God."

Make Appointments with God

Whitney Hopler — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Prioritize a daily quiet time, and spending time with God will become a delight instead of a chore.

Lectio Divina: Ancient Practice Yields Fresh Messages

Whitney Hopler — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:19:00 GMT

"Sacred reading," is a very old technique that just might enrich your study of God's Word.

People of the Book?

T.M. Moore — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Ministry of the Word in your Life

You Were Made for Ministry (Ephesians 2:1-10)

Michael Milton — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:42:00 GMT

Before you leave today, I am praying that God will give you a new identity: I am a minister.

The Eight Habits of Spiritually Healthy People

Dr. John Barnett — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 05:01:00 GMT

How hard is it to die when you have so much wealth? Psalm 116 teaches us eight habits that can keep us spiritually healthy until death.

How Paul Worked to Overcome Slavery

John Piper — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:22:00 GMT

In his letter to Philemon, Paul does at least 11 things that work together to undermine slavery, whether that bondage is economic, racial, or sexual.

A Church Where People Come to Know Christ

Mike Glenn — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 05:08:00 GMT

Why can we talk so easily about church, and yet we don’t know what to say about Jesus?

Esther - Introduction to Study

Thomas Klock — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The examples of Esther and her cousin Mordecai can teach us much, as can other principles we can draw from their experiences, and help us to make a difference for God in our world.