In the Middle East, the relationship between the shepherd and the sheep is special. Sheep know their shepherd’s voice, and they follow him when… read more

There is a tree that grows in the tropics called the banyan tree. This particular tree’s height, spread, and trunk thickness make it a glorious… read more

Jesus offered all of us a sure way to experience peace, contentment, and complete satisfaction. In John, He tells us: “I am the bread of life.… read more

Some years ago, there were a number of scientific writings dealing with the nova experience (from the Latin word novus or “new”). The… read more

Just before Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He spoke these words to Martha: “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me… read more

We all understand the importance of water for survival. In fact, next to air, water is the most important substance for life. … read more

Many Americans will never forget the newscast from Washington, D.C., after an Air Florida plane crashed into the Potomac River in 1982. Millions… read more

At the turn of the twentieth century, Sir George Adam Smith, a prominent British visitor to the Syrian hills, watched with fascination one evening as… read more

Our world is filled with empty promises; anyone can claim anything. But only Jesus Christ is the divine Son of God. The disciples had left everything… read more

There are numerous books and seminars designed to teach us how to communicate better in the workplace and at home. But how is our communication with… read more

Jesus once told a parable about a widow who had been treated unjustly. Day after day, she pleaded with the local judge to rule in her favor and bring… read more

God wants a daily relationship with us. How it must grieve Him when we run to Him only in times of trouble and need! We beg and plead for God’s… read more

Yesterday we began looking at some of the things that can hinder our communication with God. Today we will look at three more pitfalls we must watch… read more

Do you feel like your prayers are powerless and that God is not listening? This is not the experience God intended for prayer. He wants us to find… read more

Do you sometimes struggle with the right words in prayer? Or do you wonder exactly what to pray for? You are not alone. But God will empower you for… read more

Perhaps there is no time when the enemy is more active in our lives than during our prayer time. The apostle Peter warned, “Your enemy the… read more

Too often today we hear of young men and women leaving the church during their college years or shortly thereafter. When asked why, they often say… read more

Until you develop a strong sense of conviction, you will not have the sure-footedness that is needed to be a follower of Christ. When faced with a… read more