GIF The Test of Discipleship
“By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:35) The Test of Discipleship by Larry Burkett The message the Lord Jesus Christ gave His disciples just before going to be with the Father in Heaven is recorded in John 13 and 14. He announced […]
GIF Effectual Prayer
“The effectual prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” (James 5:16) Effectual Prayer by Larry Burkett All through the Bible we read about what was accomplished through prayer. When Elijah prayed, God sent fire from heaven. When Daniel prayed for his and his companions’ lives, the hungry lions were unable to hurt them. When […]
GIF Hope for the Future
“Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” (Romans 5:5) Hope for the Future by Larry Burkett As we read our daily newspapers and watch the local and national news on television, we are disturbed by the violence, bloodshed, […]
GIF Balancing Home and Work
“It is vain for you to rise up early, to retire late, to eat the bread of painful labors; for He gives to His beloved even in his sleep.” (Psalm 127:2) Balancing Home and Work by Chuck Bentley It’s difficult to maintain the correct balance between work, family, and other important things if you’re working […]
GIF Purposeful Obedience
“As obedient children, do not be conformed to the former lusts which were yours in your ignorance, but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior.” (1 Peter 1:14-15) Purposeful Obedience by Larry Burkett Sometimes it can be difficult to do the things we want to do. When […]
GIF Our Security
“It is the blessing of the Lord that makes rich, and He adds no sorrow to it.” (Proverbs 10:22) Our Security by Larry Burkett As we fight against the rampant materialism in our society, the serious danger our world is in becomes more obvious to me daily. The goal of our lives, according to society, is […]
GIF Church Assistance
“Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2) Church Assistance by Larry Burkett There will be times when Christians in need should approach their church families for financial assistance. That’s totally biblical, and the precedent is seen clearly in Scripture. Although most churches can help a family in need with […]
GIF Personalities in Marriage
“Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” (Ephesians 5:1-2 NIV) Personalities in Marriage by Chuck Bentley With rare exception, couples have different personalities, and as a result, they have […]
GIF Emotional Suffering
“The righteous cry and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:17-18) Emotional Suffering by Larry Burkett Mental suffering revolves around our attitudes and thought patterns; emotional suffering reflects the pain we experience in our feelings. […]
GIF It’s a Heart Thing
“For as he thinks within himself, so he is.” (Proverbs 23:7) It’s a Heart Thing by Larry Burkett The Bible makes it clear that the battle to live godly lives is won or lost first in our hearts – long before we actually make a decision or follow a certain course. In every area of […]
