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 Russ Lawson · Psalm 118:24 · Rejoice
So much of life is a matter of perspective; we can choose to be glad.
by Joe Bagby · Matthew 1:18-21
A preacher gets in trouble talking about Christmas on Sunday, but warns that the world will take Christ out of Christmas.
by Bill Denton · 2 Corinthians 9:15 · Christmas · Gifts
While many men can't give a good gift, a few can, and God gave us an indescribable gift.
by Rubel Shelly · Ephesians 2:14 · Courage
what we can learn from Rosa Parks' simple act of courage and defiance.
by Alan Smith · John 13:33 · Obedience
A man sues God because he thinks he didn't get from God what he felt he deserved.
by Rubel Shelly · Proverbs 14:12 · Surrender
We are not God, we are not in control, and so we need to surrender and let God take control of our lives.
by Rubel Shelly · Philippians 4:8 · Kindness
The whole news media ignored the biggest story of the hurricanes -- the overwhelming help, compassion, and generosity of people to help their neighbors.
by Mike Barres · Philemon 1:7 · Influence
Being nice is important if we are going to influence others.
by Rubel Shelly · Romans 12:1-2
All space must be reclaimed as sacred space.
by Rubel Shelly · 1 Timothy 4:4-5 · Joy
We need to be a rejoicing people who reflect God's blessings in our lives and in our smiles!
by Lynn Anderson · 1 Peter 2:9-17 · Marketplace
The most powerful voice for God in our culture must come from our business leaders who are Christians!
by Rubel Shelly · Romans 12:1-2 · Spiritual Focus
Spirituality is about who you are on a daily basis.
by Rubel Shelly · Colossians 3:23-24
Our Christian life is lived out in our workplace much more than in our church attendance!
by Kimberli J. Brackett · Mark 9:35
The comparison game hurts us no matter what side of the game we play on.
by Phil Ware · Mark 10:42-45 · Communion
Ministry is basically two things: giving and serving!
by Rubel Shelly · 1 Peter 2:9 · Spiritual Focus
Most people are baffled and empty headed in terms of real spirituality?
by Phil Ware · Romans 12:1-2 · Worship
Worhip is more than what happens on Sunday in our holy box.
by Rubel Shelly · Isaiah 43:19 · Pride · Teachable
Being unwilling to learn new things is a key to failure and an arrogance based in false pride and stubborn prejudice.
by Patrick D. Odum · Psalm 118:24 · Depression
January 24 was called the most depressing day of the year, yet we are called to rejoice!
by Phil Ware · 1 Peter 1:18-20 · Sacrifice
Is the high cost of freedom worth the price? Am I living up to the price paid for my freedom?
by Alan Smith · 1 John 4:7-8 · Love · Service
Our actions nearly always speak louder than our words, especially when people cannot understand our words!
by Dr. Jeff Lee · Philippians 2:5-11 · Humility
We must serve others with the humility of Jesus.
by Mike Barres · James 2:1-9 · Favoritism
We must welcome those other reject and leave out because that is what Jesus did.
by Bill Sherrill · Acts 20:7 · Communion
At the start of a New Year, let's make a commitment to remember the meaning of the Lord's Supper and Jesus' sacrifice.
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