Purpose

The Purpose Driven Life, written by Rick Warren, is one of the best-selling books of all time. Although it was a very well-written book, I will admit I have wondered why it resonated so well with so many people. I think it is because, at the core, we all know that...

Standing In Your Own Way

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” —...

Don’t Waste The Pain

In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and...

Satan Is A Liar

Satan is a liar. There is no truth that comes from him. The words he speaks over us contain no life. Everywhere he goes, he leaves behind the stench of death and decay. He whispers weakness into our ears and slander into our souls. We shouldn’t be surprised,...

Seeking Approval

The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe. — Proverbs 29:25 Anyone remember being in junior high? As I think back on my 7th and 8th grade years, I have vivid memories of doing my best to fit in with the crowd. I suppose I was like...

Just Another Day?

And Jesus said to him, “Go your way; your faith has made you well.” And immediately he recovered his sight and followed him on the way. — Mark 10:52 The story of Bartimaeus has always been one of my favorites. I think the thing that has always...