by Kevin Burton Fellow Christians, you’ve heard some stupid things no doubt, as you have tried to witness to unbelievers. Try this one on for size. Once while I was working as an English teacher in Mexico, I tried to witness to a supervisor. We were off the job, a few of us …
Category Archives: Holy Spirit
How To Love Others As Christ Loves Us
by Dr. Charles Stanley To love as Christ loves us is a worthy desire. And it sounds simple enough—until you’re faced with someone who’s hurt you, exhausted you, or simply rubbed you the wrong way. In those moments, selfless love can feel impossible. The Lord is very concerned about how believers live …
How To Tell Conviction From Condemnation
by Dane Massey (Dane Massey is the former Pastor of Mulvane Christian Church. He is now in ministry in Houston, Texas.) How do we tell the difference between the condemnation of the enemy and the conviction of the Holy Spirit, when it comes to sin in our lives? In the Bible …
Yes, God Can Use You, Listen For His Call
by Kevin Burton Peek into the book of Acts today Christian friend, and catch a glimpse of Lydia. And after doing so, be encouraged. With no special credentials, no special ability, except avail-ability, Lydia stepped up to support the work of the Lord. This was in Philippi, at the time, the most …
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Don’t Leave Buried, Treasures From The Bible
by Kevin Burton If you knew there was gold buried in your back yard, how long would it take you to start digging? Perhaps you would wait half a day, for the cover of darkness, so as not to alert your neighbors. But you’d be on the job and make it a …
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Listen To God Carefully, Trust Him Completely
by In Touch Ministries Have you ever wished you could hear God more clearly? Maybe you’ve prayed for guidance about a decision, a relationship, or your next steps—and then wondered whether you were hearing your own thoughts or His “still, small voice.” Recognizing God’s voice is one of the most important parts …
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The Road, The Race And The Finish Line
by Kevin Burton Most of the words I share today come from Truth For Life, the Cleveland ministry founded by Alistair Begg. But I also imagine them coming also from my late mother. They are words she might well have spoken in her final days. Mom died May 4. She had close …
How To Start A Habit Of Mornings With God
by Pamela Palmer Yesterday I presented seven reasons why you should spend early-morning time with God. Today, eight tips for how to get started: 1. Pray about It Any new practice takes time and is more likely to take root in your life if you don’t overwhelm yourself. So pray about it and …
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Lord, Keep Me Back From Presumptuous Sins
by Kevin Burtoon Believer, take note of a humble prayer this morning and take note of who prayed it.: “Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression” (Psalm 19:13 KJV). “Such …
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Listen, And God Will Reveal His Presence
by Kevin Burton Wouldn’t you love to get an e-mail from God with a PowerPoint presentation attached? “Here’s my step-by-step plan for your life.” And while I’m dreaming, let’s throw in a timeline. And contact info for those who will help, and an avoid list for people places and things to stay away …
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