How we all can shine the light of Christ! Part 2
A spotlight can illuminate a stadium. A flashlight may only brighten a small patch of ground. But regardless of the scope or magnitude, both still light up the darkness! Let's discuss how there may be varying degrees of giftedness, but we all can shine the light of Christ!
Discover your God-given potential Part 1
Typically, we consider evangelists to be super-Christians. They’re the ones leading thousands to faith in stadiums or traveling across the world to share the gospel. How every believer is gifted to be a successful evangelist.
How to live for an audience and approval of One Part 4
Though we may deny it at times, most of us care what people think of us. Our self-image is often wrapped up in the opinions of others! It’s a lesson learned from a Roman centurion.
Let’s continue our study on the Roman centurion in Matthew 8 Part 3
It’s been said that the best test of a person’s character is how he treats people who have nothing to offer. How this soldier cared for those close to him is a good example for all of us!
Discover a Roman soldier’s love for God’s people, and the faith that selfless compassion reveals Part 2
It’s easy to love those who love you back. But it’s much harder to love those who despise you!
Discover what a centurion can teach us about trusting in the Lord Part 1
Called to identify a model of faithfulness, most people in the crowd would have pointed to a religious leader or one of the disciples as their example. Imagine the shock when Jesus chose a Roman soldier as the epitome of faith! It’s a brand-new study in Matthew 8.
Let's discover the purpose behind trials of faith, and conclude our series in James chapter 1 Part 5
God doesn’t allow us to go through trials and temptations just to see us squirm. There’s a reason and goal behind every challenge we face. It’s an inspiring message to help us hang on and stay the course.
How we’ll never know faith works, until it’s put to the test! Part 4
That summertime hammock may look sturdy and well constructed. But it’s not until we commit to laying down that we find out if it can hold us up! Another helpful study in James, chapter 1.
Discover answers for dealing with life’s challenges in James 1 Part 3
Is there a difference between a “trial” and a “temptation”? Let's explore James 1 for answers on dealing with life’s challenges. We’ll find that our response to those challenges makes all the difference!
How our faith is seen more in the small, daily battles, than in the big events we face Part 2
The Bible is full of stories of how faith enabled ordinary people to defeat giants, survive a den of lions, and move mountains. A conversation on James, chapter 1.
A thoughtful conversation about faith and how it influences what we think and how we respond to life’s challenges Part 1
What is faith? Is it something we believe, or something we live? Let's answer those questions in a study of James, chapter 1. Join in this thoughtful conversation about faith.
Why God sometimes forces His kids to be still Part 5
Parents know that young kids won’t volunteer to take naps. Even if a child is exhausted, he’ll resist slowing down. Often, mom and dad may have to make a child lay down! God knows when we need the rest!
Discover your place of refuge Part 4
Ever wished you had a secret place you could run to, in order to escape the chaos of life? Or to simply catch your breath? Well, discover that such a place exists, and is waiting for you!
Discover how to reclaim a sense of biblical peace! Part 3
Life can reach a frenetic pace sometimes. Caught up in the craziness and hurry-up lifestyle, we can feel pushed and pulled in every direction. It’s a look at God’s call to “be still.”
