With anticipation the people wondered: when would the king be born? You can hear a mother telling her children, "Don't worry, my child. The king is coming." At Christmas we celebrate Jesus' birth. He was born to live the life we couldn't live, a life of perfection in every way. He died the death that … Continue reading Betrayed, Yet Victorious
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Five truths about the resurrection
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to Christianity. When a person places their faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior, they are trusting in the finished work of Christ on the cross to pay the penalty for their sin and the bodily resurrection of Jesus proving he was God in the flesh and is … Continue reading Five truths about the resurrection
A way to escape each temptation
Temptations are everywhere. We are tempted to do things that are immoral, impure, and selfish; things that hurt us and hurt others; things that bring dishonor to God. We are tempted to lie, cheat and steal. We are tempted to gossip, slander and boast. We are tempted to lust for sex, power and money. We … Continue reading A way to escape each temptation
Winning Battles God’s Way
On the road to victorious Christian living, there are battles along the way. You have to overcome your pride, selfish desires and fears. You have to deal with challenges big and small that stand between you and the abundant life God wants you to experience. You battle against the world, the flesh and the devil. … Continue reading Winning Battles God’s Way
Holding Onto God’s Promises
When you are standing at the edge of victorious Christian living, there are many enemies in your way, enemies that want to keep you from living the abundant Christian life that can have through your relationship with Jesus. Just like the nation of Israel who stood at the edge of the Jordan River about to … Continue reading Holding Onto God’s Promises
From Suffering to Victory
From the cross, as He was suffering with excruciating physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain, Jesus cried out to the Father: "My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?" I try to imagine myself at the foot of the cross, hearing Jesus cry out these words. Jesus' prayer was a quote from Psalm 22, verse … Continue reading From Suffering to Victory
3 Reasons to Rejoice in the Lord
Rejoicing in the Lord is bragging on the Lord; being grateful to the Lord; being happy in the Lord; giving the Lord the credit He deserves for the great things He has done. There are many ways to rejoice in the Lord: prayer, songs, spoken words, written words, grateful contemplation, and many more. Hear the words … Continue reading 3 Reasons to Rejoice in the Lord
Victory Parade
Cities love to host parades when their sports teams win championships. Military parades celebrate those who have served to defend the nation. On Thanksgiving Day, huge floats parade the streets of NYC. Every day of the year, Disney World hosts parades to help "all your dreams come true."Parades are important to cultures. They display our … Continue reading Victory Parade