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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.
One Man’s Quest to Bring Hope
Written By Edna Ho, Malaysia Browse through the newspapers in Malaysia, you’re likely to read news about Kelvin Wan and his team distributing food, medicine and other forms of aid to poor villagers or victims of a flood or fire. The founder of Hope Place, a welfare group in Kuching, is well known in this […]
Calming The Storm
While Hurricane Katrina headed toward the coast of Mississippi, a retired pastor and his wife left their home and went to a shelter. Their daughter pleaded with them to go to Atlanta where she could take care of them, but the couple couldn’t get any money to make the trip because the banks were closed. After the storm had passed, they returned to their home to get a few belongings, and were able to salvage only a few family photos floating in the water. Then, when the man was taking his father’s photo out of its frame so it could…
Why Heroes Don’t Necessarily Do the Exciting Stuff
My husband is a computer whiz. Naturally, family and friends consult him about their computer problems. One day, he was helping a friend (whom we’ll call Jake for now) with some computer issues when he noticed a few things that caused him to suspect Jake might be struggling with some internet-related temptations. My husband told […]
Our Strength And Song
Often called “The March King,” composer and band director John Philip Sousa created music that has been played by bands around the world for more than a hundred years. As Loras John Schissel, music historian and conductor of the Virginia Grand Military Band, said, “Sousa is to marches what Beethoven is to symphonies.” Sousa understood the power of music to motivate, encourage, and inspire people.
Chipmunk Chatter
Ihad laid out some landscape netting in my yard, upon which I was going to spread decorative stones. As I was preparing to finish the job, I noticed a chipmunk tangled up in the netting.
When I Remember Peter
Written By Chia Poh Fang, Singapore “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” —Matthew 16:18 God took a risk with me When He called me to serve Him Wholeheartedly, faithfully He knows me perfectly He knew […]
Discover how real religion can help us survive tough times
In the book of James, we find a radical definition of religion. True religion is not simply knowing about God, but rather, trusting in God. Join us today on “Discover the Word” as we conclude our series on “Pure Religion.”
Wisdom Seekers
Every spring colleges and universities hold commencement ceremonies to celebrate the success of students who have completed their studies and earned their degrees. After the students cross the stage, these graduates will enter a world that will challenge them. Just having academic knowledge won’t be good enough. The key to success in life will be in wisely applying everything they have learned.
Poem: A Lesson on Love from Mary of Bethany
Written By Raiza Javier, Philippines I know exactly what Love looks like. I knew it the moment He stole my heart. Love was when He came to our home. My sister, Martha, and I were there and we welcomed Him. He spoke to me as I sat and listened by His feet. Love was when […]
Hope
Discover how you can strengthen your faith and trust in God, even in the midst of challenging times.
Discover what greater purpose our trials serve!
Life is full of trials. Some are small frustrations and others are painful roadblocks. On our program today, our special guest Mark Young explains how our trials help us see God better. Join us today and learn how to look past the pain!
Orphan to Queen: What I’ve Learned from Esther
“You can’t do this. You are not prepared for this kind of work.” “You don’t have what it takes to fulfill this role, so don’t accept it.” “There are others who can do the job better; let them do it.” I have a confession to make: I hide behind the veil of my flaws to […]
What is “pure religion”?
Sometimes religion can go bad. It can look good on the outside, but inside it’s rotten! Through the conversation today, we can discover that “pure religion” is when your life matches your beliefs. Listen in to learn more!
What does it mean to be “religious”?
Religion has gotten a bad rap. The word invokes pictures of stale institutions rather than dynamic relationships, but today, our special guest Mark Young leads us in a discussion that redefines the word “religion.”
