Words of Life

The nation that should be the greatest force for missions has now become the field in greatest need of mission outreach. Pastors and churches have inspired positive outreach around the world; and their ability and willingness to continue doing so is being threatened by a culture that ignores truth and…

The idea of God's enclosing us in His hands can be taken two ways, depending on our spiritual posture. When we are in rebellion and running away from God, being hemmed in can feel restrictive. But when we are in communion with our Creator, His fencing promotes a feeling of…

In speaking of women as leaders, doesn't it make more sense to choose a woman from the Bible's impressive lineup of recognized female leaders – someone like Miriam, Deborah, Esther, Huldah, Mary, Priscilla, Phoebe, Junia (and that's just the short list)? Not necessarily. Having delved deeply into the lives of…

I think it is funny that in this season of life I am again doing wake-up duty, only this time much more is at stake. Sometimes it feels as though I am still wandering among bunks in darkened rooms where I gently shake, stubbornly stay, and at times – glorious…

Have you ever been reading the Scripture and discovered that a particular verse is illuminated like a soloist on a darkened theater stage? Maybe you stumble on a detail you hadn’t noticed before or see a story from a whole new perspective. Your understanding of God and the Scripture are…

As America celebrates her independence, we would be wise to acknowledge the heritage that brought our country such great freedom and blessing. Those principles are rooted in biblical truth and transcend every border, generation and ethnicity. Anyone who implements them will find the favor of the Lord. The Bible says,…

In the spiritual realm there are two kingdoms in conflict: the kingdoms of light and darkness, life and death, truth and deception. Those influences are calling out to you, not only for your attention, but your devotion. They seek to control every aspect of your life. Sadly, most people tune…

“God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is his megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” – C.S. Lewis I struggled to figure out what God was doing when I was diagnosed with cancer. It was like He was tapping me…

Gene and Carol Kent’s son, Jason, is serving a life sentence for murder. In her book, Between a Rock and a Grace Place, she tells of “divine surprises in the tight spots of life.” My heart skipped a beat when I noticed the bold letters beneath the official seal for…

“What’s wrong with nice Christian girls?” I asked Jennifer Degler, a clinical psychologist and author of the book No More Christian Nice Girl. She answered by describing many women I’ve known throughout my life. The wife of the youth pastor who left her after 15 years of marriage. The church…