Articles Tagged 'Fit'

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.

Houses for Healing!

Phil Ware shares the work of Houses for Healing (H4H) in Abilene, Texas, which serves people of that region of Texas with a place to stay while they (or their family with them) are receiving medical care in Abilene.

This example of bringing together a coalition of people, organizations, churches, and businesses to bless others in the name of Jesus is a powerful example of what Kingdom life could be!

Waiting in Expectation

Phil Ware and Demetrius Collins invite us to worship God and celebrate the work of the Holy Spirit as we are transformed to be more like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

We can approach each day with hope and expectation because of God's faithfulness.

Aren't the Trees Nice and Full!

Phil Ware introduces us to the concept of TRANSENDING.church and calls us to be a people who gather to transform and scatter.

We are called to be a group of mustard seed people — folks who know they are GATHERED to be TRANSFORMED and SCATTERED.

No Box Works!

Max Lucado reminds us that Jesus defies description and won't fit into any boxes that limit him and make him manageable.

You can try to make Jesus into the Messiah you want him to be, but he's too big for your job description!

A Word for Misfits

Max Lucado writes about Samuel's anointing David king of Israel and reminds us that God uses all sorts of misfits.

Can God really use someone like me?

Oasis of Safety

An article about the work of one church with the help of Compassion International in Fortaleza Brazil.

This place was rare; an oasis of safety in a desert of violence.

Good News for Christmas

Rick Brown writes a beautiful story on the background of Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and a reminder that Jesus came for all of us misfits so we could know we fit in.

In the dark night of the soul or caught in the foggy haze of confusion, is there good news for me?

Made to be Complements

Phil Ware continues his series on looking at how the Bible values a woman, this week focusing on what it means to be complements.

Filling in each other's missing pieces!

Welcome to the Dance

Lisa Noble shares a beautiful and intimate reflection of her walk, or better yet her dance with the Lord and his lead in her life.

All of life is a dance if we will only remember who needs to take the lead!

How Are You Spending Time?

Rubel Shelly reminds us of the value of small increments of time used wisely to make an eternal difference by doing the small things in the lives of others that bless, encourage, and support them.

So what are you investing in?

Outlive Yourself

Steve Higginbotham reflects on the death of Andy Griffith and reminds us of the importance of our influence.

Andy and Barney will live on in our memories for a long time!

What Are We Known For?

Ron Rose reminds us that we can be someone who argues or someone who is known for loving others.

So how's your reputation as a Christian?

If the Shoe Fits

Phil Ware continues his series of reflections based on his Sagrada Familia mission trip to the orphans of The Community.

Are you chosen?

What Takes Your Breath Away?

Ron Rose reminds us of the benefits of our faith and our need to celebrate them!

Isn't it all a matter of how we view things?

Even in Mayberry

Steve Higginbotham talks about four murders that occurred in the town that furnished the backdrop for Andy of Mayberry and reminds us that we live in a fallen world and need to keep our eyes on our heavenly home.

Could anything be better than living in Mayberry?

I Think I Am ...

Tom Norvell makes a wide open confession, he likes shoes and they help him realize that he is rich!

Is this something you are ready to admit?

Figuring Out the Future

Rubel Shelly reminds us of what we need to hold onto during these uncertain times as we try to anticipate the future.

So what's going to happen with all this mess?

Try It On First

Jesus is worth investigating and Christians should encourage people to take enough time to evaluate his value.

We should want people to investigate Jesus.

Now that the Waters Have Receded

Phil Ware talks about ways we can help with hurricane relief.

What can we do to help?

Grand Slam?

Kelly Breece talks about her son, Shane, and his first hit in baseball.

When is a hit more than a home run?

Falling Leaves

Mike Barres reminds us that death, like the falling of leaves in autumn, is a natural part of our world and we need to make sure we honor God when that time comes.

Is death always an intrusion and a tragedy?

Free to Serve

Paul Faulkner reminds us that because of Jesus, even difficult tasks are a blessing to do.

If I am free, why would I want to be a servant?

Good for You!

Marriage proves to be beneficial for both men and women, though for different reasons.

So is marriage really that big an improvement?

No Rest, No Gain

Without rest we cannot restore our bodies and our health, but this is not a new idea, it is God's fitness plan from long ago.

Can you really get more fit by resting?

Mt. St. Kid

A kid who goes through a tantrum meltdown faces off with his mom who uses the scream free technique to help the child learn boundaries and not embarrass himself.

How can you tame a raging child volcano?