For over 30 years, Heartlight has shared articles to help people live for Jesus in everyday life. While we are no longer publishing new articles, this enduring collection features relevant pieces throughout the year to encourage faith, offer biblical perspective, and speak to real-world joys and struggles.
by Tim Archer · 2 Corinthians 4:17 · Eternal
Problems that seem so huge can be cut down to size when we look at them from an eternal perspective
by Kay Talley · John 1:12 · Identity
We don't find our identity in our roles or our status. Our identity is found in Jesus Christ.
by Rubel Shelly · Galatians 6:2-3 · Encourage
Rubel Shelly tells a funny story about a sad situation and reminds us to help each other carry our burdens.
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 40:4-5 · Providence
Tom Norvell tries to get us to think in terms of what the Lord has planned for us.
by Phil Ware · Acts 7:25 · Providence
Phil Ware continues a series of messages called Traveling Mercies focusing on Moses and his journey from broken dreams to having those dreams realized in his life.
by Steve Ridgell · Matthew 5:14-16 · Identity
Christianity is a public commitment. It must not be hidden.
by Rubel Shelly · Ephesians 4:25 · Respect
Rubel Shelly challenges us with an old story to be people of truth and respect even in the most dire and painful circumstances and treat people with the same ethical respect we would expect ourselves.
by Tom Norvell · Matthew 11:25-30 · Rest
Tom Norvell prays for the weary and the heavy burdened and tired, based on Jesus' promise to give us rest.
by Phil Ware · Romans 8:22-29 · Holy Spirit
Phil Ware writes about Romans 8:22-29, the bondage to decay that our world faces, our own troubles and hardships, and slogans that we often use and abuse to try to encourage people who are grieving, wounded, or hurt.
by Phil Ware · Mark 5:1-20 · Grace
Phil Ware challenges us to look at our identity built around the question of "Who are you?" and the answer framed by the work of Jesus.
by Rubel Shelly · 1 Peter 3:13-16 · Faithfulness · Atheism
Rubel Shelly comments on the recommendation of Francis Collins nomination for the head of NIH and the Sam Harris criticism of his nomination.
by Steve Ridgell · John 14:1-4 · Health
Christians have the only certain security during times of epidemic illness.
by Rubel Shelly · Proverbs 13:12 · Hope
Rubel Shelly takes on the negative sentiment of the day and confronts it head on.
by Tom Norvell · Philippians 4:13 · Value
Tom Norvell reminds us to listen to God when we feel like we have nothing to offer, and if we do, we will realize that is enough.
by Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg · Mark 14:42-42 · Passion
Lois Tverberg shares from her blog on the Jewishness of Jesus and about why the disciples fell asleep on the night of Jesus' betrayal.
by Phil Ware · Matthew 6:9-12 · Jesus
Phil Ware challenges us to look beyond the cosmetic image we see in the mirror and view ourselves as God does.
by Rubel Shelly · Hebrews 11:1 · God
Rubel Shelly uses an acronym and a website to remind us that it is going to be okay.
by Lisa Mikitarian · Isaiah 40:30 · Generosity · Gardening
Lisa Mikitarian shares with us about seeing the evergreen when the weeding is done in winter and reminds us of the constant, ever-present and everlasting God who loves us.
by Patrick D. Odum · Acts 4:13 · Faith
Patrick Odum shares insights on sharing our faith in the public square using the reaction to Rick Warren's prayer at President Obama's inauguration.
by Ron Rose · Romans 8:28 · Adversity
Ron Rose talks about a couple that loses everything beside faith and then finds an opportunity to influence others for God.
by Russ Lawson · Romans 8:28 · New Year
Russ Lawson writes to remind us about God's work in our lives even when things are crazy and feel out of control.
by Russ Lawson · Philippians 4:4-7 · Children of God
Russ Lawson reminds us that even during these troubling times that God is at work to take care of us.
by Bob Sjogren · 1 Timothy 2:1-7 · Pride · President
Bob Sjogren reminds us the importance of fasting and praying for the president.
by Phil Ware · 1 Timothy 2:1-6 · Prayer for the Nation
Phil Ware reminds us of the importance of prayer before and after this election.
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 112:1-10 · Adversity
Tom Norvell describes fear and fear of the Lord using Psalm 112.
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