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What do we miss by rushing through life?
A famous author once wrote, “It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters, in the end.” Join our study today as we look at sacred moments we might miss by rushing through life.
Can interruptions be sacred?
When you’re in a hurry to get to your destination, any interruption is unwelcome. But as we continue talking about “Life’s Shipwrecks,” we realize that when we choose to follow Jesus, there may be some sacred disruptions along the way!
How to weather the storms of today
When we’re in the thick of those disastrous storms of life, we may wonder, “Where’s God?” or “Will He rescue us in time?” Today we continue our series by looking at the book of Acts to discover how to weather the storms of today by remembering God’s provision of yesterday.
On a Hill Far Away
I often find myself thinking back to the years when my children were young. One particular fond memory is our morning wake-up routine. Every morning I’d go into their bedrooms, tenderly call them by name, and tell them that it was time to get up and get ready for the day.
When I read that Abraham got up early in the morning to obey God’s command, I think of those times when I woke up my children and wonder if part of Abraham’s daily routine was going to Isaac’s bed to waken him—and how different it would have been on that…
How do we get ready for spiritual catastrophes?
Whether it’s an earthquake, a tornado, or a hurricane, it’s a good idea to have a disaster plan in place. Today we continue our study in the book of Acts for tips on preparing for spiritual catastrophes.
Planning for the unexpected and still yielding to God
When our plans go off course, is it up to us to get back on track? Or should we step aside and let God take the wheel? Today we’ll talk about the balance between the two as we study a lesson from the life of Paul.
How God accomplishes His greater purpose
It’s discouraging when our best-laid plans fall apart. But could the frustrating interruptions in our lives have greater purpose? Join us today as we discover how an unexpected journey was part of God’s good plan for Paul!
What is our role in God’s story?
All of history is God’s story, and each of us has a role to play in that tale. Join us for an eye-opening conversation today as we explore a scene from the book of Acts and discover how each character had a part in God’s bigger plan.
A story of unexpected journeys!
Following Jesus means we can be confident we’ll arrive exactly where we need to be. But how will we get there? That might be a little unpredictable. Join us on “Discover the Word” as we start a brand-new series on “Life’s Shipwrecks.”
For Whom Do We Take a Stand?
Whenever we think about overcoming challenges, the story of David and Goliath comes to mind. It shows us that God is the one who empowers the weak, humbles the mighty, and gives us the victory. While we know the account of the duel between the teenaged David and Goliath well enough, perhaps we should also […]
Discover how anyone can be an encourager
This week on “Discover the Word,” we have looked at how the New Testament follower of Christ Barnabas embodied a spirit of encouragement. But does everyone have that type of personality or gifts? Don’t miss our final discussion in this study on Barnabas!
Discover how to respond when someone falls down
When we witness the failures of others, our typical response is to shake our head or wag our finger. But today on “Discover the Word,” we’ll take a look at the life of Barnabas and see how an encourager responds with a helping hand.
Another lesson from the life of Barnabas
When the disciples heard about a church in need of help, they didn’t send a teacher, a judge, or a bodyguard. They sent “The Encourager” instead! Take a look with us at the impact an encouraging person can make in the family of faith.
Discover the courage needed to be an encourager
Choosing to build people up requires an investment on our part, and like any investment, it’s not without risk! Join us today on “Discover the Word” as we continue our study on Barnabas the Encourager.
Discover a New Testament character’s perfect nickname
Do you have a nickname? Is that title a good description of who you really are? Join our hosts on “Discover the Word” for a look at someone who has a nickname so perfect that most of us have forgotten his real name!
