Articles Tagged 'Sacrifice' (Page 5)

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.

Stretching for Our Gods

by Patrick D. Odum · Matthew 16:24-25 · Growth

Patrick Odum reminds us that to grow we have to stretch, reach, and sacrifice but that is more than worth the effort because Jesus gives us back far more than we can ever give.

What are you willing to sacrifice to achieve or find?

Exercise Gives Energy

by Mike Barres · Philippians 2:3-4 · Sacrifice

Serving may be hard work, but like good exercise, it develops us into a healthier people.

Why in the world would anyone want to go to such an effort?

Bombarded by Self

by Kimberli J. Brackett · Luke 9:23 · Self Esteem

When we put self in the middle of everything, then everything becomes about I, me, my, and mine, and not about God and we mess up our self-absorbed lives.

So what's the big problem with all this self stuff?

This Time, Giving Up is Winning

by Phil Ware · John 19:30 · Jesus

Jesus gave up his spirit, but he did not give up his mission, his mercy, his grace.

Can you ever think of when giving up is ever good?

You Could Wish It Were So

by Rubel Shelly · Hebrews 13:7 · Mentoring

A surgeon who gives blood to his patient is a reminder of all those who have invested in us to make us what we are.

Are you willing to invest in others to lead them to a better place?

Willing to Die

by Mike Barres · 1 Peter 3:17 · Suffering

Suffering and death for the cause of Christ are now viewed as something sad, unnecessary, and a wast.

How far would you go in your love and trust of the Lord?

The Indescribable Gift

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.

What's the best gift you've ever received?

The Story They Missed!

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.

Why weren't these things mentioned?

All Space is Sacred Space

by Rubel Shelly · Romans 12:1-2

All space must be reclaimed as sacred space.

Can we segment our lives into secular and sacred?

God in a Box

by Phil Ware · Romans 12:1-2 · Worship

Worhip is more than what happens on Sunday in our holy box.

Where do you worship?

Living Up to the Price?

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?

Are we living up to the price paid to purchase our freedom?

The New Year and The Blood of The Lamb

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.

Can we learn to center on what is most important?

Finding Joy in Sacrifice

by Alan Smith · Matthew 13:44 · Giving · Generosity · Tithing

Sacrifices that allow us to share in the life of God should bring us joy.

How much joy do you get out of sacrifice?

More Than a Magical Symbol

by Russ Lawson · 1 Corinthians 1:18 · Easter · Death · Sacrifice

The Cross must be more than a mere magical symbol to ward off evil, it must be the power of God for our lives.

What does the Cross mean to you?

Did Jesus Wear Glasses?

by Danny Sims · Jesus · Incarnation · Vision

To remember anew how God sees me through the lenses of His love is a priceless gift. I was reminded in communion last Sunday, looking at my son, seeing God's son.