The famous English evangelist George Whitefield learned that it was more important to please God than men.
Read MoreStaying steady in the ups and downs of life
Many years ago, the Grand Rapids Press reported a story about a man who owned a small foreign car.
Read MoreOvercoming the fear of sharing the gospel
A condemned prisoner awaiting execution was given the usual privilege of choosing his last meal. The prison guards looked in bewilderment when the meal arrived. It was a plate full of mushrooms!
Read MoreWhat It Really Means to Finish Well
In contrast, one of the best examples of someone who finished their life well, other than Jesus, was the apostle Paul. One of the reasons for his success in honoring Jesus to the very end of his life was his single-minded focus and determination.
Read MoreWhere to find the strength you need to keep going
Years ago when the New York Yankees were managed by Ralph Houk, baseball game schedules were much more demanding.
Read MoreThe key to avoiding spiritual blindness
In November of 1991, a freak dust storm caused a massive pileup along Interstate 5 near Coalinga, California.
Read MoreOvercoming the dangers of distraction
A former police officer tells of the tactics of roving bands of thieves: They enter the store as a group.
Read MoreHow to overcome death and gain life
The family of Harry Bliss surely had no clue that their mourning would inaugurate a tide of death rarely seen before in human history.
Read MoreHow to live free from guilt and shame
The scene was the San Diego Superior Court. Two men were on trial for armed robbery, and the final witness had been brought up to testify against them.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to be free in Christ?
A little boy had fallen ill and stayed home from school one afternoon. His mother was concerned he’d get behind, so she taught him the lesson for the day at home.
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