“They cried out to the Lord in their trouble; He saved them out of their distresses.” (Psalm 107:19) Lessons Learned by Larry Burkett We can learn from all the experiences we have in life, especially the difficult times. When I reflect on the years since I was diagnosed with cancer and underwent two major surgeries, I […]
“Who are you, O man, who answers back to God? The thing molded will not say to the molder, ‘Why did you make me like this,’ will it?” (Romans 9:20) The Riches Syndrome by Larry Burkett Many Christians have concluded that since poverty isn’t normal, riches must be. Therefore, they have assumed that God must make […]
“A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” (Proverbs 11:25) Different Gifts by Chuck Bentley Have you finished your Christmas shopping? If not, you may be dreading the crowds and the pressure of buying more than you can afford. As you plan your gift giving for this Christmas, I would […]
“…We establish the Law.” (Romans 3:31) “The Establishment” by Larry Burkett The apostle Paul gave a dissertation to some Jewish converts, telling them that the Law, established in the Old Testament, was not abolished as a result of salvation. One common idea of that generation was that once someone was saved that person was no […]
“Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy.” (1 Timothy 6:17) Christmas Gift Giving by Larry Burkett We have become terribly imbalanced. We may give a surplus of […]
“The wife of a man from the company of the prophets cried out to Elisha, ‘Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that he revered the LORD. But now his creditor is coming to take my two boys as his slaves.’ ” 2 Kings 4:1 (NIV) Lessons From the Widow by Chuck Bentley […]
“I was a father to the needy, and I investigated the case which I did not know.” Job 29:16 Whom To Help? by Larry Burkett When you have a surplus, how do you decide whom to help? Judy and I have faced that question, and we have a kind of pecking order that we go […]
“Anger is cruel and fury overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy?” Proverbs 27:4 (NIV) Jealousy by Chuck Bentley If Saul, Israel’s first king, had allowed David to serve under him, he would have had a faithful and daring warrior at his command. According to 1 Samuel 18 (NIV), “Whatever Saul sent him to do, David did […]
“Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.” James 1:17 Giving Thanks by Larry Burkett What are you most thankful for? A visit from a loved one? Turkey and pumpkin pie? The sound of children laughing? […]
“If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, natural, demonic.” James 3:14-15 A Thankful Attitude by Larry Burkett It is remarkable that in America we could ever think […]
