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Greg Laurie: The Danger Of Neglecting Prayer

The Bible says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6). It doesn’t say that we should only pray about some things or the big, scary things, but about everything.

Greg Laurie: The Danger Of Neglecting Prayer

The Bible says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6). It doesn’t say that we should only pray about some things or the big, scary things, but about everything.

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Greg Laurie: The Danger Of Neglecting Prayer

The Bible says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6). It doesn’t say that we should only pray about some things or the big, scary things, but about everything.

God’s Strength Made Perfect In Weakness: Understanding Paul’s Thorn In The Flesh

The thorn’s purpose was to keep Paul humble because he had personally received great revelations from Christ. Without the thorn, Paul might have become exalted or filled with pride and lauded it over others (2 Cor. 12:7).

Skip Heitzig: Our Worship Should Reinforce, Not Undermine, Biblical Truth

Worship is an intelligent and obedient response to God. You read the Scriptures, you understand, and you worship accordingly. This is why Jesus said, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength” (Mark 12:30). Worship is not a frenzy or an emotional outburst. Worship is a lucid, sober-minded response to truth.

Jack Hibbs: Through Christ, We Are Free Indeed

Jesus came with good news for those whom the world overlooks—the downcast and brokenhearted. I will never forget the day God provided the perfect analogy of this truth. I was speaking to hundreds of inmates at Ironwood Prison, and as I was preaching, sparrows flew in and out of the fences, free as can be. I told the men, “Stop and watch. These birds are not held captive by their environment, and you don’t need to be either. That is what Jesus Christ can do in your heart right here, right now. In a single moment, you can be set free from the prison that is inside of you, the captivity that landed you in this place.”

Patience, Faith, And Obedience: Recognizing That God Can See What We Can’t

The Bible tells us that we inherit the promises of God through “faith and patience” (Heb. 6:12). There are times when a Christian asks God for something, and there is a delay. But he doesn’t lose patience. He hangs in there. The One holding onto the string can see things he can’t, and He knows what is best for him. The Bible says, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding” (Prov. 3:5).

Steve Herzig: Don’t Look Back

Jesus warned against turning back as He revealed the cost of discipleship: “No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God” (Lk. 9:62). Looking back while plowing will create crooked lines. Followers of Jesus must focus on the present and look forward. As the Lord said, “Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it?” (Isa. 43:18–19).

There Is No Middle Ground With Christ—If You Aren’t For Jesus, You’re Against Him

As an evangelist, I take sharing the Word of God and the hope of Jesus Christ very seriously. The way I look at it, eternity is at stake every time I stand up at the podium. When eternity is on the line—the difference between Heaven and Hell—I don’t pull punches. People need to know that both are real, literal places, and surrendering one’s life to Jesus is the difference. There is no middle ground with Christ. If you aren’t for Jesus, you’re against Him.

In The Midst Of Perilous Times, Remember The Blessings That Flow From Our Hope

Our hope in Jesus’ imminent appearing is truly a light shining in a dark place (2 Peter 2:19), and as such, it enables us to escape the delusion that this life matters more than eternity. It’s this anticipation that increasingly draws the longings of our hearts heavenward in the midst of the perilous and confusing times in which we live.

A Battleground: When You Come To Salvation, You Inherit An Enemy

When I asked Jesus to come into my life in July of 1973, I experienced a deep joy and peace. I felt as though a burden had been lifted from me. But I soon learned that I had also inherited His enemy. I discovered the Christian walk includes both abundant life and abundant warfare. I had peace deep within, but at the same time, a battle. The Prince of Darkness, whom I had once followed, now hated my new Friend, so he turned his attention to me.

Moses: A Foreshadow Of The Ultimate Deliverer, Jesus Christ

As great as Moses was, though, God told him that another leader of Israel would come, one like Moses. “I will raise up for them a Prophet like you from among their brethren, and will put My words in His mouth, and He shall speak to them all that I command Him” (Deuteronomy 18:18). Although many prophets succeeded Moses, no one was as great as he (34:10). No one, that is, until the Lord Jesus Christ.

A Rejoicing Shepherd: What Makes God Happy According to the Bible?

Jesus compared Himself to a shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to find one stray sheep—and comes home rejoicing: “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it?” (Luke 15:4). That’s how much we matter to Him.

Every Christian Is Called to Evangelize

Coming back to Billy Graham. I once asked him, “If an older Billy could speak to a younger Billy, what would you say to yourself? What would you tell yourself to preach more on?” And he said, “I would say preach on the cross of Christ and the blood because that’s where the power is.” I think what’s true of preaching is also true of one-on-one evangelism. The power of the gospel is when you get to the message of the death of Jesus for them and why they need their sin forgiven.

Two Options Are Laid Before Every Person… And The Stakes Are Eternal

In some situations, the choices seem unlimited. Scripture simplifies our choices down to an either/or, A or B, black or white option: either accept Christ as Savior and Lord OR reject God’s gracious offer of forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life. The choice is yours, but the ramifications are everlasting.

Jack Hibbs: Will You Obey God Or Follow His Own Reasoning

Some see Jonah as a story fit for Sunday School, but I think adults would be surprised at how much they can relate to him. Jonah faced a dilemma: obey God or follow his own reasoning. Jonah chose to skip town in the bowels of a ship where he fell asleep—no doubt assisted by the gentle lapping of the sea against the hull—until God brought a hellish storm.

Standing On The Promises: Powerful Demonstration Of God’s Faithfulness

Many of God’s 7,487 promises to man relate to Israel, its land, and its people. Whenever I speak with Christians about God’s promises to Israel, I remind them of this important truth: Because God is faithful to the Jewish people, He will be faithful to you. If He were to break His promises to Israel, what makes you think He would keep His promises to you? Everything we have as believers is wrapped up in the promises He gives us. Our confidence rests completely on the character of a faithful, unchanging, sovereign, promise-keeping God.

Skip Heitzig: A Moving Target Or Easy Prey

People who are not making progress in their spiritual walk are much easier for Satan to pick off. You're an easy target, like the stationary ones in the shooting gallery. But if you're making strides spiritually, he'll have a hard time bringing you down.

Does Prayer Really Do Anything?

When Noah prayed, God handed him a blueprint for the ark of deliverance. Moses prayed, and God delivered the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. Gideon prayed, and the host of formidable enemy fled in fear before his valiant, prayerful 300. Daniel prayed, and the mouths of the lions were closed. Elijah prayed, and the fire of God consumed the sacrifice and licked up the water around the altar. David prayed, and he defeated Goliath on the Philistine battleground. 

Greg Laurie: The Primary Weapon To Resist Temptation

Oscar Wilde famously said, “I can resist anything but temptation.” But the fact is you can resist temptation because 1 Corinthians 10:13 says,  “No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.”

Skip Heitzig: Crucified With Christ And Dead To The Law That Condemned Me

If someone's been found guilty of murder and given a life sentence, but dies while serving that sentence, will the justice system continue to enforce that judgment?  No; the convicted person is no longer subject to that penalty. They're dead—they've been released from the sentence they were required to serve.

Jack Hibbs: Jumping At The Opportunities He Provides

We’ll brave risky activities like parachuting from an airplane for the thrill of it. Yet when it comes to eternal ventures, we pray, “O Lord, use me,” but draw back in fear. What we ought to do is pray and then jump! Jump to share the gospel, jump into ministry, and jump to serve others.

Fight, Flight, or Faith

This is not an occasional thing. Satan’s world system tries to put us all on a steady diet of fear. It pushes people into a fight-or-flight mode until they become so fatigued that all they can do is feel a general sense of anxiety, unease, and apprehension. People who once looked at the horizon with happy expectations today consider the future with quiet dread.

Ray Comfort: Fear Of The Lord — Misunderstood, Dismissed, And Despised

In today’s culture, the concept of the fear of the Lord is often misunderstood, dismissed, or even despised. Many view it as outdated or oppressive, associating it with an angry God who should be avoided. Yet, the fear of the Lord is a foundational biblical doctrine, essential to a proper relationship with God. It’s central to the teachings of Scripture, both in the Old and New Testaments. Proverbs 9:10 says: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

Skip Heitzig: Another Gospel

Paul said, "I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel, which is not another; but there are some who trouble you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ" (Galatians 1:6-7). They were going back to bondage, back to legalism. He was shocked that the gospel was being perverted so soon. And this is a warning for us: If it happened so soon back then, think of the world we live in now.

Greg Laurie: Fearlessly Faith For Such A Time As This

Who’s to say God hasn’t put you where you are right now for such a time as this? In whatever situation you find yourself, seize the moment. Do what you can. That’s what Esther boldly did. God says in Joshua 1:9, “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” If you are fearlessly faithful to God in the circumstances you find yourself in, He will accomplish amazing things in and through you.

Jack Hibbs: God Has Plans For Us, So The Devil Continues His Dirty Work

Now that you are a Christian and your soul is safe with Jesus, why does the devil bother to tempt you? Shouldn’t he concede defeat and move on? It is true that your soul has been rescued from hell, and Satan no longer has it as part of his collection. But the devil also knows you are dangerous to him and his propaganda campaign.

Skip Heitzig: Does God ‘Help Those Who Help Themselves’?

My dad used to say, "You know, son, the Bible says, 'God helps those who help themselves.'" I grew up believing that—until I read the Bible and discovered it doesn't say that anywhere. Most Americans also believe that; 52 percent of practicing Christians, in fact. It sounds reasonable, even logical. But it's just not there.

Barry Stagner: Enduring Hatred For His Name’s Sake 

We see in Psalm 22 that even as David describes his own suffering, the Holy Spirit inspires him to write things that would become true of Jesus, God in human flesh, in even harsher reality! Through David’s words, we look ahead to the suffering of the Messiah, becoming the beneficiaries of having all of this laid out in these verses.

Jack Hibbs: In His Heavenly Presence

When death comes to the unbelieving man, it strips him of earthly comforts; his hopes vanish with his last breath. That thought is scary to some, but to those whose destination is heaven, it fills their minds and hearts with a “fullness of joy” foreign to this life.

Greg Laurie: Don’t Look Back

Some Christians take a similar approach to life. They’re always looking back. They say, “Remember the good old days—you know, before I was a Christian? Man, we would party! We had so much fun!” Have they forgotten the havoc their actions brought on their family? They’ve conveniently forgotten about those things and remember only the few good times they had.

Skip Heitzig: Why Religious People Are The Hardest To Reach

Religious people are the hardest people to reach. They hold to some understanding and acknowledgment of God but nothing on a personal level, nothing too authentic. And sometimes that religion—that ritualistic shell—keeps the truth from penetrating.

Will Graham: Why You Don’t Have to Be Afraid to Share Your Faith

Many of us have had missed opportunities similar to this over the years. One of my greatest regrets is that I didn’t share the love of Christ with a couple in front of me, even though I clearly felt the Holy Spirit calling me to do so. I still feel the burden of that inaction today.

Greg Laurie: The Powerful Testimony Of Christian Love

Before I became a believer, one of the things that attracted me to the Christian faith was the way Christians loved each other. I was raised in the 1960s, when the hippie and drug culture was coming on strong. We wore peace symbols and used words like groovy. We talked incessantly about love and peace. But it was a sham. There was no love or peace—at least, not as we envisioned it. It didn’t take me long to recognize the hypocrisy at the heart of the counterculture.

Jack Hibbs: God Is Calling You To Stand

“Stand therefore” (Ephesians 6:14). What an incredible challenge! It takes courage to stand. Yet before courage comes determination. Human calculations will always find a thousand reasonable reasons to stand down or quit, which may sound good, but are usually wrong. 

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