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The Ananias and Sapphira Story

An interesting event happened in Acts chapter 5. It relays a story to us about a man called Ananias along with his wife Sapphira. Throughout the Bible, God has revealed many devastating events. We find most of them in the Old Testament, but the New Testament has its share also.  At the end of Acts 4,… Continue reading The Ananias and Sapphira Story

To a Generation of Young Adults Who Don’t Want Kids

As I reflect on the ways God has used my life to push back against the armies of darkness, it isn’t the books I’ve written that occupy the most space on the shelves of my mind. Nor is it the Bible studies I’ve taught or mission trips I’ve taken. It’s my sons: Eli, Noble, Judah,… Continue reading To a Generation of Young Adults Who Don’t Want Kids

LOVE LIKE JESUS

Scripture Verse: “As I have loved you, so you must love one another” (John 13:34) Love one another. Of all the “one anothers” found in Scripture, loving one another ranks the highest, according to God. Love is included in the two Great Commandments He gave to the ancient Israelites, which Jesus reinterated during His time on… Continue reading LOVE LIKE JESUS

Who You Are? (1st Peter 1:1-12)

Every so often, when we approach Scripture, it’s important to know and understand why the Lord spoke them into existence, who did He send it and who are the readers. Peter, one of twelve disciples, loved of the Lord, wrote this letter to believers who had to scatter because of persecution under Nero.. These were… Continue reading Who You Are? (1st Peter 1:1-12)

The Great Supper: You can eat, or you can be eaten

By Elizabeth Prata The culmination of the age of man ends with two great feasts. In one, believers will dine with the glorious King of all Kings! “Then I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude, like the sound of many waters and like the sound of mighty thunderpeals, crying, “Hallelujah!… Continue reading The Great Supper: You can eat, or you can be eaten

The Privileged Life: Put Your Prayers to Pen and Paper—Six Tips!

“I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine making request for you all with joy….” (Philippians 1:3-4) It’s called the Wailing Wall, but when we visited the Jerusalem site earlier this year, our experience was remarkably quiet…a serious place for prayer. The limestone wall on the western side of the… Continue reading The Privileged Life: Put Your Prayers to Pen and Paper—Six Tips!

Giving Thanks to God at All Times—November 25 Bible Reading Plan – Denise Pass

Giving Thanks to God at All Times Knowing God is not a religion. It is not a list of do’s and don’ts. It is a relationship. Living in a covenant relationship with our Maker will require us to live differently. It means we acknowledge Him in all of our life, giving thanks to God for… Continue reading Giving Thanks to God at All Times—November 25 Bible Reading Plan – Denise Pass

12 Bible Verses to Encourage Christian Leaders – Ron Edmondson

The Psalmist said, “I have hidden your word in my heart so I might not sin against you.” God’s Word can be a protection for our heart and soul. It can teach us, convict us, and challenge us. The same is true for Christian leaders. The best leadership book is the Bible. Here are 12… Continue reading 12 Bible Verses to Encourage Christian Leaders – Ron Edmondson