What my generation called “The Jesus Movement,” TIME Magazine called “The Jesus Revolution.” They were right. Revolution involves a dramatic change, a return. The same can be said of revival. Simply put, a Christian revival is a return to New Testament Christianity — the way we who follow Jesus should always live. We need another… Continue reading 4 marks of spiritual revival: Lessons from the ‘Jesus Revolution’
Category: Inspirational
Different Ways You Can Strengthen Your Relationships
Companionship, comfort, and affection are all things we might draw from our relationships with others. Strong relationships with those we care about most—our families, romantic partners, close friends, and coworkers—are crucial to our well-being and enjoyment in life. Having close relationships with those we love can help us grow as people and get through the… Continue reading Different Ways You Can Strengthen Your Relationships
10 Encouraging Bible Verses to Review Before Kicking Off the New Year
With another year coming to an end and a new beginning only hours away, it is important to reflect on things that have brought us down in the previous year and ways we can better ourselves for the new year. It is important to trust in God and know that He will always lead us… Continue reading 10 Encouraging Bible Verses to Review Before Kicking Off the New Year
5 Bible verses when parenting becomes too tough
Parenting might just be the toughest job you’ll ever have. It goes beyond a 9 to 5 job, and it’s never-ending. Even when kids are older there are further issues; they will want more freedom to make their own decisions, and some, you will not agree with. Nonetheless, there is no giving up for a… Continue reading 5 Bible verses when parenting becomes too tough
Prayer: Supernatural alternative to worry
I don’t even want to contemplate what life would be like if I didn’t have the privilege of taking my sorrows, cares, and worries to the Lord. In Acts 12, when the apostle Peter was in Herod’s prison, facing imminent execution, the young church met one of its greatest tests. This evil king had already… Continue reading Prayer: Supernatural alternative to worry
Are We Recognizing Jesus When We See Him?
Are you capable of recognizing Jesus when you see Him? Even Jesus’ own followers didn’t recognize Him after His resurrection on the third day, at first thinking He was a gardener or a ghost. He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” “Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she… Continue reading Are We Recognizing Jesus When We See Him?
4 Powerful Steps to Mending Broken Hearts
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalms 34:18 Has someone you care about ever caused you to feel the pain of a broken heart? It could be a family member, spouse, or close friend. Having your heart broken can be one of the most excruciating experiences… Continue reading 4 Powerful Steps to Mending Broken Hearts
3 Common Reasons That Prompt Us to Pray
Many people feel trapped by life’s circumstances, unable to cope, thinking they can’t go on. They need someone they can talk to and count on to give them hope. As a believer in Jesus Christ, you’ve found the One who can give you that hope. You have learned — and continue to learn every day… Continue reading 3 Common Reasons That Prompt Us to Pray
Five weird Bible animals – but did they really exist?
There are some very strange animals mentioned in the Bible. Some of them are obviously imaginary, others are mistranslations (the King James Version is a good source for these) while others are real creatures described in a poetic style. Odd animals in the KJV include dragons, unicorns and cockatrices. Dragons are mentioned in Isaiah 43:20 and Micah 1:8. The Hebrew… Continue reading Five weird Bible animals – but did they really exist?
12 Things to Thank God Before the Year Ends
This year is undoubtedly a challenging time for everyone. The world is constantly bombarded with new problems and issues. Even so, there are still many things to thank God for. You should give thanks because the Lord desires nothing more from you than a heart filled with gratitude. The more thankful you are, the more… Continue reading 12 Things to Thank God Before the Year Ends