Fervent Prayer, Petitioned in Faith, Availeth Much
Fervent Prayer, Petitioned in Faith, Availeth Much
Amy White · Dec 19 5 minute read

Have you ever fallen to your knees in fervent prayer, asking God to keep the stars in the sky? “Of course not! I haven’t even thought about such a thing until now,” you might say. So, if we trust God with the big things (earth rotating around the sun, seasons changing, etc.), why not...

Jesus and My Lost Bible
Jesus and My Lost Bible
Andrew M. Castelbuono · Dec 17 2 minute read

Have you ever experienced the sinking feeling of losing something you truly rely on? Perhaps you’ve lost your car keys, wallet, or cellphone before and have felt a sense of bewilderment or anxiety as you...

The Sabbath: Looking Into a Forgotten Commandment in Modern America
The Sabbath: Looking Into a Forgotten Commandment in Modern America
Jonathon Cherne · Dec 12 6 minute read

Regardless of what you think of Kirk’s politics, in a world that glorifies constant productivity and instant gratification, his decision to stop everything one day a week invites a deeper question: Why did God give the fourth commandment?

Prayer & Praise
Prayer & Praise
Time to Get Ready Team · Dec 3 1 minute read

As we enjoy this holiday season, remember to pray with praise and thanksgiving as we present our requests to God. After reading this issue, we pray that you are ENCOURAGED and EMPOWERED to...

Mercy in the Dust
Mercy in the Dust
Debi Tesser · Nov 27 6 minute read

As we gather and bow in prayer, let us remember the One who stooped low to lift us up. The One who took our shame and gave us hope. The One who turned our dust into praise. Real thanksgiving begins when we...

A Committed Prayer Life
A Committed Prayer Life
Lisa Lothian · Nov 14 4 minute read

We all matter, and even small details about obscure men and women in Scripture can inspire and teach us. Each of us has a purpose in life, with God giving us important tasks. Some life situations may seem minor, but every detail is important. Maintaining a dedicated prayer life is crucial, aligning with our purpose as followers of Christ. We’re going to explore the importance of a committed prayer life through...

The Faith of Jesus—Mark 13-16
The Faith of Jesus—Mark 13-16
Andrew M. Castelbuono · Nov 5 4 minute read

Remember, whenever you do something for God, Satan will try to stop you. That happened to us. But with God’s help, you can push through. I have learned...

Dressed for Success
Dressed for Success
Sharon Long · Oct 29 7 minute read

The Bible tells us how we should dress for spiritual success. “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but...

More Than the Sand
More Than the Sand
Melissa Barclay · Oct 24 6 minute read

Sherlock and Holmes were gifts that gave so much and taught me even more. Recently, I realized that those ongoing conversations through the day could be happening more fully in the same way with the Holy Spirit. Often on remote-work days, they would sit one on either side of me. In reality, the Holy Spirit is in all the same places as my boys were and more, whether I’ve been...

Contemplating the Existence of God
Contemplating the Existence of God
Wilbert Antonio Martin · Oct 22 4 minute read

Many people say that the Bible cannot be trusted. Should this be surprising? From the opening chapters of the Bible, we see how deceit...

The Faith of Jesus—Mark 9-12
The Faith of Jesus—Mark 9-12
Anthony J. Castelbuono · Oct 1 4 minute read

Throughout my reading and preparation, I came to appreciate how much the faith of Jesus, or the faith Jesus Himself had, is beautifully recorded in Mark. Each chapter offered a new insight that I could personally apply to my own life about His faith. I feel truly blessed, and I sincerely pray that everyone who watches will...

Trials
Trials
Lisa Lothian · Sep 26 4 minute read

I've learned that perspective is everything, and how we see things helps us endure trials differently. I'll share what I've learned through my own crucibles, including one I'm going through as I write this—which is by far my greatest trial yet. Here are some important lessons that I’ve learned: