You won't find lasting joy gift-wrapped at the base of an evergreen three, adorned with a red bow. But you can find it at the foot of a much uglier tree, cross-shaped and blood-stained. Christ came, not to remain a baby, but to give His life on that tree as the perfect sacrifice for sins.
The late pastor, Delton Martin, begins a series on the family by addressing men. This message presents a heartsearching call for today's men to return to a vision of real men—strong, godly, pure, tender, unselfish, commited providers.
A look at Pharaoh the atheist, and some identifying characteristics of atheism, followed by a solemn warning: a born-again Christian may become an atheist. How can such a thing be?! Listen, and learn of eight things that may de-convert a Christian.
There is one thing you will always find in the center of every good relationship: what is it? There are three things that together form a good relationship: what are they? Relationships are a result, not a pursuit; by following God’s plan, we can enjoy good relationships.
Barnabas, the companion of Paul, possessed exceptional spiritual qualities. He was generous, loyal, forgiving and encouraging. Men like him make the church strong.
A happy marriage sounds like a dream come true! But for far too many husbands and wives, the dream becomes a nightmare instead. If they will make the choice to follow the instructions of the One who designed marriage, they may still know the beauty of a marriage that glorifies Him.
Christ came to minister to hurting hearts. Would you learn of Him how to help others find beauty despite their piles of ashes? Like Him, you must be filled with the Spirit.
Complicated theologies and rationales can obscure the simple foundation for obedient Christian living: "Because Jesus said so." Are you living in obedience to His directives?
Young people hear the voices of many "false spirits," even from 'Christian' people—those whose lives are like the New Testament Judaizers, Gnostics and Nicolaitans. "Believe not every spirit, but try the spirits."
