Is There Proof of the Power of Prayer?
When Elijah prayed on Mount Carmel, his connection with God was impactful. The power of prayer made the difference between drought and rain.
When Circumstances are Overwhelming, Remember This
There you have me—head spinning, overwhelmed by my circumstances. I share this because we all need the reminder; there is a better way to live.
The Amazing Collection: Isaiah
During this week’s “Amazing Collection” Bible study, Pat Barnes teaches from the book of Isaiah.
8 Ways to Gauge Your Humility Level
It’s easy to get caught up in the flow of life without considering: “am I being humble?” So, I want to offer eight simple ways to gauge your humility level.
3 Ways to Maximize Your Commute Time This Week
I have three children. So, when I get in the car to drive to work, there’s a rare silence. Now, that commute time provides valuable time with Jesus.
How Praying With Others Can Bring Restoration
“How can I pray for you?” These six words, and the act of praying with others, have helped transform relationships in my life.
How to Endure Hard Trials
When the period of waiting on God is prolonged, endurance becomes essential. How do we endure? It starts with realizing how God is working amid trial.
The Amazing Collection: Part 3 Introduction to the Prophets
In this introduction to part 3 of the study, we share an overview and begin discussing the prophets in the Old Testament that we will study together.
3 Truths About Anxiety
When I can’t sleep or feel overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, I turn to Philippians 4:6-7 to remember these three truths about anxiety.
Book Brief: “A Praying Life”
As a pastor with many years of learning, there’s one book on prayer I recommend above all others. My number one recommendation for you is “A Praying Life.”
How to Pray About Your Finances
Wondering how to pray about your finances for the first time? The Lord’s Prayer is a beautiful model from Jesus is a beautiful model to help you start.
Why Do We Pray?
In desperate times, we cry out to God for help. When we have financial difficulties or family struggles, we pray. But why? Why do we pray?
8 Songs to Help You in Prayer
One benefit of serving in worship arts ministry is learning to use worship music to help me stay focused in prayer. These are 8 songs to help you do that.
What is the Trinitarian Model for Prayer?
If out of sync with the established rhythm of trinitarian prayer, our prayer simply feels raw or against the grain. Have you ever felt that? I have.
More Trouble May Come, But Take Heart
As many churches approach a new season of children’s ministry, the reality is that more trouble may come. But I want to give a reason to take heart.
How to Deal With Uncertainty
Crisis causes change. And change leaves us figuring out how to respond. If uncertainty is our constant companion, what do we do about that?
