If men were offered the opportunity to go on a rugged adventure, many of us would quickly answer, “Sign me up!” But what would your response be if you learned that the “rugged adventure” began with putting on a blindfold and following the directions of a trusted guide?! That’s a game-changer. If it were me, my first question would be, …
Undesired Sifting!
Many of us, at one time or another, have strayed from our faith, slipped up, or even walked away—some even denying that Jesus exists. We must understand that many great men of God have, for a season, walked away but ultimately returned. Their journey back to a loving God magnifies the greater glory of what He has done for us …
Entrust to Faithful Men
I have no time. That was my excuse for not spending more time pursuing the things God values. My priorities included building a company, investing in my marriage, and keeping my head above the water with all life’s responsibilities. The thought of taking time to read and study the Bible would never have landed in my daily planner. The idea …
No Trophies, Only Crowns!
What if there were no trophies, medals, or rings for athletic accomplishment, no prize for finishing first? Imagine winning the Super Bowl without celebrating or acknowledging the hard-fought victory. Now picture finishing first place in the Olympics with no medal ceremony. Suppose, after months and years of rigorous training and sacrifice, victories were greeted with silence and indifference. Without celebrations …
Works or Faith?
All men desire to do well, and most of us want to please God! But where is the boundary between faith and works? As we consider God’s promise to Abraham, we find that it was through Abraham’s faith in God that he was called a friend of God. Abraham trusted God’s words, and because of his faith in God’s plan …
Entering His Rest
Have you ever seen someone who just can’t seem to find rest? They always appear worried or spent. They seek rest and peace, yet it never seems to happen. Oddly enough, God’s Word has much to say about entering His rest. This rest is not just taking a nap or lying in a hammock; it comes from only one source. …
The Outcome of an Unsure Identity
As children of the Most High, we must understand that forces around us want to rob the children of God of their heavenly destination and the life of fellowship with our Father while on Earth. As a man of God, He does not leave us without insight into the spiritual forces that want to rob us and our children of …
Failed Thanks
When I fail to give thanks, it often means I am looking at the things of this world and what is going wrong around me rather than what the Lord has done for me. God’s Word is clear that the Lord came not only to save His children from their sin but also to do much more. Not only do …
Overflowed Barns
Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it. Malachi 3:10 He said to test Him, and I did! One of the hardest ways …
Treasures of Wisdom & Knowledge
If you’ve ever experienced a business or relationship failure, whether you’re aware of it or not, it’s often because we didn’t heed God’s direction. When I was young, I didn’t believe God’s Word was important. In fact, if anyone had asked, I would have said it was foolish to think God wanted to bless me if I simply let Him …
