"Why me, Lord?" Why do some Christians fight harder battles than the world's people when God is supposed to be on our side? Well, God IS on our side, but when we don't know Jesus as our Lord who cares for us, we allow doubt to set in and defeat us. In John 16:33, Jesus … Continue reading Why Me, Lord?
1 Peter 3:12
Prayer is a Privilege!
Many attempt to pray as a last resort when they're desperate. Most won't get their prayers answered and are convinced that God either doesn't exist or doesn't care. But prayer is not for unbelievers; it's a privilege given to us when we accept Jesus as our Savior. God speaks to us through His Word, and … Continue reading Prayer is a Privilege!
Talk to God in Prayer!
When we accept Jesus as our Savior, we're filled with love, hope, and life! But we must read the Bible daily to know Him because this is how God speaks to us. We are His children; when we realize He's our Father, we can talk to Him in prayer about anything, and He listens because … Continue reading Talk to God in Prayer!
It’s Personal!
Prayer is a personal conversation between us and God. When we turn from the world and accept Jesus as our Savior, He adopts us as His children, fills us with His Spirit, and NEVER leaves us. He hears and answers OUR prayers, but not those of the world's people, because they still belong to this world. Prayer … Continue reading It’s Personal!
Perfect Answers
As parents, we may love many people, but there's a special bonding between us and our own children. Likewise, God loves every person He created, but there's a special bonding between Him and those who turn from the world and accept Jesus as their Savior. God is our Heavenly Father, and His love for us … Continue reading Perfect Answers
We’re NOT Alone
Sometimes we feel alone in this busy world. As Christians, our values are different from the world's, so it's hard to blend in, and taking a stand for what's right according to God's laws can isolate us even more. But we are NOT alone! Jesus promised He'd never leave us, and our Father will always … Continue reading We’re NOT Alone
Don’t Be Discouraged
Many Christians are discouraged because their prayers aren't answered. But God assures us in 1 Peter 3:12 that He DOES hear and answer the prayers of the righteous, those who know Jesus. His word is true and has never failed, and if God said He'll do something, He WILL do it. We are His children … Continue reading Don’t Be Discouraged
He Delights in Our Prayers
Many people only pray when they want or need something from God. They don't know Jesus but feel that if God is who He says He is, He'll hear their prayers and give them what they ask for. God does hear everyone's prayers, but He only answers the prayers of the righteous. This is because … Continue reading He Delights in Our Prayers