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 …

Loving The Truth In An Age Of Lies

by Dane Massey     (Dane Massey is the former Pastor of Mulvane Christian Church. He is now in ministry in Houston, Texas.)      I’ve spent my week thinking on the love of the truth, as reflected in II Thessalonians 2:9-12.     “Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and …

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 …

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 …

Missing My Mom And Defining “Carry On”

by Kevin Burton “And when one of us is gone, and one of us is left to carry on, then remembering will have to do..” “You and Me Against The World” Helen Reddy    The first song I played after learning of my mother’s death on May 4, was “First Morning In Heaven,” by The …

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 …

Seven Reasons To Start Your Day With God

by Pamela Palmer    Most of us get out of bed each morning and jump right into the daily routine and responsibilities ahead. Sometimes, we may give little thought to how we should start our day.    But as Christians, it can be life-changing to create the habit of starting your day with God. We actually find …

Live The Example Christ Set For Husbands

by Kevin Burton     Husbands, take note. Here’s a lesson in love from the book of Ephesians.    Whether your wedding anniversary is coming up, as mine is, or not, the Apostle Paul’s admonition should be on your mind at all times and close to your heart.     May your wife warm herself in the …

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 …