“Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” (Proverbs 16:18 NIV) Success and Pride by Chuck Bentley Beware of pride. I like to say that it is the easiest trait to spot in others but the most difficult to see in ourselves. The Lord described this paradox by saying, “First take the plank […]
“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” (Proverbs 14:34) National Morality by Larry Burkett The only way we, as God’s people, are ever going to restore morality to government is by demanding morality of our elected leaders. That means we have to promote people to office who have good moral […]
“In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has.” (Proverbs 21:20 NIV) Delayed Gratification by Chuck Bentley Being able to delay gratification is a sign of contentment. For example, if you have worn carpet but can wait to replace it until you’ve saved the […]
“I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” (Psalm 34:1) Praising God by Larry Burkett To me, praising God is an integral part of the Christian walk, because it is acknowledging God’s ownership over my life. I believe that one fundamental principle established all through God’s Word […]
“Charm is deceitful and beauty is vain, but [the one] who fears the Lord. . .shall be praised.” (Proverbs 31:30) Celebrities by Larry Burkett We have a tendency to make celebrities of people and treat them as if they were superior. I have a real problem with “celebrities.” Some people have even tried to […]
“Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders you have done. The things you planned for us no one can recount to you; were I to speak and tell of them, they would be too many to declare.” (Psalm 40:5 NIV) Pursuing God’s Purpose for Your Life by Chuck Bentley In Acts 13:36, Paul noted […]
“If you are only angry, even in your own home, you are in danger of judgment.” Matthew 5:22 What To Do With Anger by Larry Burkett There are different kinds of anger. The apostle Paul tells us that anger will bring the wrath of God and we should “put. . . aside: anger, wrath, malice, […]
“O Thou who dost hear prayer, to Thee all men come.” Psalm 65:2 Quiet Times by Larry Burkett Sometimes my life is so hectic that it is difficult for me to schedule quiet times, but I believe it is absolutely imperative for a continued spiritual walk with the Lord that we have these quiet times. […]
“The prayer of the upright is His delight.” (Proverbs 15:8) Powerful Prayer by Larry Burkett When Jesus’ disciples attempted to cast out a demon, they couldn’t. Then Jesus came along and cast it out, and the disciples asked, “Lord, why were we unable to do this?” Jesus replied, “Only by prayer and fasting can you […]
“Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.” (1 Corinthians 4:2 NKJV) Manage Well by Chuck Bentley With December just around the corner, there’s a resolution for the coming year that I hope you’ll consider. It’s summed up in two words: manage well. Here are some tips to help you be successful. […]
