There are times when we pray in public, like during a prayer meeting where we corporately pray as a church for specific requests. When we pray to minister to a friend, family member, or even a stranger, it also means praying in public. The same goes for when we start and end our Bible study, …
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As believers, we are all called to be ministers. Ministering to others is not just for full-time church pastors! We all can and should minister to others. So, if we know a sick child, we don’t have to wait for a pastor to pray for him. We can pray for the child and minister to …
There are many different aspects of our lives in which we want to hear from God. In moments of distress, our hearts want to hear God’s soothing encouragement and comfort. As we make life decisions, we want to hear from God for guidance, clarity, and direction. When we make choices, we seek to know what …
Sometimes life feels like a long backcountry hike through rocky terrain—a challenge that seems to stretch beyond the limits of our strength and capacity. We search for pathways to success and happiness, often forgetting the divine compass we have at hand: prayer for favor. With years of pastoral guidance tucked under my belt, I’ve witnessed …
In the hustle and bustle of our daily grind, who doesn’t dream of a financial windfall to ease the burdens? For many believers, combining faith with finance isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s an act of divine petition. As someone who has delved deeply into the world of spiritual stewardship, I’ve seen firsthand how prayer can transform …
There are moments in life when we are tempted to become emotional, act out of our emotions, and, worse, act out of anger, frustration, disappointment, and hurt. However, in those moments, it is vital to exercise self-control regarding which part of the fruit the Holy Spirit produces in us, provided that we walk by the …