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How Do We Fight Our Spiritual Battles?

We know in our minds that we wouldn’t even exist if God had not designed us. We probably have heard or read Scriptures about God being the source of our strength. But, as we go about our daily routines, do we sometimes forget that we, as Christians, are in a spiritual battle and that HeContinue reading “How Do We Fight Our Spiritual Battles?”

The Lord Deserves Our Praise!

“It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High,proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night . . .” (Psalm 92:1-2 New International Version). Psalm 92 is a beautiful praise song. It expounds upon God’s character and lists many blessings we receive from God. We praise God forContinue reading “The Lord Deserves Our Praise!”

Spiritual Beings Created in the Image of God

by Beth Fore Human beings are the greatest and most complex things God created.  The human body is composed of many different systems, each of which is a miraculous wonder within itself.  The fact that the systems all work together in harmony and accomplish their purposes, even under stress and duress, is a marvelous featContinue reading “Spiritual Beings Created in the Image of God”

Jesus said, “Take Heart!”

In John 16:33 (New International Version), Jesus addresses two conflicting themes when he said, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” PERHAPS the reason we feel somewhat overwhelmed when trouble comes is becauseContinue reading “Jesus said, “Take Heart!””

Joy on Our Journey

by Jo Umberger Have you ever noticed that some Christians seem to be joyful most of the time? Are they simply happy with their circumstances? Perhaps they have always made it a habit to smile, which makes them appear to be joyful, even if they are suffering inwardly. Or are they truly aware of God’sContinue reading “Joy on Our Journey”

Can I Be Free From Worry?

by Jo Umberger There was a time in my life when I thought I would scream if one more person said to me, “Just don’t worry about it.” “Just,” I thought. “Apparently you think refraining from worry is a simple proposition!” Honestly I had no idea how to stop worrying. “But what if we don’t have enoughContinue reading “Can I Be Free From Worry?”

3 Things to Make Your Heart Brighter

by Jo Umberger If there were three simple things you could do to ease your mind and heart, grow closer to God, and increase your joy, how fast would you run toward them? Consider how our lives would change if we were to practice this Scripture consistently and daily. “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in allContinue reading “3 Things to Make Your Heart Brighter”

I Ask You for a Miracle, Father

by Beth Fore “Ask and it will begiven to you; seek andyou will find; knock andthe door will be opened toyou.  For everyone who asksreceives; he who seeksfinds; and to him whoknocks, the door willbe opened.” (Matthew 7:7-8 NIV) I Ask You for a Miracle, Father I ask You for a miracle, Father,that You willContinue reading “I Ask You for a Miracle, Father”