Bible Passage: “Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path. Don’t get sidetracked; …
From Addiction to Freedom
Bible Passage: “A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.” (Proverbs 25:28) Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 6:9-12; Galatians 5:1-26 My first cell phone was a Motorola flip phone. …
From Division to Unity
Bible Passage: “Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A town or family splintered by feuding will fall apart. And if Satan is casting out Satan, he is divided …
From Isolation to Brotherhood
Bible Passage: “Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.” (Proverbs 18:1 ESV) Scripture Reading: Proverbs 27:17; Ecclesiastes 4:9-10; Hebrews 10:19-25 Life transitions can …
From Self-Centered to Selfless
Bible Passage: “Pride leads to disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” (Proverbs 11:2 NLT) Scripture Reading: Mark 8:34-37; Philippians 2:1-11 Our digital world has become a breeding ground for building personal …
From Influence to Transformation
Bible Passage: “Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.” (Proverbs 13:20 NLT) Scripture Reading: Romans 12:2; Ephesians 4:22-24; Colossians 3:1-10 Did you know Play-Doh …
Christ as Lord of Your Life
Bible Passage: “…you must worship Christ as Lord of your life.” (1 Peter 3:15 NLT) Scripture Reading: Proverbs 8:1-36; Luke 6:43-49 It doesn’t feel all that long ago that I …
Finding Healing After Church Hurt
Last year, after helping move heavy equipment at a ministry event, I injured my back, eventually needing medical help and medication. Thinking and acting like I was still 25, I …
Crucial Lessons from the Manliest Man
While attending a recent men’s event, an activity during a break drew an enormous crowd. As I got closer, I saw that the main attraction was an arm-wrestling competition. Just …
Are You Brave Enough to Ask for Help?
Maybe you’ve heard this one? “Why did it take 40 years for the Israelites to wander in the desert?” “Because Moses refused to stop and ask for directions!” From driving …