During the holidays, we really miss loved ones lost to death, but we should let that be a reminder to seize each moment and fill it with love and joy.
12/19/2003 by Joseph Mazella
Being a joyful person, being involved with friends, and being active in life is the best medicine to prevent disease.
12/18/2003 by Rubel Shelly
We will leave behind messes for our children and grandchildren, but will we also leave behind a lasting legacy of faith?
12/15/2003 by Phil Ware
We get ourselves in so many problems because we do not genuinely listen to each other.
12/13/2003 by Alan Smith
In the face of battling mental health challenges, could you take on the prospect of dying with faith, character, and hope?
12/12/2003 by Kathy Bailey
We are God's children; let's not let anything steal away our identity!
12/01/2003 by Phil Ware
While we may not know exactly what is on the other side of our death, we know God is there and that is more than enough!
11/29/2003 by Alan Smith
Nothing blesses us than to see those we love being generous with others -- that's true thanksgiving!
11/28/2003 by Melva Cooper
With everything in our lives changing all the time, it is very nice to know that Jesus doesn't change.
11/23/2003 by Tom Norvell
So many things we have are temporary, but the ones that are most important are the ones that help us hang on to the eternal.
11/19/2003 by Kelly Breece
Sometimes those who show themselves to be very self-destructive just need someone to help them get some rest and encouragement.
11/18/2003 by Rubel Shelly
So often leaders do not do their most important work, living out God's purpose for them, because they are so busy handling problems and crises.
11/17/2003 by Phil Ware
For many people "getting even" is what they're interested in and they won't be satisfied until it's done. They don't want someone to escape justice. Unfortunately, they fail to realize that never happens on this side of heaven's judgement.
11/16/2003 by Russ Lawson
When we touch those in need and treat them with dignity, we are touching Jesus.
11/14/2003 by Amy Nappa
Some folks are just needing someone to believe in them and take a shot at helping them make it; are we willing?
11/13/2003 by Rubel Shelly
One of the very best ways to honor the memory and life of someone we respect who has died is to use what they have taught us and shown us to bless the living.
11/11/2003 by Janice Price
So often we push everything to the edge... we have just enough money, we're always running just slightly behind, we're always returning our video rentals late, we're going right up to the deadline on every project. Wouldn't it be nice to have some margin,
10/30/2003 by Paul Lee
To have to put off your wedding would be a great disappointment, but life is filled with disappointments -- that's why we need the hope we have in Jesus.
10/22/2003 by Patrick D. Odum
God is blind to our sin because the blood of Jesus continually purifies us when we are walking in the light.
10/21/2003 by Russ Lawson
Don't give up, you're not the only trying and even if you are, what you do matters to God.
10/18/2003 by Alan Smith
God is both majestic and gracious; can we draw near to him as sinners with familiarity and tenderness?
10/13/2003 by Phil Ware
Do you know peace in your life? Or, do you find your days filled with conflict? Are you often belligerent and contentious with those around you? Find real peace in Jesus.
10/12/2003 by Melva Cooper
If you value human contact and personal service, then take note of and appreciate it when you receive it.
10/09/2003 by Rubel Shelly
I want to encourage you in the Lord to never, ever give up.
10/08/2003 by Jim Clark
First stage of Jesus' ministry.
01/01/2002 by Phil Ware