What is This “Great Controversy” Idea all About?
What is This “Great Controversy” Idea all About?
John Kelly · Oct 25 11 minute read

But if God is omniscient, knowing the end from the beginning, why does He need to let evil exist and manifest its evil works—can’t He just judge good and evil now? This is an excellent question and the answer needs a thorough explanation as to the reason for the Great Controversy and why that controversy must be allowed to play out and reveal its fruits. The Bible tells us that...

Keys to Experiencing God’s Word
Keys to Experiencing God’s Word
Don MacLafferty · Oct 8 2 minute read

Wondering how to journal and go deeper in God's Word? I hope the following pointers are helpful.

The POWER of the Helper
The POWER of the Helper
Time to Get Ready Team · Oct 2 2 minute read

The Spirit wants to help us with our weaknesses. He will also be with us whether we are having a bad day or sharing Jesus with a stranger. How do we expect the Holy Spirit to help us if...

Praying with Promises
Praying with Promises
Helmut Haubeil · Sep 18 6 minute read

God has given us a great help so that we can easily trust our heavenly Father. We call it “praying with promises.” “To blot the promises of God from the Word would be like blotting the sun from the sky…God has placed the promises in His Word to lead us to...

Engineered for Success
Engineered for Success
Vicki Griffin · Aug 30 5 minute read

The battle is for the brain—the seat of our thoughts, emotions, and actions—and that’s where recovery begins. A healthy, well-functioning brain can make better choices and more clearly...

The Skeleton Key
The Skeleton Key
Don MacLafferty · Aug 23 9 minute read

After preparing for bed, I knelt by my bed to pray. “God, I am leaving for home the day after tomorrow. What is on Your heart?” Instantly, the quiet voice of God whispered softly to my heart and mind. “Come out under the stars, Don. There is something I want to tell you.” Hopping up, I pulled on some warmer clothes and...

Fearless Fishermen
Fearless Fishermen
Time to Get Ready Team · Aug 21 1 minute read

We're thankful for each team member at Time to Get Ready Ministries and the tireless efforts made to write, edit, lead, and share messages that encourage and enlighten others. We're especially thankful for our young volunteers who write and share very insightful words to help us grow closer to Jesus—most of the articles below are written by them.

What is a Gold Medal Worth?
What is a Gold Medal Worth?
Joy Kauffman · Aug 9 4 minute read

What would you be willing to sacrifice to compete in the Olympics and win a gold medal? Athletes sacrifice a lot to compete in the Olympics. When I was growing up, my family made many sacrifices so my siblings and I could achieve our athletic dreams. Over the kitchen sink in my childhood home hung...

Are You Awake at Midnight?
Are You Awake at Midnight?
Anthony R. Castelbuono · Aug 2 3 minute read

"Are you awake?" my youngest son nervously asked as we drove home. "Yes, Andrew, I'm awake and fully alert,” I responded. A few hours before this question, I did something I'd never done before. As we had embarked on our 8.5-hour trip home, I...

Come Join Our Team!
Come Join Our Team!
Time to Get Ready Team · Jul 31 1 minute read

Are you interested in sharing Jesus with your friends, neighbors, and the world—and hasten Jesus' soon return? Learn about all the available ministry opportunities. We're calling all...

Superior Self-Help: Free for Everyone!
Superior Self-Help: Free for Everyone!
Anthony R. Castelbuono · Jul 25 1 minute read

Did you know that Americans spend $10 billion+ on self-help products each year? What if there was superior "self-help" available that was better than all of the products available anywhere in the world and "guaranteed" to help you with whatever you needed? There is, and there is no $ involved! What is this superior "self-help" that is completely free?

Live Your God-Given Mission
Live Your God-Given Mission
Don MacLafferty · Jul 24 5 minute read

When we were children, we had dreams of what we wanted to be when we grew up. Stop and think a moment about those childhood dreams. Did any of those dreams come true in your life? We are going to explore our unique and special calling. God has a mission for your life and for mine. There is a reason why He chose us to live and...