The love of Our Father
I was a very insecure child. Once when my family was on vacation, I decided to hide in some bushes by the lake to see if anyone would miss me. Would they care enough abou... »
Articles
Trusting in God’s Care
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught His followers foundational principles for trusting in God’s care when He said: “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about you... »
Twin sisters
When our faith is strong, we can have peace even in the midst of a storm, like Jesus, who slept in the stern of the boat while His disciples were panicking because they w... »
The power of believing prayer
Although Jesus didn’t promise to keep us from all trouble and tribulation, He did say He would be the final victor. (See John 16:33.) I believe that during especially try... »
Instruments of God’s Love
When we put our faith into practice, we move from being nominal believers to being instruments of God’s love. A pharmacist friend of mine named Jamal told me about one of... »
Finding peace instead of fear
I was trapped in an elevator! I had entered the elevator and was headed up when it stopped between the second and third floors. When I saw what had happened, I said a pra... »
But if not
There were once three men who were officials in the court of a very powerful king. These men were well respected and considered to be wise among their peers. One day, the... »
I can do all things through Christ
“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and... »
Using God’s Word to combat worry
Every time I read the news these days it seems like I find a new reason to worry. Wars, crime, air pollution, diseases, chemicals in the water and food, and the list goes... »
God’s presence in every season
Whenever you face times of instability, financial challenges, or troubles in your own life or in the world around you, remember that I am always with you (Matthew 28:20).... »
A change of plans
We were on our way to visit a dear friend in the hospital. It was going to be a long ride by bus and subway, and we wanted to get there before the end of visiting hours.... »
Trees in the desert
Coming from the lush tropical greenery of the rain forest where I once lived in Uganda, Africa, I was overwhelmed by the contrast of the rocky terrain of the Middle East.... »