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Spiritual Formation: The Power and Privilege of Prayer
Posted on October 20, 2020

Spiritual Formation: The Power and Privilege of Prayer

The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. James … Continue reading Spiritual Formation: The Power and Privilege of Prayer

Your Mornings Matter
Posted on May 21, 2019May 21, 2019

Your Mornings Matter

Brothers and sisters, don’t sleep the day away. Listen, I know how nice it is to sleep in every now and then. Sometimes we need to catch up on our sleep and that’s okay. But just remember that there is a constant war going on beyond your comforter. I’m talking about a spiritual war between … Continue reading Your Mornings Matter

3 Ways to Get Out of a Prayer Rut
Posted on April 2, 2019April 2, 2019

3 Ways to Get Out of a Prayer Rut

If you are like me then sometimes your prayers can feel very mechanical and rote. Whenever I become apathetic in my prayer life, all of my prayers end up sounding the same. They are also usually rushed, lacking an earnestness and fervor that only comes from actively pursuing intimacy with God. Occasionally, I try to … Continue reading 3 Ways to Get Out of a Prayer Rut

3 Tips for Sharing Your Faith
Posted on March 15, 2019March 15, 2019

3 Tips for Sharing Your Faith

This morning I am praying for the Lord to give us more opportunities to share the Gospel where we live. In this current season of our lives, we could make many excuses not to share it with others. “We don’t speak the language well enough yet. What if it damages a relationship we have been … Continue reading 3 Tips for Sharing Your Faith

3 Things I Love About Being a Father
Posted on March 12, 2019

3 Things I Love About Being a Father

As a relatively new father, I am still learning things each and every day. I do not consider myself an expert when it comes to parenting, but I do consider myself extremely blessed by God. Being a father is a joy unlike any other in this life. And contrary to an unspoken, yet popular belief … Continue reading 3 Things I Love About Being a Father

3 Ways to Encourage Others Better
Posted on March 10, 2019March 10, 2019

3 Ways to Encourage Others Better

If I have learned anything in the past two years of living overseas it is that missionaries need daily encouragement. And not just missionaries. Every Christian needs to be told that they are loved, appreciated, and have value on a regular basis. Continue reading 3 Ways to Encourage Others Better

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