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How to Have Faith in the Storms of Life
God Wants Us to Draw Closer to Him in Trying Times
Troy Calvert
May 17, 2012
We often associate storms with sin, or disobedience. We think, “What did I do to bring this trial upon myself?” The truth is, there are times that God allows storms in our lives because we disciples need to learn something. Sometimes when we experience a sudden squall, we almost want to question if God really knew that this was going to happen—to me! The answer is always “yes.” The proper question to ask is, “God, what lesson do you have for me right now?”
Christian Living, Spiritual Growth, Trials

Do Others See Christ in You?
The Christian’s Life Should Magnify Christ
Dr. Kevin Folger
May 16, 2012
In Philippians 1:20, Paul shared that his desire was to magnify Christ in his body whether by life or death. He wanted to live as Christ desired him to live, and if he had to die for Christ, then so be it. Either way, Paul wanted to live so people could see Christ in his life.
Christian Living, Spiritual Growth

Changed Into His Image
4 Steps of Sanctification
Rob Badger
May 02, 2012
Many passages of Scripture (Jeremiah 18, Isaiah 45:9, Romans 9:21) liken God’s working in our lives to a potter working with clay. Ever since the day that you were saved, God’s Holy Spirit has been working to form you into something that you are not and cannot become on your own. This is biblically referred to as sanctification.
Christian Living, Sanctification, Spiritual Growth

The Story of Pastor Bill Zaydan
How God Used a War to Save a Young Man, Plant a Church, and Reunite a Family
Ministry127
April 24, 2012
In 1959, God moved a young man and his family from Oklahoma to the Muslim-dominated city of Tripoli, Lebanon, to establish a Gospel-preaching church. Richard Hester wasn’t the first American missionary to go to Lebanon, but he was one of the few who would go to the Muslim area of North Lebanon.
Biography, Christian Living, Missions, Spiritual Growth, Trials

Living Counter Culturally
Living a Distinctly Christian Life
Dr. Bud Calvert
April 16, 2012
The songwriter had it right when he wrote, “This world is not my home!” I am sure every blood-bought Christian agrees that this world leaves a lot to be desired. God has designed for the believer to go against the grain, or to live “counter culturally” to this world.
Christian Living, Holiness, Sanctification, Spiritual Growth

The Bible Cycle
4 Steps from Psalm 119
Stephen Benefield
April 12, 2012
If you were to ask the average Christian which book means the most to him out of every book he has ever read or owned, I believe most would say the Bible. But I wonder how many Christians are actually benefiting from it in a real and practical way on a regular basis. We don’t get the benefits of God’s Word by setting a Bible on the coffee table or carrying a Bible to church.
Bible, Christian Living, Spiritual Growth

Pure Religion in Missions
When We Love God, He Gives Us Love for Others
Dr. Don Sisk
April 02, 2012
In writing to one of his converts, Gaius, John commended him for many things. First, John was pleased that Gaius knew the truth. If we are to be true to God, we must know the truth. In our day with so many tools available to us, there is no reason for any Christian in America to be ignorant of the Word of God. It is vital for our spiritual growth that we read, study, memorize, and meditate on the Bible.
Love, Missions, Outreach, Soulwinning, Spiritual Growth

3 Actions God Is Waiting for You to Take
The Christian’s “To Do” List
Dr. Tim Cruse
March 23, 2012
We often speak of waiting on God to do certain things in our lives. Yet, there are times when God is waiting on us to do certain things. He wants us to:
Christian Living, Devotions, Spiritual Growth

Marks of Spiritual Maturity
How to Tell if Your Converts are Growing
Stephen Benefield
March 14, 2012
I have been encouraged recently by some signs of spiritual maturity in a few of our church members. I have seen people who a few years ago were like fragile, young plants needing lots of spiritual attention and investment, now exhibiting the strength and stability of a mighty tree.
Christian Living, Mentoring, Spiritual Growth, Trials

Abounding More and More
Being Faithful to the Lord
Troy Calvert
February 28, 2012
When you think of abounding in the work of the Lord, does the task seem daunting? Sometimes it does to me. I’m supposed to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord every day of the week—when I’m at home, when I’m at the office, when I’m preaching a message, when I’m out in the community, when I’m around my brothers and sisters in Christ.
Christian Living, Faithfulness, Spiritual Growth
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