Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” The Hebrew word “way” is a word that is used in the Bible to mean “the… Read More ›
INSPIRATIONAL DEVOTIONS
Finding Christ At An Early Age
I am tired of hearing people play down childhood conversions. It is almost like they are saying it is wrong to lead a child to Christ. It is wrong not to lead a child to Jesus Christ! This idea that… Read More ›
Finding God's Way Through God's Word
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6). No if’s, and’s, or but’s about it…if you trust Him, He… Read More ›
The Difference Between Wisdom And Knowledge
There’s nothing wrong with knowledge. We all need knowledge. But knowledge is learned; wisdom is given. Knowledge comes by looking around; wisdom comes by looking up. Knowledge comes from study; wisdom comes from meditation. Wisdom is the way to apply… Read More ›
Things That Count
Do you consider yourself religious? Paul remembered the time when he was religious but he was lost. When God saved him, he discovered that in spite of his religion and legalism, he was bankrupt, blind and bound for hell. Not only did this… Read More ›
Point The Devil To The Word Of God
A young man went to a Bible crusade, and the preacher was preaching from John 5:24 which says, “Verily, verily I say unto you, he that heareth My word and believeth on Him that sent Me, hath everlasting life, and… Read More ›
God May Hurt, But Never Harm You
God will hurt you, but God will not harm you. Do you like that idea? Maybe not. You say, “I don’t like the idea of God hurting me.” God loves you too much to leave you self-sufficient. God will protect… Read More ›
God's Protective Angels
God will protect you, but He will not pamper you. Now Genesis 32:1 says, “Jacob went on his way and the angels of God met him. When Jacob saw them he said, ‘This is God’s host.’” God’s host means God’s… Read More ›
God Uses Broken Things
Did you know that God likes broken things? Men throw away broken things, but God never ever uses anything until He first breaks it. David said in the Psalms, “A broken and contrite spirit, Thou wilt not despise, O God.”… Read More ›
What Is Your Name?
God will break you, but He desires to bless you. The angel said to Jacob, “What is thy name?” And he replied, “Jacob.” Now, the word “Jacob” itself means “supplanter,” conniver — in modern English, con-artist. Do you think God… Read More ›
Others…
There is a story that is told of Salvation Army founder William Booth. In his later years and in frail health, he was invited to say a word of encouragement to a convocation. Unable to attend, he sent a telegram… Read More ›
God Gave Children A Will
We cannot always choose for our children because God has given your children a will. You say, “Well, Pastor, what about the proverb that says ‘Train up a child in the way that he shall go, and when he is… Read More ›
Trying, Not Trusting For Blessing
Now if ever there was a guy that was shady, it was old Jacob. Esau despised his birthright and Jacob wanted it. Jacob wanted the right thing…he had a heart for God…but he couldn’t trust God for it. The blessing… Read More ›
Witnessing Through Laughter
When God’s people got right with Him, notice what happened: Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, “The Lord hath done great things for them.” The Lord hath done… Read More ›
The Difference Between Happiness And Joy
Sin promises joy, but it never delivers. Why? Because true joy is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ. You can be a lost person and be happy for a while. But what I’m talking about here is not happiness,… Read More ›
Fixing Your Heart
Did you know that God tells us to “flee fornication” at least 27 times in the Bible? When I was in college, I kept a motto on my desk that said: “He who would not fall down ought not to… Read More ›
A Thankful Heart Is A Joy-Filled Heart
“These things have I spoken unto you, that My joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.” John 15:11 Did you know that a Christian without joy is a contradiction in terms? If you are right with… Read More ›
The Most Harmful Sin
When a man or woman commits adultery, what kind of a sin do they commit? First of all, they sin against themselves. First Corinthians 6:18 says, “Flee fornication. Every sin that a man does is without the body; but he… Read More ›
The Reason For The Cross
Suppose someone were to come up to you and punch you in the nose. And suppose in an act of compassion you were to say to that person, “I forgive you.” And suppose they responded, “There’s no need for you… Read More ›
He Directs Our Steps
Our every step in life is the subject of divine decree. And though a man will plan out his course, it is God who ultimately directs his steps. “The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in… Read More ›
Your Job As A Parent
The Bible says, “As an eagle stirreth up her nest, fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, taketh them, beareth them on her wings” (Deuteronomy 32:11). What is an eagle doing when she does this? She is teaching her… Read More ›
God's Laws For Our Welfare
Have you ever gotten the idea that if you live according to God’s laws, you’re going to miss out? The truth is if you don’t live according to God’s law, you’re going to miss out! I hear young people talking… Read More ›
Let The Fire Fall
Surely, there has never been a more critical time for a Christ-honoring, soul-saving fire from heaven revival! In the book of 1 Kings, we learn of a time similar to what we are experiencing today and it gives us application… Read More ›
Moral Impurity – A Sin Against Society
Did you know that God built the home before He instituted government and before He built the church? His plan was, and still is, one man for one woman until death do them part. But the devil has aimed the… Read More ›
Inspect The Fruit
We live in a generation that talks a lot about the gifts of the Spirit, like prophecy, tongues, miracles, helps, and giving. Many are saying, “This is my gift, what is your gift?” “How can I know my gift? How… Read More ›
Make A Leap Of Faith
There comes a time when you have to make a leap of faith. Faith goes beyond logic. When Jesus was with those tired, hungry people following Him, He called to Phillip, “How are we going to feed these people? There… Read More ›
Lay Aside Every Weight
Many of us are carrying extra weight. The Bible says we are to “lay aside every weight.” When I was a young man, I used to be on the track team, and when I would run, I would get the… Read More ›
Faith Is the Heart’s Response to God’s Character
What is faith? Faith is the heart’s response to the character of God. When Jesus Christ came to this earth, He left behind all the splendor, all the glory, all that is in heaven. What do you think Jesus looked… Read More ›
What To Do With Your Burdens
“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of… Read More ›
God Must Be Accepted Through Faith
In the Bible, God is not explained. God is simply presented and must be accepted by faith. In Hebrews 11:6 the Bible says, “For without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he that cometh to God must believe… Read More ›