Prayers come in many forms, and so do God’s answers. David won an impossible-looking victory over Goliath, but do we recognize and applaud the young shepherd’s faith when we read how jealous King Saul chased him into the wilderness? David had to rely on God when he hid in caves just as much as when […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. Name a person or situation that you would describe as “intimidating.” What characteristics can make something or someone intimidating? 2. Recall a time when feeling intimidated kept you from doing something you thought was right. Recall a time when feeling intimidated led you […]
Just before I traveled to Poland last September, I came across a timely quote by Lee Roberson: “Faith in God has not saved people from hardships and trials, but it has enabled them to bear tribulations courageously and to emerge victoriously.” As I deplaned in Warsaw, I thought once again of the courage and triumph […]
Have you ever suffered for your faith? More to the point, are you prepared to suffer for your faith? The idea may seem preposterous, especially here in the United States. Such talk is often dismissed as hysteria, attributed to fake news and conspiracy theory paranoia. I am not an alarmist, nor am I a doomsayer […]
The Christian leaders I admire most are those who serve for decades without much encouragement. High profile leaders are often reinforced by admirers and supporters. But those that elicit my deepest respect are people who serve faithfully in ministries that mostly go unnoticed by the Christian community. These humble servants dig in daily and persevere […]
