Tag Archives: growth
IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 28
Transformed by the Word Galatians 1:11-17 After Paul’s conversion, he disappeared for three years, during which the Holy Spirit instructed him in the ways of God. This was a critical time for his growth as a believer. The Lord speaks … Continue reading
IN TOUCH DAILY: AUGUST 9
Sunday Reflection: The Difficulty of Peacemaking Moments after teaching the Beatitudes in His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explained how His followers were to begin the work of making peace: Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you, … Continue reading
IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 9
Does Prayer Influence God? James 5:13-18 Our heavenly Father chooses to involve the prayers of His children in the outworking of His plan (2 Kings 20:1-6). But what about a circumstance like a friend’s serious illness? Perhaps you wonder, Why … Continue reading
IN TOUCH DAILY: FEBRUARY 10
Fully Submitted Philippians 2:1-11 The Bible tells us that though Jesus was “in very nature God” (Phil. 2:6 NIV), He left heaven to come to earth, where He lived in submission to His Father’s plans. Giving the Father complete control … Continue reading
DAILY HOPE: DECEMBER 15
Set These Four Goals to Grow More Like Jesus “Walk carefully, not as the unwise, but as wise, making the very most of your time . . . Do not be foolish and thoughtless, but understand and firmly grasp what … Continue reading
DAILY HOPE: AUGUST 31
God Grows Us One Step at a Time “So get rid of your old self, which made you live as you used to — the old self that was being destroyed by its deceitful desires. Your hearts and minds must … Continue reading
DAILY HOPE: APRIL 23
Change Requires Making Choices “Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let … Continue reading