How to Walk by the Spirit in the Midst of Opposition

"If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:8-9 I am so far from perfect. Every day I am reminded of how much I...

“But For Me, it is Good to Be Near God…”

"But for me, it is good to be near God; I have made the Lord God my refuge, that I may tell of all your works." Psalm 73:28 It just started snowing this morning, but I am warm inside with...

From Rags to Riches, by the Blood of Jesus!

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 Therefore, if we are thinking or reacting in a way that is not of a holy...

Quote of the Day: John Piper on “Puttering”

“Fight for us, O God, that we not drift numb and blind and foolish into vain and empty excitements. Life is too short, too precious, too painful to waste on worldly bubbles that burst. Heaven is too great, hell is...

The Fire in Us Equips Us for the Fire Before Us

“In my own pursuit of God, I often became preoccupied with ME! It was easy to think that being constantly aware of my faults and weakness was humility. It’s not! If I’m the main subject, talking incessantly about my weaknesses,...