“Faith, if it has no works, is dead, being by itself.” (James 2:17) Faith and Works by Larry Burkett I heard a Christian teacher one time say that he wished the book of James had never been written. He felt the book emphasized works and not faith. I don’t agree with his conclusion at all. […]
“Faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) Know God’s Word by Larry Burkett How can you claim God’s promises? You must know what God’s Word says and believe it. If you don’t know what God’s Word promises, you can’t claim His best for you. You can’t claim what you […]
“Let your light shine for all the nations to see! For the glory of the Lord is streaming from you.” (Isaiah 60:1 TLB) Citizenship and Christianity by Larry Burkett Have you ever considered the relationship between citizenship and Christianity? Which takes priority? As Americans, we have all the rights and privileges granted to us by […]
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (Ephesians 6:12 NIV) Fighting Spiritual Warfare by Chuck Bentley If you’re walking with Christ and seeking to live by His financial […]
“It is not an enemy who reproaches me, then I could bear it. . . but it is you, a man my equal.” (Psalm 55:12-13) Transcending Lines by Larry Burkett Regardless of what we might say, we seldom treat all people equally. In fact, it may not even be possible, since we all have preconditioned […]
“The man who lays up treasure for himself. . .is not rich toward God”.” (Luke 12:21). A Reasonable Living Standard by Larry Burkett Although many Scriptures teach about the dangers of material riches, God’s Word does not teach that poverty is the alternative. God wants us to understand that money is a tool to use […]
“Who is the man that has built a new house and has not dedicated it? Let him depart and return to his house, lest he die in the battle and another man dedicate it.” (Deuteronomy 20:5) Dedicate Your Home by Larry Burkett Many years ago, we arrived home to find that one of the apartments […]
“Even Simon himself believed; and after being baptized, he continued on with Philip; and as he observed signs and great miracles taking place, he was constantly amazed.” (Acts 8:13) Not for Sale by Larry Burkett Simon, a magician during the time of the apostle Peter, believed on the Lord Jesus and, after being baptized, went […]
“The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.” (Ecclesiastes 7:8 NIV) Quick Fixes by Chuck Bentley Often, people in financial trouble want a quick solution to a deep problem. If God doesn’t miraculously rescue them, they become impatient and make more foolish decisions. They’ll pay lip service […]
“For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world.” (1 John 2:16) Duped by Advertising by Larry Burkett When we get caught up in the desire to satisfy our senses, […]
