Jesus did not come to teach 20 Hot Tips on Boosting Self-Confidence! He did not offer a psychological breakdown to inform His listeners’ minds so they would become smart about personal confidence. No, His confidence originated from beyond the time/space dimension. He had the confidence of His Father. We can too!
Read MoreEspecially among recovering people there is a hesitancy to succeed. Some expect to always be needy. We are often more comfortable with failure. It has been our lifestyle for so long. Also, if we have relapsed during seasons of success, it leaves an indelible mark. We associate success with relapse, therefore, avoid success and we avoid relapse.
Read MoreGod’s children had cried and groaned while in Egypt and God supernaturally delivered them through Moses’ leadership. Now, on their journey to their destiny, the Promised Land, they continued to whine and murmur in the wilderness when faced with trials. Their stubborn willfulness came under the discipline of the Lord. After all He was transforming them from a mob into a nation. Providing deliverance is one thing. It can happen instantaneously! Changing character is a far more formidable challenge. It takes process.
Read MoreThe crying and groaning of God’s children in Egypt came up to Him and He visited Moses with His burden to set the captive free. This was no vague humanitarian concern about suffering people everywhere. It was task and population specific!
Read MoreThe other night I heard Max Lucado refer to a comment Jesus made to Peter and the other disciples in Matthew 26:32. Essentially that verse says, “See you later in Galilee.”
Read MoreAs this year comes to a close, Linda and I reflect with deep gratitude upon each of you who have encouraged us with your words and financial support. We are moved by your expressions of love and confidence in what God continues to do through Discovery Family Ministries in reaching so many lives with the transforming power of God’s grace. His grace gives hope.
Read MoreI use to think only weirdos, geeks and cultural misfits took up practices like meditation. It was foreign to me! I wanted to be among people who were part of the big scene. My friends were popular (even if I wasn’t). Who needed to waste time meditating? I wanted to be with people who were on the fast track to success, the shakers and movers! I was too busy making my mark on life, “living the dream,” grabbing all the gusto I could get!
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