On Easter Sunday, I thought it would be appropriate to post chapter 13 of 1 Corinthians in its entirety. This chapter is often referred to as the “love chapter” and is easily recognized as perhaps the most popular biblical passage to be recited at weddings.
Read MoreA topic that divides many Christians today is the spiritual gift of speaking in tongues. We can gain clarity on this matter by reading Paul’s views with an understanding of the context of the worshipping practices at the time in Corinth.
Read MoreThis passage of Scripture is filled with hope about the glorious new life and spiritual bodies God will give us in the afterlife.
Read MoreToday’s devotional is the last one to focus on First Corinthians. Paul ends this letter with a lovely and hopeful declaration that we will ultimately be raised imperishable and that death will be swallowed up in our victory.
Read MoreToday’s devotional is on 2 Corinthians Chapter 1 and looks at the comfort God can provide to those who suffer.
Read MoreThis passage of Scripture demonstrates the powerful strategy Paul used to motivate the Corinthian church —by expressing love and confidence rather than criticizing.
Read MoreOne of the most moving experiences of my life came during a professional insurance industry meeting. The experience not only reinforced my faith but also the profound value of my profession and the efforts of insurance industry sales representatives and employees.
Read MoreMany times during my life, my faith has been reinforced and God’s existence has been very real to me. The experience that set the tone for the rest of my life occurred during my adolescence and was my first real encounter with the living God. Read my story to learn more.
Read MoreOur life’s journey is sharply defined by the collection of people we encounter—especially those we ultimately consider close friends, who reflect God’s love through their loyal, supportive, and enduring friendship. Unfortunately, in today’s fast-paced mobile society we often change jobs, relocate, and lose touch with those dearest to us. After more than twenty-five years of separation from my friend Warren, God brought us back together in a way that positively impacted both of our lives.
Read MoreRead this story which helped heal my grief over a friend I thought had been lost in vain and also renewed my faith in a living God who performs miracles around the globe for all people.
Read MoreI firmly believe that each of us brings with us into this life skills and talents that combine to create personal greatness. Parents and teachers are uniquely positioned to encourage and nurture young people in discovering their greatness, something of which I was powerfully reminded as I was trying to decide what passions to pursue in my retirement years. It was another example of God preparing me for the impact I would have in the years ahead.
Read MoreRead this 3-part story of God’s intervention in one of the worst decisions and biggest mistakes I made during my early career as a mathematics teacher.
Read MoreWhen I was a young teenager, my father and I took a routine trip to the store that could have resulted in a tragic loss that would have negatively impacted the rest of my life. How grateful I am that in this case God intervened.
Read MoreLearn how God influenced my career through a colleague’s words and the impact they would have on me, both then and throughout my career.
Read MoreIt’s very easy to be critical of the behavior of others, particularly those in high-ranking government positions. In a White House meeting with then-President Bill Clinton, I learned several lessons in leadership and management—but more importantly, I learned additional lessons.
Read MoreIn this miracle season, here is a story about my beloved mother and the real power of prayer and the love of a living God.
Read MoreIn the spirit of the season, here is a story about the gratitude of strong parents. Though God doesn’t always intervene to prevent accidental deaths, even among faithful believers, click here to read an important lesson.
Read MoreMuch of my spiritual growth, and most of the important messages and revelations I’ve received from God have come through family experiences and interactions.
Read MoreWe often spend too much time trying to understand the apparent conflicts between science and religion and not enough time marveling at God’s creation. It wasn’t until I had experiences observing and trekking gorillas that I realized how God is consistently revealed through the miracle of creation.
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