I don’t normally read the obituary pages in the daily paper. But when I do, I often see a photo that catches my eye. It’s usually of a person who looks especially young to have died or who looks like someone I would have liked …
Inspired by an Obit
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Inspire @ Full Strength in Christ
What inspires you? Or, more importantly, how is God inspiring you these days? Let me tell you how God inspired Page Hughes, Chaplain Ken, and a Facebook community to be His hands and feet last week. On Thursday, Page was prompted by the Lord to …
I Know My God will be Faithful
God’s timing is impeccable. The Children’s Ministry magazine this quarter had a story in it that caught my eye. It was about Willie, a 10-year-old Atlanta boy who sang the song, “Every Praise” for three hours until his kidnapper said, “Get out of the car.” …
Do I Really Dare to Let God
Dirt poor and illiterate, Lewis Williams had no idea the course his life would take when he asked Christ into his heart. It was the late 1700s and neighbors knew something was different –Christ brought a complete change in Lewis. His newfound faith led him to …
Book Review: Chronicles of the Kings
* Affiliate links included. Do you ever read the Old Testament and wonder what in the world they are talking about? Why would the children of Israel not see where their bad choices were taking them? Or maybe you are like me and know so …
Faith and Family Building Apps
When my kids were little (infants & toddlers) it seemed I had time to listen to Christian programming such as Focus on the Family daily. Crazy I know. Now, with elementary to college-aged, there doesn’t seem to be a moment — a quiet moment at …
When Life Is Raining Down
During a particularly trying time in my life, I stopped to examine the many things going wrong. How could my Heavenly Father allow these awful things to crowd my previously comfortable existence? In exasperation, I looked heavenward with my tear-streaked face and gasped, “When …
Building Faith Muscles
How much money do you think is spent each year in building the body? There are fitness centers in most towns and athletic training facilities in most schools. Even many churches have work out facilities. But how much do we put into working out our …
Tried, Refined and Purified
Tried, Refined and Purified For You, O God, have proved us; You have tried us as silver is tried, refined, and purified.” Psalm 66:10 Amplified Bible How is silver refined? How was it refined in Biblical times? A silver smith …
Building Your Faith by Reading the Bible
Do you ever struggle in your faith? When trials come at you are you tempted to waiver? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, rest at ease. You are like most believers. It is innate in us to struggle with our faith. …