Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Then the Lord said to Moses, “Why are you crying out … More A STREET WITH A DEAD END!
The word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12) A Chinese Communist had a Christian wife. He was very much opposed to the Gospel. He had tried his best to … More THE WORD OF GOD IS ALIVE
And anyone who does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. (Matthew 10:38) The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. (Acts 5:41) “Take his cross” – it sounds ominous. This does not sound like something that goes with faith. Victory, blessing, … More TAKE UP THE CROSS
As you may have seen in the news headlines early last month, government forces and Syrian rebels have massacred and tortured an untold number of people in Aleppo after an extended siege and intense fighting. The result was a humanitarian disaster. But it’s opened doors to an incredible opportunity. Our partners on the ground immediately launched … More Syrian Muslims in crisis need Bibles!
…I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law, and one’s foes will be members of one’s own household.” Matthew 10:35-36 Family Persecution Anyone who has become a Christian in a family of unbelievers can testify to the hundreds of ways persecution … More Family Persecution
When a period of feasting had run its course, Job would send and have them purified. Early in the morning he would sacrifice a burnt offering for each of them, thinking, “Perhaps my children have sinned and cursed God in their hearts.” This was Job’s regular custom. – (Job 1:5) Job was not only an upright … More REMEMBER YOUR CHILDREN IN PRAYER
…God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear … he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it. (1 Corinthians 10:13) Remarkable Remarks God’s Provisions – Our Responsibilities Pastor Lamb – China: “Abraham sent Ishmael away with a water bottle, God provided a well.” … More Remarkable Remarks God’s Provisions – Our Responsibilities
Remember those in prison, as if you were their fellow-prisoners, and those who are ill-treated as if you yourselves were suffering. (Hebrews 13:3) So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. (Acts 12:5) Remarkable Remarks –Presence of God Nepalese Christian: “Not, ‘I was in prison and Jesus was … More REMEMBER THOSE IN PRISON
…do not exasperate your children; instead bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord. Ephesians 6:4 Training Children A Chinese Bible Woman shares the following situation that helped train her and her children in righteousness while her husband was in labor camp: One day I said to my children, “The Lord has told … More Training Children
All your sons will be taught by the Lord, and great will be your children’s peace. Isaiah 54:13 Living Christ In The Family A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year-old grandson. The old man’s hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together at the … More BE CHRIST-LIKE TO YOUR KIDS
