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 ›
Faith
God Restores
Dear Reader, Do you feel like you are in a very turbulent dust storm, with no promise of fair weather in the near future? Is everything covered in dust and your vision greatly impaired? Has Worry attempted to set her… Read More ›
Do you Believe the Bible | Psalm 37:4-5
Today’s guest post is by Corey Alderin. You can learn more about him at the end of this article. Psalm 37:4-5 – Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way… Read More ›
Free Choice vs. God’s Plan And Purpose For You
I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.’ Isaiah 46:10 (NIV) “Toward all this, God is… Read More ›
GOD DOESN'T COMPARE THE FLOWERS IN HIS GARDEN
“You don’t need to be better than anyone else. You just need to be better than you used to be.” 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 (NIV) There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of… 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 ›
BROKEN HEARTS WILL BE MENDED
PSALM 35:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. We… Read More ›
Looking for Angels: Healing in a Hurting World
This song just reads “today” in so many ways, I imagine that is why John wrote it. There seems to be so much unrest and anger in the world. There is for sure a plethora of drugs and alcohol to… Read More ›
CALM MY HEART, IF NOT MY STORM
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) Life is a mixture of mountaintop and valley views. In addition, we are always in route somewhere, be it up or down. Yes, there are the… Read More ›
YOUR GOD IS A GENTLEMAN
ACTS 1:7 (NIV) He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by His own authority.” God is the perfect gentleman. He is always on time. In fact,… Read More ›
Interview with Author Marybeth Haydon: part two
If you missed part one of this great insightful interview with Marybeth, I encourage you to read part one first. You can find it here. ICB: Would you please tell us about the day you were leading a hike,… Read More ›
SEEKING GOD SHOULD BE LIKE A TREASURE HUNT
1 CHRONICLES 16:11 (NIV) Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always. What a gift we have in prayer. It is our link to God and His Son Jesus Christ, who intercedes on our behalf both… Read More ›
The White Harvest – What Jesus Did and Didn’t Say – Bible Verses
The harvest field belongs to God, not to you and me. He is “the Lord of the harvest”, but we are the workers and co-laborers of the Lord. He has prepared the way for us to an abundant harvest and… Read More ›
FEAR NOT AS HE HAS PROMISED US VICTORY
JOSHUA 1:9 (NIV) Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Dear Reader, God COMMANDS us to be… Read More ›
Work As Worship
Have you ever thought of work as worship? Is this a strange thought to you? Work is work, and we all need to do it so as to put food on the table and a roof over our heads. What… Read More ›
Interview with Author Marybeth Haydon
This is part one of my interview with author Marybeth Haydon. You can learn more about Marybeth at the end of this interview. ICB: Marybeth I know you are a cancer survivor and have had some other close calls as… Read More ›
THE LORD WILL FIGHT FOR YOU
THE LORD WILL FIGHT FOR YOU AND YOU NEED ONLY TO BE STILL Exodus 14:14 1 Samuel 19:15 (NIV) Then Saul sent the men back to see David and told them,… Read More ›
The Great and Powerful Names of God
One of the things in my studies of late has been the Names of God. All of God’s Names have meaning, even more so than I understand of course as I am no theologian. That does not prevent me from… 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 ›
GOD HEARS MORE THAN WE SAY, WHEN WE PRAY
EPHESIANS 3:20 (NIV) Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, PSALM 100:4 (NIV) Enter His gates with… Read More ›
He Said…
Group One Crew (Featuring Chris August) He Said So your life feels like it don’t make sense And you think to yourself, ‘I’m a good person’ So why do these things keep happening? Why you gotta deal with them? You… Read More ›
Think Positive Thoughts About The Elephant In You Living Room
PSALM 55:22 Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken. Dear Reader: PLEASE STOP BEING AFRAID OF WHAT COULD GO WRONG AND START BEING POSITIVE ABOUT WHAT COULD GO RIGHT. … Read More ›
The Need for Christian Business Collaboration
The following is a guest post written by Trent Erwin dealing with the business world and how business owners relate to the world. You can learn more about Trent at the end of this article. You’ve heard the terminology, “in… Read More ›
Use God's Strength to Heal Your Broken Pieces
“PERHAPS STRENGTH DOESN’T RESIDE IN HAVING NEVER BEEN BROKEN BUT IN THE COURAGE REQUIRED TO GROW STRONG IN THE BROKEN PLACES” ISAIAH 41:10 (NIV) So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am… Read More ›
Suicide and Spiritual Forces
The following is a guest post by my friend Fred Saada. You can learn more about Fred at the bottom of this article. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against… 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 ›
Grace Like Rain…
Hallelujah, grace like rain Falls down on me Hallelujah, and all my stains Are washed away… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pC1gnDHeeA GregGreg is a strong believer in Jesus Christ and in the need for revival in today’s Church. He likes reading, writing, music,… Read More ›
YOUR LIFE CHAPTERS
“WHEN IT GETS TOUGH AND THINGS DON’T LOOK LIKE THEY’LL WORK OUT, YOU CAN LAUGH BY FAITH, KNOWING THAT GOD HAS ALREADY WRITTEN THE FINAL CHAPTER.” ECCLESIASTES 3:9-11 (NIV) I have seen the burden God has laid on the human… Read More ›
LET GO AND LET GOD
PHILIPPIANS 4:11-13 (NIV) I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to… 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 ›