Crossway, the publisher of the ESV Bible, has produced this video interview of Joni Eareckson Tada, a woman who has lived most of her life as a quadriplegic. It is 13 minutes, but it is worth your time. https://vimeo.com/735497503
Category: Christian Living
Biblical Prayers for Those With Health Issues
In my sermon this past Sunday, I mentioned that our real battles as Christians aren’t physical, but spiritual. Ephesians 6:12 says: “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” … Continue reading Biblical Prayers for Those With Health Issues
One Thought and Ways to Pray RE: Ukraine
Today as the number of refugees from the Ukraine grows past 2,000,000, I wanted to share with you one thought about God and a few specific ways to pray for what’s going in Ukraine. One Thought First, remember that God is in control of this and He will use this to accomplish His plan, in … Continue reading One Thought and Ways to Pray RE: Ukraine
Do We Know What Love Is?
It’s Valentine’s Day, and therefore an opportune moment to think about love. Here is one definition that some of you might remember: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5-8_1uCzR8 That was a few scenes from the 1970’s movie “Love Story” starring Ryan O’Neal. Coincidentally, O’Neal also played in one of my favorite movies, “What’s Up Doc?” (Side note, at the end … Continue reading Do We Know What Love Is?
New Prayer Initiative: One Prayer
As I’ve stated several times, God wants us to focus on Jesus this year. As a part of that, I’m starting a prayer routine I want to invite you to join me on. I’m calling it “One Prayer.” “One Prayer” is a 1-minute prayer at 1PM EST for one thing—that God would grow our love … Continue reading New Prayer Initiative: One Prayer
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