The Power of Confession
“Confession is a powerful spiritual practice in our lives.
A Worthwhile Suffering
“Would you go through all the pain of childbirth again, just to be able to have that beautiful child of yours?” For most mothers, the answer to this question is obvious.
Tested And Proven
Our faith is not only tested, but it is tested to the point of being proven genuine. Persecution and suffering may feel like they are too much to handle many times,
Christ’s Humanity
Have you ever been in a group of people who are traveling or stuck somewhere when meal time rolls around?
Calling Out
This account from a medical doctor details the physical suffering of crucifixion: “The legionnaire … drives a heavy, square, wrought-iron nail
Dedication
When Martin Luther King Jr. was imprisoned in Birmingham for non-violent protests, he wrote the famous “Letter From Birmingham Jail” in reply to southern white religious leaders
Confidence In Christ
“So when the devil throws your sins in your face and declares that you deserve death and hell, tell him this: ‘I admit that I deserve death and hell, what of it?
Blessed Are The Persecuted
In a review from Christianity Today on the book They Say We Are Infidels: On the Run from ISIS with Persecuted Christians in the Middle East,
The Teeth of Suffering
“Our vision is so limited we can hardly imagine a love that does not show itself in protection from suffering. The love of God is of a different nature altogether.
God’s Suffering
One of the 20th century heroes of our faith is Dietrich Bonhoeffer. He was a German pastor who led several efforts to condemn, resist, and overthrow Adolf Hitler
Spoiler Alert
The problem with Hollywood putting out a prequel to one of your favorite films is that it loses a sense of tension for the audience. We already know the hero
Safety First
Most safety features in your car are not meant to prevent an accident, but instead are there to make sure you survive through the accident.
On The Other Side
When Rick Warren preached his first sermon after the suicide of his son, Matthew, the world was watching. Hearing how the pastor talked about the tragedy
Things In Common
The refugee crisis is affecting the entire world as displaced people seek asylum and a permanent home after being driven away from their home countries.
Blessed Are Those Who Mourn
When you see sin in a blatant form it is easy to react. We can become sad, angry, confused, and display a variety of emotions. Deep down, we know that sin is wrong.
A Doubting Faith
“You have to show people that it takes faith to doubt Christianity. C. S. Lewis argued with God before his conversion that the universe seems so cruel and unjust.
The Stockdale Paradox
In this video (3 minute mark), Dr. Dennis Charney explains the “Stockdale Paradox,” a way of thinking that acknowledges the challenge being faced while also keeping
Adversity
“Comfort and prosperity have never enriched the world as much as adversity has.” – Billy Graham
God Is Worthy
Elisabeth Elliot was considered one of the most influential Christian women in the 20th century. She was the wife of martyred missionary Jim Elliot and after his death,
“What Christians Get Wrong About Discipleship”
“What is discipleship? Put simply, discipleship means intentionally partnering with another Christian in order to help that person obey Jesus and grow in relationship with Him