Max Lucado has touched millions with his signature storytelling writing style. For the last 20 years he’s also served as the senior pastor of the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas. But he says his greatest accomplishment is finding a one-in-a-million wife in Denalyn and having three unbelievable daughters: Jenna, Andrea, and Sara. Learn more about Max and his books here: http://www.maxlucado.com/about/ All material from Max used on this website is Copyright W Publishing Group, used by permission.
“Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread.”
Have questions but don’t know who to talk to? Feel free to contact an online mentor, privately & confidentially. [display_podcast] What a statement of trust! Whatever you want me to have is all I want. Some days the plate runs over. God keeps bringing out more food and we keep loosening our belt. A promotion. A privilege. [...] Read More >
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A Lesson in Humility
When you feel like no one around is listening: Contact an online mentor via email! We’re here to listen. “Jesus … made Himself of no reputation … He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.” Philippians 2:5, 7–8 Deflating inflated egos is so important to God that he [...] Read More >
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A Lesson in Humility
Are you lonely in your relationship and wish it was different? Talk to us. Join us for our Daily Devotional Chat today in our Women’s Chatroom at 10:30 am EDT. ”Jesus … made Himself of no reputation … He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross” [...] Read More >
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A Pasture for the Soul
Please don’t hesitate to share your prayer items with us: Requests, praise, questions, whatever: Contact us and we will pray with you. “He lets me rest in green pastures.” Psalm 23:2 (NLT) For a field to bear fruit, it must occasionally lie fallow. And for you to be healthy, you must rest. Slow down, and God will [...] Read More >
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Because He Chooses To …
Dive deeper into God’s word this year: Explore one (or more) of our dozens of our online interactive Bible studies. Love. We’ve all but worn out the word. This morning I used love to describe my feelings toward my wife and toward peanut butter. Far from identical emotions. I’ve never proposed to a jar of peanut [...] Read More >
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Begin. Just Begin!
Do you feel like you’re lacking direction on your spiritual journey? Sometimes talking to someone who’s “been there” can help. Feel free to contact an online mentor today. [display_podcast] What difference will my work make? God’s answer: “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin” (Zechariah 4:10, NLT) Begin. Just Begin! What [...] Read More >
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Believe in Him
Explore the life of Jesus through our online interactive life lesson series “Portraits of the Christ“. [display_podcast] “… whoever believes in him shall not perish …” John 3:16 The phrase “believes in him” doesn’t digest well in our day of self-sufficient spiritual food. “Believe in yourself ” is the common menu selection of our day. Try harder. Work [...] Read More >
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Changing Our Nature
Continue the process of becoming more Christ-like by taking an online interactive Bible study. [display_podcast] My dog Molly and I aren’t getting along. The problem is not her personality. A sweeter mutt you will not find. She sees every person as a friend and every day as a holiday. I have no problem with Molly’s attitude. I [...] Read More >
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Deliver Us from the Evil One
If you need prayer, or need help praying yourself for deliverance from temptation, please contact us today. [display_podcast] The next-to-last phrase in the Lord’s prayer is a petition for protection from Satan: “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” Is such a prayer necessary? Would God ever lead us into temptation? James [...] Read More >
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Directions for the Road Ahead
Learn about God’s strength in our series of “Learning about God” online interactive life lessons. [display_podcast] The key question in life is not “How strong am I?” but rather “How strong is God?” Focus on his strength, not yours. Occupy yourself with the nature of God, not the size of your biceps. That’s what God told Moses to do. [...] Read More >
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