Telling the Truth

Thanksgiving is a characteristic of the Christian lifestyle, and lack of thanksgiving is condemned by God. The English word thanksgiving in the New Testament is a translation of the Greek word eucharistia, which at its core is charis or grace. An understanding of grace is absolutely necessary for an appropriate response of thanksgiving. Grace and thanksgiving are inextricably bound up in each othe...

Sometimes we think that if we could only get what we want, we would finally be happy. Solomon thought that, too. He had a getting obsession, never denying himself anything he wanted, and he became greater by far than anyone in Jerusalem before [him]. But all these things didn’t bring Solomon the happiness he was looking for. Solomon and you and I are all trying to soothe a heart ache that can’t be...

Sometimes we think that if we could only get what we want, we would finally be happy. Solomon thought that, too. He had a getting obsession, never denying himself anything he wanted, and he became greater by far than anyone in Jerusalem before [him]. But all these things didn’t bring Solomon the happiness he was looking for. Solomon and you and I are all trying to soothe a heart ache that can’t be...

Ever feel like something is missing, like you just don’t belong? You probably feel that way because it is true! God created us for Himself and put eternity in our heartswe were not made for here. So how do we make the most of this life where everything is meaningless, a chasing after the wind (as Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes) in a world which is not our home? To support this ministry financially,...

Ever feel like something is missing, like you just don’t belong? You probably feel that way because it is true! God created us for Himself and put eternity in our heartswe were not made for here. So how do we make the most of this life where everything is meaningless, a chasing after the wind (as Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes) in a world which is not our home? To support this ministry financially,...

Years ago, Mortimer Adler wrote a book titled How to Read a Book. It sounded elementary, but it proved to be absolutely necessary. It’s highly likely that knowing how to listen to a sermon may be equally elementary and necessary in understanding and applying what is taught to everyday life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

Worship is a response to God’s self-revelation. Prayer, which is either a spoken or unuttered response to Him, is therefore a premier aspect of worship. Whether in the congregation or alone, Jesus taught us we should pray and pray continually. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

Don’t put your head on the pillow at night if you hadn’t had your nose in the Book during the day. Stuart Briscoe In addition to recognizing the significance of congregational worship, it’s important for believers to develop the practice of personal daily devotions. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

Don’t put your head on the pillow at night if you hadn’t had your nose in the Book during the day. Stuart Briscoe In addition to recognizing the significance of congregational worship, it’s important for believers to develop the practice of personal daily devotions. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

When you come to familiar Scriptures, do you tend to pass them by? Most of us have heard Psalm 23, describing the Shepherd’s relationship with His sheep. Take time and allow the Lord to give you a fresh revelation on these verses as Jill Briscoe shares her heart and perspective on one of her favorite passages in Scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donat...

When you come to familiar Scriptures, do you tend to pass them by? Most of us have heard Psalm 23, describing the Shepherd’s relationship with His sheep. Take time and allow the Lord to give you a fresh revelation on these verses as Jill Briscoe shares her heart and perspective on one of her favorite passages in Scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donat...

Romans 8:28 tells us that God works all things for the good to those who love Him. But this promise is hard to believe when we suffer through difficult circumstances. And if we’re honest, it seems like there’s no way God is working in all things, because much of what happens to us is totally contrary to all that God is and all that God stands for. So where does this leave us? In this message, Stua...

Romans 8:28 tells us that God works all things for the good to those who love Him. But this promise is hard to believe when we suffer through difficult circumstances. And if we’re honest, it seems like there’s no way God is working in all things, because much of what happens to us is totally contrary to all that God is and all that God stands for. So where does this leave us? In this message, Stua...

We have an insatiable desire to control and manipulate what happens around usall in pursuit of achieving happiness. But the truth is we have very little control of what’s happening around us and hence little chance of finding the happiness that eludes us. As believers in Jesus, should the pursuit of happiness really be our end goal? Do we need God to fix our happenings, or do we need God to fix ou...

We have an insatiable desire to control and manipulate what happens around usall in pursuit of achieving happiness. But the truth is we have very little control of what’s happening around us and hence little chance of finding the happiness that eludes us. As believers in Jesus, should the pursuit of happiness really be our end goal? Do we need God to fix our happenings, or do we need God to fix ou...

Have you tried to carry all of your groceries into the house in one trip so you didn't have to go back out to the car? Your arms are aching, the bags are pinching your fingers, and the food is beginning to slide out. But you keep moving, hoping to get everything into the kitchen before the bags break! Now imagine that someone in your family came out as you were unloading your bags and offered to c...

Have you tried to carry all of your groceries into the house in one trip so you didn't have to go back out to the car? Your arms are aching, the bags are pinching your fingers, and the food is beginning to slide out. But you keep moving, hoping to get everything into the kitchen before the bags break! Now imagine that someone in your family came out as you were unloading your bags and offered to c...

One of the best known passages in the Bible is Psalm 23. It describes the relationship between a shepherd and His flock, in which He guides them through pastures, hills and dark valleys. In every case, the sheep are content because the shepherd is there, offering protection and comfort. We are the sheep in this story! Jill teaches that no matter what is happening in our lives, good or bad, the onl...

One of the best known passages in the Bible is Psalm 23. It describes the relationship between a shepherd and His flock, in which He guides them through pastures, hills and dark valleys. In every case, the sheep are content because the shepherd is there, offering protection and comfort. We are the sheep in this story! Jill teaches that no matter what is happening in our lives, good or bad, the onl...

The Constitution of the U.S.A. was ordained, among other things to, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty . Clearly security was a major concern, but insecurity reigns. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

Temptation itself is neutral: to be tempted indicates neither virtue nor sinfulness, for the proper connotation of temptation is testing, or proving, and virtue is in the resistance and overcoming of temptation, whereas sin is in yielding and capitulation. (Philip E. Hughes) To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

"A frustration is an obstacle (an event, person or physical barrier) that hinders our progress toward a goal" (Gary Collins). The children of Israel were definitely frustrated in the wilderness and the Hebrews were reminded to learn from their experience. So are we. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

The ancient Greeks believed in a god called "Phobos," meaning (panic) "so strong and dauntless (as) to strike terror even into the heart of a hero." Phobias, or fears, still dominate people's livesespecially "thanatophobia." To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

The Hebrews, to whom this letter was written, were in danger of abandoning the faith, because they had not grasped the uniqueness of Christ and His offer of grace to help in time of need. They needed "purification for sins." He provided it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29

In the Scriptures, oil is used as a symbol of joy and gladness. And we as Christians have a little pot of oil in us that will never run dry. The Holy Spirit is the oil in our lamps that keeps us burning, allowing us to be a light in this dark world. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29