God has made it clear not only that He wants us to pray, but also to trust that our prayers can have great impact. To this end, the apostle Paul admonished Christians to “pray without ceasing” (I Thessalonians 5:17) and the writer James stated, “The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working” (5:16b ESV). A life devoted to prayer with a faith that trusts these prayers are heard by the Lord should build confidence in His children!

As the apostle Peter was about to undergo a time of testing, the Lord Jesus made a powerful statement…

    Do you recall the last time you made a long road trip to a place you have never been?  Or, maybe, navigated the stores at the newest shopping center?  Or, perhaps, the convoluted paths at an amusement park?  How did you make the trip?  What did you need to know?  What tools did you consult?

    Whether you are making a road trip, shopping the newest mall, or navigating the paths at Disney World, there are three basic things you must know to successfully make the trip.  First, you must know your planned destination.  Second, you must know your starting…

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Very early in my life I inherited a nice house. I have always felt very fortunate and sometimes guilty with my good fortune. It has served me well through the years, and I have enjoyed the many advantages and…