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GIF How to Defeat Discouragement

“But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37) How to Defeat Discouragement by Larry Burkett There is a cliché that summarizes this subject: “Keep on keeping on.” You must decide what you believe and trust God, regardless of the outside circumstances. Also, your response to any situation should be […]

GIF The Purpose of Money

“ ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’ ” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV) The Purpose of Money by Chuck Bentley God gave you money in order to help you fulfill His purpose for your life. […]

GIF Expectations about Children

“Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a word spoken in right circumstances.” (Proverbs 25:11). Expectations about Children by Larry Burkett Even the most humble Christians are quick to brag about achievements by their children, particularly if it’s something in the Lord’s work. It’s as if we want to validate our commitments through our […]

GIF Unreasonable Expectations

“The overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered. . .not fond of sordid gain. . .hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, just, devout, self-controlled, holding fast the faithful word.” (Titus 1:7-9) Unreasonable Expectations by Larry Burkett Unreasonable expectations often create discouragement, particularly in the lives of our church leaders. The […]

GIF Expectations

“Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials.” (James 1:2) Expectations by Larry Burkett Most of us suffer from unrealistic expectations of what God promised. In Christians it is sometimes worse, because we fear that others will think of us as being less spiritual. We actually have come full circle from the […]

GIF Be an Overcomer

“Who is the one that overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?” (1 John 5:5) Be an Overcomer by Larry Burkett I have counseled many people who are discouraged about their problems—many to the point of suicide. Satan knows where we’re vulnerable, and in America it’s usually in our […]

GIF Christian Concern

“For the despairing man there should be kindness from his friend; lest he forsake the fear of the Almighty.” (Job 6:14) Christian Concern by Larry Burkett Perhaps the number one cause of discouragement for those with problems is the lack of support on the part of other Christians. Often children are cruel to those who are […]

GIF Helping the Least

“He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.” (Proverbs 19:17 NIV) Helping the Least by Chuck Bentley Many of God’s people are surrounded by so much wealth that they tend to compare themselves to the wealth they see, not the poverty they do […]

GIF Reflection

“The sorrow that is according to the will of God produces a repentance without regret.” (2 Corinthians 7:10) Reflection by Larry Burkett As I look back over the years, I have a few regrets; one, that I was not saved at an younger age so I would have had longer to serve the Lord. Also I […]

GIF God’s View of Success

“So then it does not depend on the man who wills or the man who runs, but on God who has mercy.” (Romans 9:16) God’s View of Success by Larry Burkett A look into God’s Word quickly reveals that material blessings were given because God loved His people, not because they deserved the blessings. They were […]

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