10/28/23 Saturday Prayer Challenge
As you pray today, think about these words from J.C. Ryle, followed by expressing your gratitude to God: I commend to you the importance…
Read More10/27/23 For a Time
READING: Luke 4-6 Read different versions of Luke 4:13—a text about the devil leaving Jesus after the encounter in the wilderness temptations—and here’s what…
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10 Reasons Long-Term Pastorates Matter
Just this week, I had a conversation with an aspiring pastor asking about the importance of pastors staying at a church even it’s tough….
Read More10/26/23 Prayer and John the Baptist
READING: Luke 1-3 If I were to quiz folks about the birth of John the Baptist, I suspect many believers would remember he was…
Read More10/25/23 Any of Us
READING: Mark 14-16 Simon Peter is one of my favorite New Testament characters. Primarily because he’s just “real,” I relate to him. His passion…
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Wednesday Words: Jerry Vines and Jim Shaddix on the Importance of Getting Adequate Rest the Day before Preaching
Hear these valuable words for preachers from Jerry Vines and Jim Shaddix regarding getting rest the day before preaching: Most preachers don’t get enough…
Read More10/24/23 When You Stand Praying
READING: Mark 11-13 I suspect it’s a cause for unanswered prayer that we consider far too little. We know prayerlessness is obviously a problem….
Read More10/23/23 Distraction and Forgetfulness
READING: Mark 8-10 We are too often easily distracted by today’s burdens. Even when the burden really is not that heavy. I’m mindful of…
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4 Posts about Keeping the Faith when Your Faith Struggles
I’ve been a believer for 49 years, but I still battle with faith some days. Here’s what I do in these times, though: I…
Read More10/22/23 Sunday Prayer Challenge
Today, pray for two people who, as far as you know, have no intentions of going to church. Ask the Lord to grab their…
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