Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. John 1:22 We were fortunate to witness some world-renowned speakers at our church conference this weekend, Gateway’s Accelerate Conference: Accelerate the Growth of Your Life and Career. Among them was the legendary John Maxwell, whose words left a lasting impact….
Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize (1 Corinthians 9:24). I spent many years in competitive athletics, playing volleyball and basketball in high school, and basketball in college. When competing in a volleyball match or basketball…
God often provides pieces of information about our future but most of the time does not give us the entire picture. It would be so much easier if he would but there is a purpose behind the partial disclosure. When reading 1 Samuel 16 this week about Samuel anointing David to be the next King…
“Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead” (James 2:17). Over the years there has been controversy over what constitutes salvation. Can one pray a prayer acknowledging Jesus then go back to their old lifestyle? I would question the sincerity of that prayer, but only God knows the heart. I…
If you are faced with a new calling on your life, do you see the giants, or do you see the potential? When exploring the Promised Land, Moses sent twelve men, representing each tribe of Israel to scout out this new territory. While they acknowledged that it was a land flowing with milk and honey,…