Take Halloween Captive
David Mathis Halloween is not a threat. It’s an opportunity. Those armed with the name of Jesus, and the power of his Spirit, have no reason to be spooked by this night or any other.
10 of the Greatest Leadership Questions Ever Asked
Ron Edmondson One of the best skills a leader can develop is the art of asking the right questions - and, even better - at the right times. Here are 10 great questions:
Tearing Down the House of Cards
Margaret Manning "God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life" But how do you square a belief in the love of God with a series of life experiences that run counter to the expectations for a wonderful plan?
When City Gates Crumble: An Urgent Call for Women to Pray
Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth Many people, feeling hopeless and helpless, turn to social media to exchange opinions and express emotions, hopes, and fears. But we’re not helpless, and we have an even better place to turn because we can cry out to a powerful God.
Why I Don’t Write ‘Christian’ Novels
Barnabas Piper N. D. Wilson has written two acclaimed works of non-fiction, Notes from the Tilt-a-Whirl and Death by Living. Such books are bread and butter in church circles. They’re books we can learn from, books that make statements of truth, books with lessons.
Sometimes Flight Is the Best Fight
Jon Bloom Don’t try to reason with your sin-infected appetites. An aroused appetite is almost always unreasonable. When a desire is awakened in you to indulge in some sin, your best defense is often escape.
Every Dollar Finance App
Ramsey Solutions EveryDollar is free budget software accessible from your desktop, iPhone and Android. It is based on a proven plan that's helped millions of people get out of debt and save.
Temptation Stalking
Ravi Zacharias Today on Just A Thought, Ravi Zacharias talks about the temptations that exist for all in regards to sexual purity. He then proceeds to explain the proper role and relationship that God has designed for men and women in this area.
Armed with Truth
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The Unwelcome Gift of Waiting
Vaneetha Rendall Risner Waiting can be agonizing. It’s hardest to wait when I am uncertain about the outcome. When I’m trusting God for the best, while at the same time preparing for the worst.
Jesus Always, the Sequel to Jesus Calling
Tim Challies One way or another you will come across this book and so will most of your friends and neighbors. You will see it on Amazon, in Costco, in airport bookshops, and perhaps even at your church’s book table.
Seeking Clarity in this Confusing Election Season: Ten Thoughts
Kevin DeYoung I hope these brief reflections will not be in the category of “stirring up,” but rather might provide some clarity about what Christians should agree on and what we may not have to agree on.
Four Truths About God's Provision
Matt Brown God always provides for his children, though often it is not in the way we expect or hope. The challenge is for us to see his provision and care, even when it is different than we expect.
The Benefits of Baggage
Rachel Watson But now, almost 30, I carry my own suitcase of suffering. I carry it awkwardly. Though it’s hard to view my baggage in a positive light, God has graciously shown me some of its benefits.
Hillary, Bernie, Donald, and Me
John Piper At 70, I am energized to dream great things, because this year Hillary turns 69, Bernie turns 75, and Donald turns 70. My rising energy has nothing to do with their policies or character. It has to do with the incredible fact that all of them want to spend their seventies doing the hardest job in the world.
How to Criticize Other Christians without Being Mean
Matt Smethurst At various times in my Christian life I’ve been startled by the ease with which I can jump to conclusions, assume the worst, and demonize those with whom I disagree. In these moments the Lord has often reminded me, sometimes painfully, of a simple truth: Matt, don’t let your zeal for principle eclipse your love for people.