Anxiety or the feeling of anxiousness is often experienced by those who are worried about things that would happen. Some refer to this as overthinking while others feel anxious because they think something might happen. Uncertainty is a normal feeling for a human being because no one knows what would happen in the future. However,… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Being Anxious?
God, a Father that Provides (Jehovah Jireh)
The Lord provides! As Abraham declared echoed in a place where he almost sacrificed his beloved son, Isaac. As Abraham followed the command of the Lord, painful he must’ve felt to offer his son, the Lord provided a ram instead. What a relief it was for Abraham, as he exclaimed and declared that the Lord… Continue reading God, a Father that Provides (Jehovah Jireh)
10 Bible verses every Christian should know by heart
Memory is an extraordinary thing. We take it entirely for granted except when we really think about it, when we realise just how remarkable it is. St Augustine devoted the tenth book of his Confessions to trying to understand it. Just this week three British researchers won the “Nobel Prize of neuroscience” for discovering the secrets of how… Continue reading 10 Bible verses every Christian should know by heart
What Does the Bible Say about Church Anniversaries?
Every year, some evangelical churches celebrate God’s goodness to them by holding church anniversaries or thanksgiving services. The Bible is silent about anniversaries in particular. However, there are a few principles we can see in Scriptures that does not forbid such celebrations. In Psalm 90:12, the writer asks God to teach him to “number his… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Church Anniversaries?
Destined for Glory
“Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.” 1 JOHN 3:2 Isn’t it amazing how the Lord has plans for you long before you were… Continue reading Destined for Glory
The NO’s In Our Lives Can Lead Us to Worship
“I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together! I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me… Continue reading The NO’s In Our Lives Can Lead Us to Worship
10 Bible Verses About God Having Victory
The Bible tells us that through Jesus Christ, God proved victorious over death and offers us new life, and a way to be in full relationship with the Father. Though we may face spiritual battles, he has ultimately won. Here are 10 Bible verses to remind us of the Lord’s amazing power and love. 1… Continue reading 10 Bible Verses About God Having Victory
What Does the Bible Say about Prayer?
Prayer is important because it connects us to God, allowing us to tell Him our needs, ask for forgiveness, and thank Him for His goodness. However, the Lord Jesus Christ Himself warned the disciples of kinds of prayer that we should try to avoid. First is the public prayer. Jesus was not against praying in… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Prayer?
Who was Silas in the Bible?
sı̄´las (Σίλας , Sı́las, contraction for Σιλουανός, Silouanós, Silvanus), was a leader of the church at Jerusalem, a prophet (Acts 15:22-32), a fellow missionary with Paul, and a “faithful brother” (1 Peter 5:12). His name from the Latin Sylva , “a wood,” implies he was a Hellenistic Jew. He was (Acts 16:37) a Roman citizen. Delegated by the Jerusalem council to accompany Paul… Continue reading Who was Silas in the Bible?
Thanksgiving Every Day – Dr. Charles Stanley
Giving thanks to God every day motivates us to look for God’s purpose in everything. In this sermon, Dr. Stanley reflects on the apostle Paul’s instructions to give thanks in every circumstance, without exception (1 Thess. 5:12-18). For more messages from Charles Stanley, including this week’s broadcast, go to www.intouch.org/watch © In Touch Ministries