Drink Lots Of Water
Visitors to Colorado often become dehydrated without realizing it. The dry climate and intense sun, especially in the mountains, can rapidly deplete the body’s fluids. That’s why many tourist maps and signs urge people to drink plenty of water.
Piano
By Priscila Stevanni, Indonesia When I was younger, my piano teacher used to say, “No matter how little time you have, say hello to your piano everyday.” Of course, I hardly paid attention to her advice and was often lazy to do it. Now, I know better. During the times that I actually practiced, I [...]
The process and product of the providence of God
When an overwhelming need is met, or a major obstacle is overcome, it’s evident that God is at work. But can we see His provision in the ordinary events of our everyday lives?
Color Courage
A radio ad for watches suggests that listeners buy a watch with a bright color band and then wear it with clothes of other colors. When people notice your watch because of its contrasting color, the ad says, “They’ll see that you have ‘color courage.’ And they’ll want to be like you.” Something in us enjoys having others follow our example.
Who Am I?
Years ago, world-famous evangelist Billy Graham was scheduled to speak at Cambridge University in England, but he did not feel qualified to address the sophisticated thinkers. He had no advanced degrees and he had never attended seminary. Billy confided in a close friend: “I do not know that I have ever felt more inadequate and totally unprepared for a mission.”
Burn After Reading
By Tracy Phua, 23, Singapore “Continue reading if you’ve told Mrs Lee that I cheated in the Math test . . .” I stared at this opening sentence in a hand-written letter from a classmate in great bewilderment. What on earth have I done? At that time, I was a 13-year-old who had just enrolled [...]
Find freedom in Jesus’ teaching on not being anxious about the future
With the help of calendars, we map out our schedule for the days and weeks to come. So how can we plan ahead without bringing additional worry and anxiety to today? Insight from Matthew, chapter 6.
The Path Of Wisdom
Albert Einstein was heard to say, “Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I’m not sure about the former.”
Let’s look at seven reasons in Scripture for why we should not be anxious about our future
When we agonize over a situation—whether it’s financial, relational, or medical—we usually have a good reason to worry! Don’t miss the real-life application from Matthew 6.
Insignificant
“Movers and shakers” are people climbing the ladder of influence and success. Luke 3 mentions seven prominent leaders who exercised control in the society of their time.
Discover what spiritual sickness is and how it is affecting Americans
Illnesses like influenza, smallpox, and bubonic plague have all been national epidemics at some time in history. Be here for the diagnosis of the spiritual sickness that is affecting Americans on a much larger scale.
What Does The Lord Require Of You?
By Alan Humphrey, UK My name is Alan, but you may call me Marshmallow. At least, that’s what my dance partner used to call me—thankfully not because she wanted to skewer me with a sharp stick and toast me over a camp-fire (my dancing wasn’t quite that bad), but rather because she felt that I [...]
A Friend In Need
Not long ago my wife, Janet, and I bought a quantity of beef from a friend who raised cattle on a small farm. It was less expensive than meat from a grocery store, and we put it in the freezer to use throughout the coming months.
Find the true meaning behind Jesus’ promise of provision in Matthew 6
There may be some people who argue that God always wants us to be healthy and wealthy, but is that what the Bible teaches?
Confidence In Troubled Times
Some kids love to brag about their dads. If you eavesdrop on neighborhood conversations, you’ll hear children saying, “My dad is bigger than your dad!” or “My dad is smarter than your dad!” But the best brag of all is, “My dad is stronger than your dad!” This boast is usually in the context of a warning that if kids are threatening you, they’d better beware, because your dad can come and take them all down, including their dads!
