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 Rubel Shelly · Proverbs 10:9 · Leadership
Rubel Shelly reminds us that the first duty of leaders is to be faithful, loyal, and trustworthy with the people closest to him.
by Mike Barres · Hebrews 13:5 · Pleasure · Airplane
Tom Norvell talks about an air traffic controller landing a plane and how his dad was a blessing.
by Steve Ridgell · Philippians 4:12 · Future
In a world that is facing an uncertain future, Christians know that Jesus is the one certain thing we can count on.
by Warren Baldwin · Matthew 25:14-30
Warren Baldwin reminds us of what God has entrusted us with to invest in our lives in ministry and receive interest on his investment.
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 145:13-16 · Faithfulness
Tom Norvell reflects on Psalm 145:13-16 and reminds us that in the middle of broken marriages, broken political promises, and broken hopes, God is faithful to his promises.
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 112:1-10 · Adversity
Tom Norvell describes fear and fear of the Lord using Psalm 112.
by Steve Ridgell · Psalm 25:15-18 · Delivered
A near death experience taught me lessons about God's deliverance that guide my life to this day.
by Bill Denton · Romans 13:7 · Honor
Bill Denton remembers a story told about President George W. Bush putting his feet up on his mother's coffee table and being scolded, and reminds us that it's all about honor.
by Steve Ridgell · Jeremiah 17:14 · Control
We cannot repair the broken relationships in our life. So why do we try?
by Skye Noe · Mark 6:4
"Only in his home town, among his relatives and in his own house is a prophet without honor." Mark 6:4
by Skye Noe
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets” (Mathew 7:12). This phrase of Jesus spoken during the Sermon on the Mount is referred to as the Golden Rule. I am curious how the world would
by Rubel Shelly · John 8:12 · Light
Rubel Shelly talks about finding our way when we are trapped in darkness: look for Jesus to light the way.
by Bill Sherrill · Hebrews 11 · God
Bill Sherrill reminds that if we don't believe in the God of power today, it will be hard for those who don't believe in God to listen to us talk about the great deeds of God from long ago.
by Skye Noe · John 20:30-31
I wish I was better at documenting my life. As much as I like to think my memory is strong and full of detail, there is so much that has slipped away. There are many solutions to this problem; some people are journal writers and have years of memorable
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 13 · Faith
Tom Norvell reminds us of the power of trusting God and putting our faith in his unfailing love.
by Skye Noe · John 6:5-13
This is what constantly amazes me about the efficiency with which God is able to solve our problems. It's not that I have any doubt concerning his power to create solutions; it's just amazing that he completes His plans using us! God is a master at solv
by Russ Lawson · Psalm 18:2 · Strength
Russ Lawson reminds us that faith is a muscle we exercise and when we do, we mature and grow in faith and spiritual strength.
by Tim Archer · Galatians 5:6 · Faith · Obedience
Belief and faith are not the same thing. Belief becomes faith when it goes into action.
by Bill Sherrill · Romans 15:13
Bill Sherrill describes the problem with worry and how we often replace prayer with worry, but reminds us that peace isn't about circumstances or logic, but trust in God.
by Mike Barres · Psalm 27:14 · Patience
Mike Barres reminds us that waiting is hard, but God's timing is always best.
by Steve Ridgell · John 9:3 · Work of God
Even when disaster strikes, our God is in control.
by Leah Adams · Isaiah 26:3-4 · Help
Leah talks about struggling with a mess at her new home and shares how prayer and God's help pulled her through!
by Russ Lawson · Hebrews 13:5 · Trust
We bet our lives on many things, but only God is worthy of our trust and he will never leave or forsake us.
by Rubel Shelly · Galatians 4:6 · Faith
We need to visualize who we are in Christ before it becomes a real part of our daily go to work world, and so we need to pretend we are children of God and the presence of Jesus Christ.
by Alan Smith · Hebrews 11:35-12:2 · Burden
We stand on the shoulders of giants and have the blessinmgs we have because of their sacrifices.
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