His Power in Our Presence
His Power in Our Presence
Lisa Lothian · Feb 3 4 minute read

The moments seemed like an eternity for my friends as they anxiously wondered how long this would go on. I had very few words to share. My husband and I quietly sat and comforted my friends as much as we could. We hugged them. We prayed for and with them. I gently…

Hackers
Hackers
Julie Orellana · Jan 26 5 minute read

We have all heard the term “hacker,” which puts fear in us. We do not want to have our identity or passwords stolen. We certainly don’t want our bank account information compromised. However, let me put you at ease a little. Most hackers are...

Following Him
Following Him
Time to Get Ready Team · Jan 16 2 minute read

Suffering is highly fashionable at this time of year. The fitness clubs are filled with people who will, ‘feel the burn’ — a burning sensation in their muscles caused by intense exercise. Some will adopt restrictive diets. Others will participate in events similar to Dry January and abstain from alcohol and other drugs for an entire month. They will suffer because they want to accomplish their New Year's resolutions.

The Music of the Waves, the Joy of the Holy Spirit
The Music of the Waves, the Joy of the Holy Spirit
Melissa Barclay · Jan 13 5 minute read

The whales and dolphins, pelicans and gulls, music of the waves, and brilliant sunshine all sing of the presence of the Spirit of God around us. They seek and hover around the food they need until they are full. We can’t hide from the Spirit, but we need to...

Bible Promise: Proverbs 3:5-6 (Intimacy with God)
Bible Promise: Proverbs 3:5-6 (Intimacy with God)
Erin White · Jan 6 2 minute read

After I lost my foster son two weeks before he was going to officially become my son, I began learning how important it is to share my thoughts, feelings and emotions with God. I learned the intimacy that God wants with each of us through...

Rain on Fire Series: Be Ready for Jesus’ Soon Return
Rain on Fire Series: Be Ready for Jesus’ Soon Return
Don MacLafferty · Jan 4 3 minute read

Invite everyone to stand up and form a circle. Ask everyone to spread out their arms full length to measure how much space you should have between each family member. Walk behind each family member and...

A New Heart
A New Heart
Jaël Naomie · Dec 30 3 minute read

Jordan knew that God was leading her. She had decided she would leave everything behind and go to a six-week program in Australia hosted by David Assherick. This six-week program would train her to become a Bible worker. Oppositions were coming from every angle, but there was no doubt in Jordan's mind that she...

Be Born In Me
Be Born In Me
Stephanie McNeilus · Dec 23 1 minute read

Unnoticed and unheeded came the angels, bright and fair, To see who might be waiting for their Messiah dear. They saw a people, unready, so unbothered by...

The Prayers of a Breaking Heart
The Prayers of a Breaking Heart
Melody Mason · Dec 16 10 minute read

A number of years ago I was taking some time to fast and pray, feeling convicted of my own spiritual, Laodicean condition. That's when I felt God calling me to also fast and pray for my church, and especially for those who serve in positions of leadership. This started me on a beautiful journey to this day, seeking to...

Prayer and Thanksgiving
Prayer and Thanksgiving
Time to Get Ready Team · Dec 15 1 minute read

You may have experienced the power of prayer and thanksgiving in your life. The Bible tells us, "Don't worry about anything, but in all your prayers ask God for what you need, always asking him with a thankful heart, (Philippians 4:6 GNT). This Bible verse explains that God desires to care for all our needs. He does not want us to be anxious about anything. He wants us to..

Purging the Past
Purging the Past
Debi Tesser · Dec 9 4 minute read

We have three terms in the development of the Christian life: justification, sanctification, and glorification. All three have been ambiguous, at least for me. “Justification” seems to happen in the moment. “Glorification” apparently happens when Jesus comes. “Sanctification,” which is becoming holy, seems impossible.

Taste and See
Taste and See
Cheryl Silvera · Dec 7 3 minute read

I recall when my four-year-old niece invited me to read the book "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss. I declined. She insisted, "You'll like it." I was absolutely positive I would not like a book with such a title. At her insistence, I relented as she pressed in hard. As I progressed through the pages, I realized...