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An Anchor for the Soul

Truth is whatever God says is true. And, it is true that God is always in control. He is for you. And, He can work through every circumstance for your good.

Guaranteed Cure for Doubt

John was at Jesus’ baptism, saw the dove descend on Jesus, heard the voice. Why does John now doubt? Here are 2 ways Jesus will cure doubt for John and us.

How to Grow in Your Faith: Just Do It!

Whatever it is, I will commit to just do it. I will not wait until I am perfect or until I have it all figured out. I will just move forward with faith.

Has the Health Care Bill Officially Passed?

I was burdened about this bill last night and early this morning after hearing that the 60 votes had been obtained. I have also been burdened as I have thought about Jonah. Jonah was called to speak out against the wickedness of Nineveh, but Jonah disobeyed God because of lack of love for the Ninevites. He wanted to see them perish (Jonah 3:10 – 4:2). I am becoming convicted that when I stay silent I am running from my own Nineveh.

How Can We Thank God for Difficult Events

I decided to trust God and hold onto His promise. I thanked God for taking me through a painful time, even though I didn’t know how it could turn out good.

Lies Christians Believe

What are some of the lies Christians believe? I was surprised how many I believed about God and myself. No wonder I couldn’t fully give my all to God.

The Spiritual Importance of Fasting

I have now done 8 40-day fasts, and I’m a believer in the spiritual importance of fasting. I’ve invited many of my friends to also share their experiences.

Obstacles Welcome – Ralph de la Vega

I recently joined the Thomas Nelson book review blogger. It allows for me to read new books from Thomas Nelson as long as I review… Read More »Obstacles Welcome – Ralph de la Vega

Ten Things to Pray for Your Children

You love your kids and want what is best. We have this list of 10 Things to Pray for Your Children to help give some ideas of what to pray.

What to Pray for the Lost

God is in the business of changing lives. Tap into His heart by praying through this list of 15 things to pray for your friends that do not yet know Jesus.

Praying With Children

Last night as I was praying with my older daughter and putting her to bed, she was going through her list of people she wanted me to pray for. She decided to add a few new people to the list, and I started thinking how this is like our relationship with Jesus. Here was my daughter just telling me who she wanted to pray for, and I was the one who flushed this out in prayer. Now this is not a perfect analogy, but Jesus lives always to intercede for us.

The Sweetness of Children and Prayer

Even though my daughter wanted to go to China, she prayed and asked Jesus what He wanted her to do. Check out these three truths from my daughter’s prayers.