The Mark of Maturity
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“This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.” John 15:7 (NIV)
God has a plan for eternity and you have a role in it. God wants you to grow to spiritual maturity so that...... >Read More
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It Takes All Kinds of People
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“From him the whole body … grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.” Ephesians 4:16
A church needs more than just a pastor or a worship leader. Whether it’s a new church or one that’s been around for years, it takes all kinds of people to...... >Read More
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Don’t Understand? Trust God
Read our article about trusting God when we don’t know why things are happening: “Trusting God through the Seasons of Life”
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
You may be facing a dead end right now—financial,...... >Read More
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Prayers Have an Impact
Learn more about biblical prayer: Read our article “Jesus and Prayer”!
“God hears us whenever we ask Him and we know also that He gives us what we ask from Him.” 1 John 5:15 (GNT)
Do you ever wonder if prayer really works? You’re praying about something and Satan whispers to you, “This is a waste of time. Forget it! Who... >Read More
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Pray for Others
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“In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy.” Philippians 1:4
The quickest way to change a relationship from bad to good is to start thanking God for people you are having difficulty getting along with.
Praying for them will do two things - change... >Read More
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Pray Continually for Your Children
Explore some great quotes on prayer that should encourage you in your daily prayer life.
“I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours.” John 17:9
Jesus reflected God’s own heart when he prayed for the disciples, and we reflect God’s heart when we pray for our children.
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Love is a Choice
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“… That you may love the Lord your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For the Lord is your life, and he will give you many years in the land he swore to give to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.” Deuteronomy 30:20
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What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)