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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?
Choices, Choices and, Yes, More Choices!
By Sean Tong, UK Pizza or chips? Neighbors or Home and Away? The Beatles or The Rolling Stones? We live in an ever-growing world of choices. We can take eons of time scrolling through our iPods to decide which song to play, flick through endless satellite TV channels, and can choose from a vast array [...]
When Troubles Surround Us
By Dr.U.Jasmine Packia Priya, India We read of the story of Hagar and her child in Genesis 21: 15–19. Hagar, with Abraham’s child, was sent away and left to wander in the desert, helpless and overwhelmed with grief. She had used up all the water she had for herself and her child. And now, her [...]
Time For A Change
Many believers long to spend daily time with God, praying and reading His Word. Ironically, they are often distracted by a busy schedule. Frustrations mount as busyness seems to crowd out an opening in their schedule.
Instead of Me
By Samjhana Ranabhat, 25, Nepal It was the month of April. My sister had made urgent plans to return home from college because of a sudden illness. I had asked her to take a couple of days off classes and just stay home to rest but she did not get better; in fact her pain [...]
Learn how to respond in faith in times of adversity
Whether it’s the loss of a job or a crushing diagnosis, bad news comes to both Christians and non-Christians alike. Yet, followers of Christ are called to respond to difficulties, well, differently.
I Was Once Like the Wind
By Michelle Amsterdam, Guyana The wind blows to and fro I was once like the wind Drifting wild and aimlessly Searching for the pieces of me I was lost in emptiness Buried in hopelessness A captive of my unyielding heart Embracing what kept me in the dark Love and I were apart But Truth pursued [...]
A Life That Shined
According to the International Basketball Federation, basketball is the world’s second-most popular sport, with an estimated 450 million followers in countries around the globe. In the US, the annual NCAA tournament in March often brings mention of legendary coach John Wooden. During his 27 years at UCLA, Wooden’s teams won an unprecedented 10 National Championship titles. Yet, today, John Wooden, who died in 2010, is remembered not just for what he accomplished but for the person he was.
Discover the importance of setting our sights on God’s kingdom
When we’re driving on the highway, we need to keep our eyes on the road ahead. So, as we journey through life, and steer around worries and anxieties, where should our focus be?
First Take—Bangkok!
By Eugene Seah, Singapore On my first trip to the Land of a Thousand Smiles, I must say that it left me dumbfounded. Grand skyscrapers are juxtaposed against rudimentary, yet charming, markets. Modern and traditional aspects of life in Bangkok appear side by side in the many advertisements for luxury condominiums, simple housing, and buildings. [...]
Discover Jesus’ teaching on worry, and how it relates to our day-to-day living
Can worrying make you taller? How about add another year to your life? Sounds pretty silly, right? Let's study Matthew chapter 6, verse 27, to understand Jesus’ teaching on worry, and how it relates to our height, our lifespan, and our day-to-day living.
Does God Hold Me Responsible For What I Do In My Dreams?
It’s unlikely God holds us much more accountable for the fantasies that appear in our dreams than He does for the predispositions to sin that we all share, including temptations or evil thoughts that drift into our minds. In fact, some of the things that happen in the theater of our dreams may help us […]
My Story: I Was Born Into A Non-Christian Family
By Mayz Jazurat, Thailand I was born into a Buddhist family, but my parents decided to send me to a Christian school. They did so because it was the best school in Chiang Mai and they wanted me to have a good education. While in school, I attended mandatory church services. I always enjoyed the [...]
Let’s look at Paul’s life for encouragement on finding peace in the midst of suffering
Just because we follow Christ doesn’t mean we’re exempt from pain, grief, or hardships. For proof, just ask the apostle Paul!
All Through This Hour
The majestic chime of London’s Great Clock of Westminster, commonly known as Big Ben, is familiar to many. In fact, some of us may have clocks in our homes that sound the same hourly chime.
