“We rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance” (ESV). Those are powerful words from Romans 5:3. As parents, it’s tough watching our kids make mistakes, isn’t it? But the question is, “Would you rather have them make mistakes while they’re still living [...]
That kind of loss is incredibly painful, especially when your adult kids don’t know Christ. How do you explain how a loving God allows such suffering? Psalm 119:71 says, "It was good for me to be afflicted so that I [...]
If you and your family hold onto traditional Christian values, then chances are you’ve faced some opposition about your beliefs. Jesus did, too. James says to count it all joy when we face trials. Jesus said those who are persecuted [...]
Have you ever noticed when we say, “It’s a God thing” that we’re usually talking about something good? You know what I’m talking about. You weren’t sure how you were going to pay the mortgage, but God provided a check [...]
How many people in Scripture suffered and didn’t make it? We know the story of Job. He lost his whole family. I’m sure you can recall other similar stories in Scripture where people who loved God didn’t make it. Because [...]
How many of us watch our kids suffer? Whether it’s physical, relationship, emotional, or mental pain it’s excruciating to stand by helplessly watching them go through it no matter their age. Someone’s daughter is going through some significant health issues. [...]
I’ve been reading through the Bible (by the way, I hope you’ve done that – it’s great) and I’m noticing something. Every person in Scripture who was called by God suffered. Every single one. Abraham, Moses, Ruth, Esther, David, every [...]
As we look around the world today, we’re seeing persecution against Christians. In China, churches are being closed. Believers—jailed. Evangelism—prohibited. In the Middle East, Christians are beaten. Ostracized. Yet outreach continues there. More Muslims are coming to Christ than ever [...]
If you and your family hold on to traditional Christian values the chances are you’ve faced some opposition about your beliefs. Jesus did, too. James says to count it all joy when we face trials. Jesus said those who are [...]
Have you ever noticed when we say, “It’s a God thing” that we’re usually talking about something good? You know what I’m talking about. You weren’t sure how you were going to pay the mortgage, but God provided the check [...]