Turning Trials Into Triumphs (James 1:2–3)

Perhaps you have seen the bumper sticker that reads: “When life hands you a lemon, make lemonade!” It is easier … More

Learning How to Count (Philippians 3:1-11)

Circumstances and people can rob us of joy, but so can things; and it is this “thief” that Paul deals … More

“Few things are harder to put up with,” wrote Mark Twain, “than the annoyance of a good example.” Perhaps the … More

Jesus illustrates the four characteristics of the person with the submissive mind. In Part 1, we saw the first two … More

People can rob us of our joy. Paul was facing his problems with people at Rome (Phil. 1:15–18) as well … More

God sometimes uses strange tools to help us pioneer the Gospel. In Paul’s case, there were three tools that helped … More

Paul wanted to go to Rome as a preacher, but instead he went as a prisoner! He could have written … More

“How about coming over to the house for some fellowship?” “What a golf game! Man, did we have great fellowship!” … More

The prospective bridegroom was extremely nervous as he and his fiancée were discussing their wedding plans with their pastor. “I’d … More

Once we have experienced the exciting life in Christ that is real, we will want to share it with other … More

I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I … More