Sometimes the word “discipline” can evoke negative thoughts, and the topic of spiritual disciplines can be overwhelming with everything else that’s going on in your life. However, just like everything else in life—growing in Godliness takes work. Donald Whitney has wisely stated, “no one coasts into Christ likeness. Any progress in godliness requires Spirit-filled effort and purpose.” May these resources be helpful as you strive to grow more into the image of Christ through spiritual disciplines.
Worship isn't something we do only on Sundays during a moving praise and worship music set. Worship happens 24/7 as we turn our hearts to Him anytime, anywhere! Continue Reading …
No longer is worship limited to a particular place or time; God is seeking those who would worship Him in spirit—worship can happen anytime and anyplace! Continue Reading …
I look back and see that much of the blessings I'm experiencing today are the fruit of a foundation that my dad laid in my life by teaching me the ways of God. Continue Reading …
The movies, the husbands, the jewels, the magazine cover shoots . . . no one can quite hone in on the source of her fame and the reason why her legacy will last. Continue Reading …
Last night I left a chuck roast simmering in the crock pot for ten hours. When I woke this morning, a most amazing smell permeated just about the whole house. Continue Reading …
I am eternally grateful for meeting Christ at a very young tender age; but I regret times I’ve wandered through the “ordinary” days. . . Continue Reading …
I can remember sitting in tiny, windowless practice rooms for hours on end as a college student, playing the same piece of music over and over
again. . . Continue Reading …
If only spiritual transformation were that easy. Just read a book, see a counselor, attend a conference, . . . and, presto, out comes a mature, godly Christian. Continue Reading …
The Lord’s been teaching me a lot about dealing with “toads” (difficult people) from the life of Moses--a man who was surrounded by them! Continue Reading …
On January 1, I dusted off and opened up my One-Year Bible. On January 5, my eyes grew wide as I read that Adam lived 930 years. . . Continue Reading …
Please don’t assume there’s only one way to present the gospel. The room for creativity in the way you present this timeless message is unending! Continue Reading …
According to the disciple John, the true indicator of the extent of our love for God is the extent of our love for those around us ... Continue Reading …
True love is not an emotion, although it carries with it the wonder and delight of pleasurable emotions. True love is not something we "fall in" and "out of." Continue Reading …
