Sep 28, 2021
As the church, we are facing a time of prolific change, and our ability to evolve is essential for an effective future. We have simply reached the end of a wineskin. The sound of its tearing reverberates through church culture, imploring us to preserve the rich vintage of ages past while urgently making space for the vigor of fresh wine …
by Chris Palmer
Jul 29, 2020
And what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might. (Ephesians 1:19) Over the years, I’ve been privileged to travel to many lands and countries to preach the gospel. One of the best parts about this is experiencing the different cultures, particularly their food and cuisines. Meals are times …
Jun 17, 2020
Dream Your Future, Then Do It The most powerful thing you can do in life is create an image. Everyone from the National Football League to Madison Avenue knows that “Image is everything.” From the logo on Tiger Woods’ hat to the picture of the student in Tiananmen Square, images compel and propel us. The images in our minds drive …
Apr 28, 2020
Morning That through death he might destroy him that had the power of death. (Hebrews 2:14) O child of God, death has lost its sting, because the devil’s power over it is destroyed. Then cease to fear dying. Ask grace from God the Holy Spirit that by an intimate knowledge and a firm belief of your Redeemer’s death, you may …
Apr 21, 2020
Our Pattern for Resurrection Living He showed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. (Acts 1:3 KJV) Easter morning is the beginning of a unique and most tenderly interesting portion of our blessed Savior’s life. It is the transition period between …
Apr 2, 2020
The Week God Won the Battle of the Ages In six drama-packed days, God created everything the human eye sees—oceans, earth, skies, and man. Each day, the excitement of anticipation rippled through a universe in the process of being born. But on the seventh day, surveying the perfection of His finished work, God rested. What a week that was! Jacob …
by Derek Prince
Mar 18, 2020
Mental and emotional pressures are increasing due to our contemporary lifestyle. The remedy for these pressures could be summed up in one word: peace. I refer to peace not in the connotation of the absence of war, but in the sense of personal fulfillment, completeness, and rest. There are two primary enemies of peace: fear and worry. Each of them …
by Doug K. Reed
Feb 19, 2020
I live in Missouri, “the Show-Me State.” I was not consulted about this slogan because I was not alive when they made it up. Had I been asked, I would not have voted for it. It doesn’t resonate with me because it reflects a lack of imagination. Demanding proof up front is the best way to stop imagination in its …