Don’t Ask Me

John was 13 years old and regularly met with a group of friends after school. They did all the usual things that boys do, tearing round on their bikes, throwing stones in the local river, climbing things …

Amazing Grace                                                                                                   “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” Ephesians 1:7

It’s hard to shake off a mother’s influence. John Newton’s earliest memories were of his godly mother …

Praise: Adoration from the Heart

Praising God is not something that comes naturally to anyone. Praise runs an aggravating interference pattern against your nature. Occasionally, praise feels more like a duty, an obligatory lip service performed at the opening of …

“Out of Sight, Out of Mind” By Bob Noebel, CBN.com

We are very busy people. Whether at work or at play, our minds are moving even faster than our bodies. Most of us like to stay busy, but there is …

Not Presents,But His Presence Greg Laurie, Daily Devotions

And so the Lord says, “These people say they are mine. They honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” – (Isaiah 29:13)

I heard the story of …

Why a Manger?

A few years ago my Mum gave me the Nativity scene that was in our house when I was a kid. It evoked wonder in my early years, and it’s still wonderful, but there’s something not quite …

Ever Forgot Your Pants?

Colossians 3:12-14

Did you ever dream that dream where you’re standing in front of your class at school, maybe presenting a book report or something, and everybody starts to snicker and laugh? And you can’t figure …

Building Your Child’s Faith

“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6 (NIV 1984)

As we stood in the parking lot outside my daughter’s dorm, waves …

Avoiding a Spiritual Stumble

“‘Yes, come,’ Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to …

My Goals and Priorities

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct^[a] your paths.  Proverbs 3:5, 6

Many people have …