Trust is one of the most important ingredients of a healthy organization - and one leaders must work to build. It’s also one of the easiest things for a leade
Submit yourselves . . . to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. – James 4:7 (ESV)Please Pray: Lord, You know my battles. Sometimes it feels hopeless. I want to serve You, but occasionally it just feels like things get in the way of life and ministry....
We often treat breakfast as a quick chore—something to grab and go just to silence our hunger. But according to ancient wisdom, the first meal of the day wasn't just about filling the stomach; it was a highly functional "blueprint" designed to sustain steady energy for hours.The secret lies in...
Word Unpacked: Devotionals in Romans▶ Watch the full devotional:Romans 14:12 (NIV)So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.If we stood in a courtroom today, what would we be asked to say?We'd probably come prepared. Some of them had grown up keeping food rules and holy...
Eliezer Gonzalez
The church prays for Peter while he is in prison, and God answers in a remarkable way. Acts 12 encourages us to keep praying and trust him with the outcome.
Chris Carpenter
Jude Hill, Linda Cardellini and Chris Pratt in "Way of the Warrior Kid," premiering November 25, 2026 on Apple TV.What does it mean to be a warrior? For one young boy struggling to find his place in the world, the answer will change everything. Starring Chris Pratt and based on...
Jessica SmootHave you ever said yes to God and then looked around at your life and wondered what in the world you just signed up for?Because let’s talk about it.Sometimes we hear people testify about obedience, and we get to see the beautiful ending. The breakthrough. The answered prayer. The promise...
Jay GardenIn 1913, French composer Erik Satie (1866–1925) published a satirical account of a musician’s daily routine. He described his day with absurd precision:“I rise at 7.18; am inspired from 10.23 to 11.47. I lunch at 12.11 and leave the table at 12.14.”Even inspiration had a place on Satie’s timetable. His...
Karen Del Tatto
3 Approaches for Turning Your Disbelief into Belief Throughout our lives we experience times of disbelief, circumstances that we either j...
Don Martin
Revelation 19:7 declares, “Let us rejoice and exult, and let us give the glory to Him, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His wife has made herself ready.” Eternally the Lamb…
Ron Edmondson
In Leadership - rip it off. Or as Barney Fife would say - Nip it in the bud! One of the hardest parts of leadership is doing what you already know needs to be d
Donna Bucher
Autumn is the appellation of elegance for this singular season. As my favorite season, I have long been captivated by the language of autumn.
Greg Laurie
Most of us have experienced grief. I wish so many of us weren’t so well-acquainted with the pain, but our shared experience is also a chance to share hope.
Sesan OguntadeThe name of God and their meanings is the topic discussed and taught at the last Power Outreaches broadcast. What is in the name of God? Why should we study the name of God? These are some of the questions answered during this broadcast and it’s in the video below at the bottom of this […]
Nadia ArensdorfSubmit yourselves . . . to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. – James 4:7 (ESV)Please Pray: Lord, You know my battles. Sometimes it feels hopeless. I want to serve You, but occasionally it just feels like things get in the way of life and ministry....
Nadia ArensdorfPhoto image courtesy of Eduardo Ramos for UnsplashSubmit yourselves . . . to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. – James 4:7 (ESV) The apostle Paul tells us in Ephesians 6:12 that, “... we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against...
Heather Creekmore
How can you tell if your pursuit of a better body, better schedule, better finances, or better life is quietly pulling your focus away from Jesus?
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. There’s a line in The Message translation of Colossians that stops me in my tracks every time. Paul writes that God was pleased to have everything, absolutely everything, in…
Eliezer Gonzalez
Faithful in the face of opposition, James and the church remind us that Jesus is alive, and his gospel cannot be stopped.
David Derksen
“Forgiveness was a public transaction made between two people, and the moral weight was heaviest on the offender. Unlike today where victims are sometimes put under immense pressure to forgive unconditionally and quickly, in the early church, the focus was on the brother or sister who sinned.” -Teasi Cannon in Counterfeit Forgiveness: How a Modern Myth … Continue reading "Book Review: COUNTERFEIT FORGIVENESS by Teasi Cannon"
David M ClarkBy David M ClarkWe’ve checked our messages. We’ve gone over the conversation again. We’ve prayed, and we’re still waiting.Most of us know how that feels. We’d welcome an answer, or even a little clarity. Instead, another day comes, and nothing seems to have changed.Waiting can wear us down, especially when...
Jay Garden
Some days, we measure life by how much we accomplish, ending the day wondering whether we have done enough.Franz Schubert’s daily routine offers a different rhythm. He typically spent his mornings composing, leaving afternoons for walks, visits with friends, and other activities. His life shows how focused work and companionship...
Jay Garden
“I’ll make time for music when things settle down.” It is easy to promise ourselves we’ll make time for music after the deadline, when the house is quiet, or when the errands are done. But life doesn’t always settle down. The weeks fill up, and what matters to us keeps...
Ron EdmondsonTrust is one of the most important ingredients of a healthy organization - and one leaders must work to build. It’s also one of the easiest things for a leade
BHKThere are moments in our walk with the Lord that are difficult to explain. They come unexpectedly, and sometimes we struggle to find the words to describe what is happening within us. Yet, they leave us with something precious to reflect upon and share with others. I recently experienced one...
Lisa E. BetzWeary? Uninspired? Frustrated? One way to keep the spark of joy alive in times of weariness or turmoil is to treat ourselves to authentic indulgences.
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata EPrata photo And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:7). It’s a grace to have this peace. …
Carol McLeodGuest author, Paige Allen, shares how Leah’s story reminds us how comparison steals our joy, and how turning our eyes from what we lack to God can lead us into praise, peace, and purpose.
Pam ChildsBe sober-minded, be alert. Your adversary the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour. – 1 Peter 5:8 (CSB)Please Pray: Lord, You have warned me that my enemy is prowling and reminded me to stay alert. Help me do that. Please examine my...
Pam ChildsPhoto by sippakorn yamkasikorn on UnsplashBe sober-minded, be alert. Your adversary the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour. – 1 Peter 5:8 (CSB) One fall evening my aunt and uncle from Ohio were visiting my parents in their Florida home. A cozy...
Revive Our HeartsWhat do we do when our deepest longings remain unmet? These ten truths from Psalm 16 remind us that we can find comfort in God, even when our circumstances don’t change.
Maureen Hall Puccini
I'm a terrible forgiver. Once the offense hardens into concrete, I can't let it go. But God taught me a better way to deal with my pain.
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. It always starts the same way: a quiet, creeping panic. That moment when someone realizes the last gas station was thirty miles ago, and the next one might as well be in ano…
Eliezer Gonzalez
The word of God increased despite persecution, Peter’s imprisonment, and Herod’s power. See where the church turns when opposition comes.
Mike Genung
We are a Church at War. We’re losing many battles because we’re not equipping God’s people in spiritual warfare. Pastors and ministry leaders fall daily. Suicide takes many lives. Many are walking away from the faith. A once every 2-3 years message on the armor Read More
David Derksen
Instead of your shame you will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace you will rejoice in your inheritance. And so you will inherit a double portion in your land, and everlasting joy will be yours. -Isaiah 61:7, NIV Life gets better! I remember having a conversation with a friend at a gym back in Connecticut before … Continue reading "Life gets better! My birthday."
Wanda Alger
In this night parable, Holy Spirit is calling the Church to prepare a place where His presence and glory dwells - for the sake of the lost.
Jay Garden
Over the past seven episodes, we have met composers who lived more than one kind of life. Ives worked in insurance, Borodin was a chemist and professor, Mussorgsky was a civil servant, Hoffmann was a judge, Paderewski became a statesman, and Herschel became an astronomer. Their paths were very different,...
Ron Edmondson
Leadership is always under pressure. You have to leave the harbor. It’s been said you can manage a ship well when you are safely docked. You can keep it clea
Don Martin
Here is the concluding portion of a hymn about New Jerusalem. Words are by Witness Lee and music by Herbert Booth. The full hymn with music is here. —From the throne of God, its center, ——Flows the…
Chris CarpenterActor Carl Anderson believes standing in the bright lights of a production can sometimes feel lonely, even intimidating. But what he has found is that when you stand up for what you believe in, for what is moral and just, and most importantly, it is what God wants you to do, it’s always the right choice.
Damon J. Gray
Death & Taxes “Nothing in this world can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”1 That’s a phrase we’ve likely all heard, and probably more than once. It’s humorous, to be sure, but is it true? Mel Gibson, portraying William Wallace in the movie Braveheart, said, “Every man dies, but not every man…
Nancy C. WilliamsWoolly worms remind us that no one can predict the weather…but we can count on our faithful Savior to shelter us in the storms.
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata Jeremiah 29:5-7 says, Build houses and live in them; and plant gardens and eat their produce. 6Take wives and father sons and daughters, and take wives for your sons and give you…
BHKThe Lord has blessed my household beyond measure. His goodness has reached far beyond our material needs; He has touched my soul, strengthened my heart, and sustained my spirit. He has protected me from destruction, led me through difficult seasons, brought me into green pastures, and restored my soul. When...
Sesan OguntadeEffective Prayers for uncommon miracles was the theme of the Power Outreaches broadcast yesterday. I was able to discuss the most important key for effective Prayers. Related: Why persistent Prayers get answered What is effective Prayers for uncommon miracles? Effective prayers for uncommon miracles are the prayers offered to God to provoke His reactions […]
Karen Ganon
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power...and always persevere in supplication for all the saints. – Ephesians 6:10,18bPlease Pray: Lord, spiritual warfare is hard and it is scary. Yet You are the General who goes before us and remains beside us in battle. May...
Karen Ganon
Photo image courtesy Andrej Lisakov for UnsplashFinally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power...and always persevere in supplication for all the saints. – Ephesians 6:10,18b I sat in my car in the retirement home parking lot. I cried out to God at my failure to...
Revive Our Hearts
Erin reminds you of four promises of God you can cling to.
Lisa Price
Our God whom we serve is able to rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will rescue us from your hand, O king. But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we are not g…
Jay Garden
Before William Herschel (1738–1822) became known for discovering Uranus, he earned his living through music. He taught music, composed, conducted, and served as a church organist. For years, music was his profession and his everyday life.Then his curiosity led him somewhere unexpected: the night sky.From Music to AstronomyBorn in Hanover,...
Matik Nicholls
Hello everyone! Here at Authentic Joy we have been celebrating an amazing milestone – 100,000 people have completed Authentic Joy Bible plans on the YouVersion app! Wow! Who would have though…
Deborah Hemstreet (Dvora Elisheva)
What is at stake in Israel’s 2026 election? This guest blog by Marvin Kramer examines the parties, security concerns, and challenges of forming Israel’s next government.
Karisa Moore
"Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces, but he will heal us; he has injured us but he will bind up our wounds. After two days he will revive us; on the third day, he will restore us, that we may live in his...
Karisa Moore
"Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us; he has injured us but he will bind up our wounds. After two days he will revive us; on the third day, he will restore us, that we may live in his...
Becky Fischer
Check out our post about Celebrating 25 Years in Ministry! from our blog category Children's Ministry Leaders .
Eliezer Gonzalez
What does it mean to be human, and how do we relate to one another as men and women? In this sermon, we zoom in on God’s creation of humanity and discover the beauty of being made male and female in His image. We see God’s good design for marriage, the call to community, and the deeper belonging we find in Christ, our true Bridegroom. Watch Out of the Dust: A series on Genesis 1-12.
Samuel Deuth
Take a free spiritual gifts assessment rooted in Scripture. Discover how the Holy Spirit has gifted you to serve, and learn how to grow in your gifts.
Jay Garden
What happens when a musician’s life grows beyond the concert hall?Ignacy Jan Paderewski (1860–1941) was already a world-famous pianist and composer when he became involved in the struggle for Polish independence. His concerts had made him famous, but they also gave him a public voice that he chose to use...
Lynda Schultz
Part OneEve, the mother of all of us. She is easy to blame for our ills. We are so good at shifting blame. But are we so different? In truth the weakness of our nature has always been. If it hadn’t been Eve, it would have been someone else.In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.And so the story unfolds. But there is something present at the beginning of the historical record that requires us to stop and think. This opening statement, In the beginning, God created the heavens and
Petrina Ferguson
What’s with this generation of men who believe that they deserve princess treatment and that a woman is not the prize and that they are the prize? The truth of the matter is both people can be the prize. But a man is wired by God, designed by God to be the initiator; the one who pursues the prize – the woman he wants. He is to woo and win her over by properly impressing […]
David Derksen
Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues. -Proverbs 17:28 More Christians could learn from that fool from Proverbs 17:28 who held his tongue when it comes to marriages ravaged by adultery. Sadly, the advice (and condemnation) come all too freely for faithful spouses. Here a few … Continue reading "Stupid Stuff “Christians” Say to Faithful Spouses"
Geoff Waugh
Bible App also as YouVersion The Most Downloaded and Used Bible App in the World. The free Bible App brings Scripture to life…
Sarah Freymuth
But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. – Isaiah 53:5 (NIV)Please Pray:Father, thank You for sending Jesus to take on the punishment we deserve. Thank You for Jesus’...
Sarah Freymuth
Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashBut he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. – Isaiah 53:5 (NIV)What does sin look like?It is a stain on a brand-new sweater....
Sesan OguntadeThere are surely Propehts of the nations. There are Prophets over nations. God appoints prophets over countries and they speak for God in nations. They see the future and see and say the mind of God over nations. It is a calling and God always gives this privilege to whomever He chooses. Not every pastor […]
Summer MarreroSpiritual warfare is a reality every Christian needs to understand. The Bible teaches that we have a spiritual enemy who seeks to deceive people, tempt them to sin, and turn them away from God̵…
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. There’s a subtle, painful belief many Christians carry, often silently, often without even realizing it’s there: “If things are going wrong, it must be my fault.” “If life i…
Stevens Brookes
Orienteering offers families an opportunity to explore nature while practicing map reading, navigation, and problem-solving. By finding their way together, parents and children can build confidence, strengthen relationships, and appreciate the beauty of God's creation.How finding your way with a map and compass can get you moving, sharpen your attention,...
Mike Genung
This past Tuesday I had to get up at 4am for an early flight out of Dublin. Normally I check in online and have my boarding pass before getting to the airport, but I didn’t have the Aer Lingus ap. I figured it would be Read More
Eliezer Gonzalez
When you’re brokenhearted or crushed in spirit, it can be hard to see how God is at work. Psalm 34:18 assures us that the LORD is near and saves those who take refuge in him.
Jay Garden
We began this series with a simple question: what happens when a musician has to earn a living another way?We’ve met composers who worked as clerks, civil servants, naval officers, and chemists. For our final episode, we turn to perhaps the most extraordinary case of all: E. T. A. Hoffmann...
Don Martin
We continue the hymn about New Jerusalem with words by Witness Lee and music by Herbert Booth. The full hymn with music is here. —God with man completely blended, ——Mystery of godliness. —God in gl…
Robin McKinley
Paul reminds us to believe God because that His mighty power is already at work within us. Yet how often do we face life's challenges as though everything depen
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata How often we see in the Bible warnings about greed or attachment to money, and how it corrupts. After all, we read in 1 Timothy 6:10, “For the love of money is a root of al…
Elizabeth Prata
Elizabeth Prata I lived in Maine for 30 years. The Gospel is so needed in Maine. Maine has one of the highest proportions of Pagans and Wiccans in the United States. Data from the Pew Research Cent…
Eliezer Gonzalez
The gospel keeps advancing as people turn to Jesus, grow in his church, and care for believers in need.
Duncan Williams
A reflection by Pastor Duncan Williams for CFPEach year as October draws to a close, pumpkins glow on doorsteps and tales of the supernatural return to our screens. For many Christians, Halloween and its associated horror stories can feel uncomfortable – something to avoid, or at best a cultural curiosity...
Ron Edmondson
People only know what they know. And when people don’t have enough information, they tend to fill in the blanks themselves. They draw their own conclusions a
LizaGonzalezabbvieDiscover biblical truth that can transform how you understand who you are, how you pray for healing, and how you walk with God.You Don’t Have to Stay StuckIf you are searching for your identity in Christ, praying for healing, longing to hear God’s voice, or learning how to live by...
Geoff Waugh
Mission and Revival Books Free PDFs available You can reproduce any of these God’s Surprises – Blog God’s Surprises– PDF…
Kristen Terrette
Photo image courtesy Kateryna Hliznitsova for Unsplash“You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven or in the waters beneath or in the waves below. You shall not bow down and worship them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing...
Revive Our Hearts
Marriage, romance, and sex are good things, but should never become good things—essential for you to feel like a whole person.
Abigail Wallace
You’d think after seven months of crutching in a cast and hobbling in a boot I’d be jubilant at the thought of walking in shoes. But I’m not. Why am I reluctant to ditch my big, gray boot? Although it was awkward to walk in a boot, there were definite upsides. 4 Boot Benefits “What’d...
Greg Laurie
How do you discover what God has called you to do? According to Pastor Greg Laurie, the answer may be simpler than you might expect.
Eliezer Gonzalez
God welcomes the nations, giving Gentiles the same gift of the Holy Spirit and repentance that leads to life through Jesus.
Nancy C. Williams
This Halloween, give trick-or-treaters a sweet surprise as you hand out candy!
Ron Edmondson
You have to drive innovation in most organizations. Not everyone is naturally innovative. Some of that is personality. Some people are wired to see new possibi
Don Martin
Three posts presented Christ formed in us from Galatians 4, filled unto all the fullness of God from Ephesians 3, and Christ is all in the new man from Colossians 3. All of these happenings in our …
Petrina Ferguson
What’s with this generation of men who believe that they deserve princess treatment and that a woman is not the prize and that they are the prize? The truth of the matter is both people can be the prize. But a man is wired by God, designed by God to be the initiator; the one who pursues the prize – the woman he wants. He is to woo and win her over by properly impressing […]
Sheryl H. Boldt
The reality that less of my life lies before me than behind me sometimes hits hard. This fact makes me want, more than ever, to live with purpose.
Eddie Jones
If you are a believer in Christ, God’s seed — sperma — is in you (1 John 3:9).
Jay Garden
Even if you have never heard of Alexander Borodin (1833–1887), you may have heard the beautiful Nocturne from his String Quartet No. 2.What makes Borodin especially interesting is that music was not his only work. He was a chemist, professor, and researcher who composed music alongside a demanding scientific career.His...
Ron Edmondson
I’ve said - and seen - it for years - You limit what you control. It’s easy to agree with that principle until someone does something differently than we w
Sharon Jaynes
I don’t think any of us get up one morning and say to ourselves, I think I’ll drift away from God today. Drifting happens when we aren’t paying attention. Consider this story about a friend of mine. It was supposed to be a sailing adventure for Loran and the youth group at his church. A friend had procured three sailing vessels that resembled the Niña, Read more...
Carol McLeod
Jane Hamon shares how God can turn your deepest valleys into doorways of hope, grow your faith through life’s battles, and lead you into the victory found in His presence.
Revive Our Hearts
Remembering how God has been with us in the past can help us trust Him in the present and take the unknown steps that lie ahead.
Charles StoneHave you ever awakened at 2:30 in the morning, glanced at the clock, and realized your mind was already racing?
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. The Millers returned from their weeklong beach vacation sunburned, sandy, and blissfully relaxed. That feeling lasted exactly eight seconds, right up until they opened the f…
Holly EastburgArtza brings the beauty, history, and culture of the Holy Land to your doorstep! Each box features thoughtfully selected products from Israeli artisans, along with foods, crafts, and other treasures that offer a meaningful way to experience Israel without leaving home. This Artza box takes us along the Jesus Trail, a hiking route through the Galilee
Nicole O'Meara
We shopped for a long while before choosing my transfer chair. Then we took it on a few flights, a bus, a boat, and a cruise ship. We rolled it through smooth airport terminals and across gravel hillsides. It performed like a champ. We bought the ProTravers Ultralightweight Transfer Chair. Here’s w
Eliezer Gonzalez
Jesus is alive and at work. Peter’s miracles point beyond the apostle to the risen Lord, and many people turn to him.
Lori Altebaumer
Photo by CJ Dayrit on UnsplashAnd Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy...
Jay Garden
Some things simply feel balanced. A melody can rise and fall in a way that feels complete, just as a room can feel well-proportioned without us knowing its exact measurements. During the Renaissance, musicians, artists, architects, and thinkers paid close attention to these relationships. They were interested in proportion—the way...
