Some people believe that when they accept Christ, they will receive a Get Out of Stress Free card and live a life of uninterrupted bliss. To be honest, when I became a believer, I picked up a few new problems I hadn’t had before. Jesus never offered a false promise. At every point, He…
The Power of Listening
Our union with Jesus and His love transcends words. Our words are insufficient. Jesus used words and action in everyday life, of course, but in times of prayer He withdrew into solitude. Jesus is the Word. God doesn’t disapprove of our busy and active lives. He never says in Scripture to stop what we’re…
The Miracle of Christmas
God Sent His Son In Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily. — Colossians 2:9 On that first Christmas night in Bethlehem, God was manifested in the flesh. — 1 Timothy 3:16 This manifestation was in the person of Jesus Christ. What an incredible truth! Think of it: the God of the universe…
Eternity: Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in Me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? – John 14:1-2 In light of Christ’s forgiveness of us and His provision…
Handling Our Worries and Tensions as We Face the New Year
Editors Note: This is an excerpt from The Zondervan 2015 Pastor’s Annual, an annual bestselling resource for preachers by T. T. Crabtree. The Annual provides a planned preaching program for an entire year, including Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and midweek sermons, as well as helps for special occasions such as weddings, funerals, and youth meetings. Therefore…