Hmm falling away – can we fall away from God? This has been the probably one of the most debated questions of all time and one which I guess each of us has our own definition. From what I have… Read More ›
INSPIRATIONAL DEVOTIONS
For Righteousness’ Sake
By Greg Laurie “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” —Matthew 5:10 The great preacher John Wesley was riding along on his horse one day when he realized that… Read More ›
From Worship to War
By Greg Laurie WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Not finding them there, they dragged out Jason and some of the other believers instead and took them before the city council. “Paul and Silas have caused trouble all over the world,”… Read More ›
More Important Than Food
By Greg Laurie SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2013 If you want to learn about God and His ways, then learn to study this wonderful book God has given to us, the Bible. It is the user’s manual to life. It tells… Read More ›
Moans and Groans
WOOHOO – what did we do without all of our modern gadgets – How did we manage?? Its so hard to imagine our world fitting into the world of the late 18th and early 19th centuries – without all of… Read More ›
ALMOST NEVER BORN
TWICE SHE ATTEMPTED ABORTION. Birth mom was exposed to German Measels during her first trimester of pregnancy. Birth mom is a cocaine addict. Birth mom is an alcoholic. Birth mom has every V.D. except for HIV. The father of the baby is 40+ years… Read More ›
Consequences
Joe Long killed a man in 1941. The Great war was horrible, terrible and to put it bluntly a bloody slaughter for all involved. To top it all off the 2nd World War was even more terrifying then the Great… Read More ›
FACING A DECISION
by Neil Anderson January 26 Psalm 25:4 NIV Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths In today’s and tomorrow’s devotionals, I would like to share with you 10 questions you’ll want to ask… Read More ›
A HIGHER PRIORITY
by Neil Anderson January 21 Romans 8:14 For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God Two significant events in my life brought into clear focus the priority of relationship over… Read More ›
A Walking Light Bulb!
By Greg Laurie SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2013 “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” —Matthew 5:16 The religious leaders thought they had eliminated the problem when they… Read More ›
SPRING-LOADED TOWARD THE SPIRIT
by Neil Anderson January 11 Galatians 5:16 Walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh When we first became Christians, we were like one-third horsepower lawn mower engines. We could accomplish something,… Read More ›
The hauntings
Haunting – It’s a strange word – these days we mainly think of something eerie – like spectres/ghosts taking over isolated, dilapidated and crumbling old houses. The Internet tells me that the word also has other meanings like poignant or… Read More ›
SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIVING
by Neil Anderson January 5 Galatians 5:1 We are to grow up in all aspects into Him (Ephesians 4:15). It was for freedom that Christ set us free There are two concepts which determine the victory and fruitfulness of… Read More ›
Not Over Yet
By Greg Laurie Plant your seed in the morning and keep busy all afternoon, for you don’t know if profit will come from one activity or another—or maybe both. —Ecclesiastes 11:6 Saul, later to become the apostle Paul,… Read More ›
Missing the Point
By Greg Laurie And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has enabled me, because He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry, although I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an insolent man; but I… Read More ›
Beware of the Dog!
When I was out walking the other with my beautiful wife – we came across a sign on the fence of a house that said “Beware of the dog” – well they weren’t wrong! Not just one dog but two… Read More ›
The Newtown Tragedy, Two Weeks Later and Questions
Today, two weeks after the Newtown Tragedy, I welcome Pastor T.E. Hanna as a guest blogger to reflect on the Sandy Hook shootings and to tackle a few tough faith related questions. T.E. Hanna is currently completing his final term… Read More ›
NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD
A very Merry Christmas to everyone, may you be blessed in the year to come through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Greg by Neil Anderson December 25 Luke 1:38 Behold, the bondslave of the Lord; be it done to… Read More ›
When you wish upon a star
Disney’s all time No 1 Favourite song ever is – “When You Wish Upon a Star” – WOW – magical lyrics and that tune!!! Man it’s no wonder everyone loves it. So here we go:- “When you wish upon a… Read More ›
Changing in a changing world – round and round we go!
Faithfulness – an amazing word! How many times have we been faithful to someone, a project or a pledge? How many times have we been unfaithful at the same things? This got me thinking this week as I struggled in… Read More ›
Unhappy campers!
Life is just not fair – why do the ‘nice’ people nearly always finish last? Life can be a lot like that – the wicked prosper while the ‘nice’ people always seem to be dragging around the bottom of the… Read More ›
HALF-CENTURY BABY STEPS: A PERSONAL TESTIMONY
As babies, we learn to move by dragging ourselves across floors, scooting around on our bottoms and knee. When we finally make our attempt to stand, we take our first baby steps. Hopefully, there are loving family members cheering us… Read More ›
Giving In To The System
by Neil Anderson December 5 1 Peter 2:4 And coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected by men, but choice and precious in the sight of God “Pastor, I’m a loser,” a high school boy told me… Read More ›
Time for a wardrobe renovation!!
So important these days to look the part, act the part and BE the part – looking good at all times is a MUST – we are judged by our employers, our colleagues and even our family on how we… Read More ›
Big mouth, big trouble, big consequences
Ever regretted something that you have said? I have heaps of times – it is a regrettable thing that the tongue can run away with us at times – maybe two people suddenly find themselves talking about a third –… Read More ›
I have graven you on my hands
Jesus adores you – more than just love – He adores you! How amazing is that? – Jesus was ‘in the beginning’ before time began – He was there with the Father at creation and He adores you! When you… Read More ›
It's Remembrance Day in Australia
What is Remembrance Day? – It is celebrated (If I can use that word) by Commonwealth Countries to remember our armed forces who have died in the line of duty. It is a special day first observed on 11th November… Read More ›
Taking Every Thought Captive
By Neil Anderson Taking Every Thought Captive 2 Corinthians 10:5 We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ. Satan’s perpetual aim… Read More ›
Finding God for Yourself
And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the Lord God of Elijah? And when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went… Read More ›
Forgiving Your Past
By Neil Anderson Ephesians 4:32 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you The second step in resolving past conflicts is to forgive those who have offended you…. Read More ›