Posted in evangelism on Aug 26th, 2014
Perhaps the greatest way to communicate faith to an unsaved person is to do all we can to comfort that person when things go sour in his or her life.
For it is at such times that the non-Christian can see the value of heart-comforting faith that has sustained us and that can do the same […]
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Posted in spiritual comfort on Mar 20th, 2014
I’m one of those people who rarely sleep well.
I can count on one hand the number of times a month that I awake actually feeling rested.
It’s not pleasant.
But I’ve learned to push through it, drink coffee and focus on my missions for the day rather than what I missed while on my pillow.
My eyes […]
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Posted in peace on Mar 19th, 2014
When my days on earth are over, a joy and contentment beyond description will be mine.
This fact compels me day after day to live a life more pleasing to God.
I’m not perfect, but I rejoice that God’s gracious power and patience continues stirring me — and steering me — toward that goal.
You see, no matter […]
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Posted in spiritual comfort on Mar 13th, 2014
When we’re sad, it’s so comforting to know that somebody cares about us.
Particularly when he or she understands what we’re facing.
That’s why it is so important for Christians to demonstrate intercessory compassion to others who are hurting.
That initiative to comfort another speaks volumes about the goodness of our hearts.
And that often leads to open doors […]
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Posted in God's grace on Feb 14th, 2014
Happy Valentine’s Day!
One of the ways we show love to another is by being willing to help them during a time of need.
In fact, taking his or her hand during times of trouble shows that the relationship is more important than the circumstance.
Many parents of adult children know what it’s like to see their children […]
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