Why are we here? Why are we alive? We all want to feel like our lives have meaning. We want a purpose. As a Christian, I know what my purpose is. “Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.” - Ecclesiastes 12:13 “So, whether you eat or drink, or… Continue reading One Word 365 (2022)
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One Word 365 (2017)
The purpose of One Word 365 is to put aside the usual New Year’s resolutions that we never seem to keep. Instead, you pick one word. Just one word that you want to spend the year focusing on and living out… whatever that may mean for you, personally. I'm a little late, but my… Continue reading One Word 365 (2017)
Parables by John MacArthur
Would it shock you to learn that Jesus used parables to hide the truths he spoke from those who were willfully unbelieving? In Parables, John MacArthur explains why this is one of the major reasons Jesus used this form of teaching in public, and later explained the meaning to those who sought the truth. I can't… Continue reading Parables by John MacArthur
One Word 365 (2016)
The purpose of One Word 365 is to put aside the usual New Year’s resolutions that we never seem to keep. Instead, you pick one word. Just one word that you want to spend the year focusing on and living out… whatever that may mean for you, personally. For 2016 my word is JOY. Not… Continue reading One Word 365 (2016)
Praying the Bible by Donald S. Whitney
Do you have trouble praying? Does your mind wander? Do you say the same prayers in the same way over and over to the point where you have become bored with prayer? Do you think this means something is wrong with you or that you must not be a good-enough Christian? You are not… Continue reading Praying the Bible by Donald S. Whitney
One Word 365 (2015)
The purpose of One Word 365 is to put aside the usual New Year's resolutions that we never seem to keep. Instead, you pick one word. Just one word that you want to spend the year focusing on and living out... whatever that may mean for you, personally. My word this year is LOVE.… Continue reading One Word 365 (2015)
The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther by Steven J. Lawson
One of several books in Reformation Trust's "Long Line of Godly Men" series, The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther details what made Luther such a powerful preacher. Most people are familiar with Luther's Ninety-five Theses, nailed to the door of Castle Church, against the practice of the selling of indulgences by the church. Many will… Continue reading The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther by Steven J. Lawson
Live Second by Doug Bender
"Live Second" is a devotional-style book to accompany the popular "I Am Second" movement. The idea is to have the reader reflect on what the Bible has to say about us and our relationship with God. Are we putting Him first? How can we practice putting God first? The book consists of 365 short… Continue reading Live Second by Doug Bender
Mornings With Jesus 2012: A Devotional
Mornings With Jesus 2012 is a collection of writings from seven women sharing their thoughts on Jesus, the example He set, and the instructions He gave us. This devotional challenges you to set aside a few minutes each morning to spend with Jesus. Each day's reading is no more than one page long. You… Continue reading Mornings With Jesus 2012: A Devotional
The Essential Bible Companion to the Psalms by Brian L. Webster and David R. Beach
"What you need to know, when you need to know it." This Bible companion text is an excellent tool for referencing and applying the Psalms to our lives today. The first section works as an introduction to the Psalms in general. We see the different ways the Psalms can be used (songs, ceremony, prayer,… Continue reading The Essential Bible Companion to the Psalms by Brian L. Webster and David R. Beach