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Why do Christians see and evaluate needs differently?
We See Needs Differently an illustration of spiritual gifts at work A Christian’s motivational spiritual gift shapes his perspective on life. Depending on the gifting of an individual (prophecy, serving, teaching, exhorting, giving, organizing, or mercy), his view of a situation will vary. None ...What are the common characteristics of servers?
The Common Traits of Servers learn about the characteristics of those with the spiritual gift of serving Following are some traits commonly observed in those who have the motivational spiritual gift of serving. These traits can be used to benefit others, or they can be misused and thereby cause ...What is the spiritual gift of serving?
Serving: A Spiritual Gift the characteristics of a motivational gift A Christian’s motivational spiritual gift represents what God does in him to shape his perspective on life and motivate his words and actions. Romans 12:3–8 describes “basic motivations,” which are characterized by inherent qu ...How can I get in the habit of leading my family in devotions?
Making Family Devotions a Reality a father takes the responsibility to lead For years I wanted to consistently lead my family in times in God’s Word, teaching my children Biblical truths and instilling in them a love for my heavenly Father. I wanted to confidently fulfill my responsibilities an ...Why does God let bad things happen?
Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? how to avoid the trap of bitterness Have you ever wondered, Why did God let me suffer that injury? lose my job? have a car accident? forget that appointment? have a fight with my spouse? let my parents get divorced? let me be born with a defect? How can a God ...How should I share spoken blessings with children?
Share Spoken Blessings With Children how to intercede for children with words of blessing All of us have opportunities to bless children. If you are a parent, God has given you the responsibility to teach your children the ways of God. (See Deuteronomy 6:6–7.) Giving a spoken blessing can be a ...What are my teenager's basic needs?
Basic Needs of Today’s Youth equipping parents to love their teenagers Many parents and their children, especially their teenagers, are angry, frustrated, confused, and hopeless. Youth often ask, “Why don’t you trust me?” Actually, the issue is not so much a lack of trust, but rather a lack of ...How can I meet my husband's basic needs?
Meeting Your Husband’s Seven Basic Needs how to be a Godly wife As a wife, you are uniquely qualified to fully meet your husband’s needs and cause him to “rejoice in the wife of his youth” (Proverbs 5:18). In His Word, God clearly establishes the responsibilities of a husband and a wife. (See G ...What are my spouse's basic needs?
Basic Needs of a Husband and Wife understanding and meeting the needs of your spouse God’s Word declares that “a man [shall] leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh” (Genesis 2:24). This is a great mystery. One might assume that a man and wom ...What is the most critical step of meditation on Scripture?
Apply God’s Word to Your Life the most challenging and critical step of meditation As you meditate on a passage of Scripture, ideas about how you can apply its truth will come to your mind. Write them down! Writing out your ideas forces your mind to define them more clearly and provides you wit ...What is a courageous conversation?
Courageous Conversations resolve conflicts through clear communication Husbands, wives, parents, children, friends, neighbors, employers—relationships fill our lives. They require the investments of time and care, especially when conflicts arise. A courageous conversation is an effective tool t ...What brings success to a ministry for un-churched youth?
Living Demonstrations of God’s Love learning to minister through God’s strength Do you ever look back over the years and find yourself marveling at something amazing that God has done? If so, you’ll understand where our family now stands as we look back and see a special work God has done, and ...How can I help others discover the benefits of suffering?
Help Others Discover the Benefits of Suffering viewing hurts from a Biblical perspective When expectations are unmet or a tragedy occurs, most of us react with frustration and anger. We want to blame someone or something for causing our pain. When we don’t understand why bad things happen, we e ...What is the most important key in strengthening family relationships?
Strengthening Family Relationships discover the keys of prayer and love All too often, God’s people lose generation after generation to the distractions and cares of this life, bringing up children who leave faith behind as they reach adulthood. We want our children to continue on in the faith. ...What can I do if my child struggles with a birth defect?
Discerning God’s Purpose in Birth Defects facing the refining fire of unexpected trials Kay and I met as young people, and after two years of dating, we married. We both wanted to follow the Lord and longed for a closer walk with Him. We tried to make Christ the center of our home. Within the f ...How should I work through coming clean with my wife?
Take Responsibility for Moral Failure rebuilding a marriage damaged by hidden moral failure When you come clean with your wife by confessing moral failures, you will have a feeling of euphoria. It will seem as though hundreds of bricks have been taken off of your shoulders. You will even feel f ...How do you respond when a child faces prolonged physical challenges?
Encountering the Unexpected: Physical Challenges facing ongoing medical needs and finding God in the midst of pain My wife and I began our marriage with excitement, looking forward to serving together through an evangelistic ministry in prisons. All options seemed wide open, and with the birth ...How can we as a family establish a ministry mind-set?
Establish a Ministry Mind-Set developing a joyful place of ministry for family and others Reaching out to others and seeking to help those in need are important aspects of a Christian’s life and character. From Scripture, it is clear that there are areas in which God wants us to be involved in ...How can I maintain an orderly home?
In the Muddle of a Mess keys for organizing the home The house was a mess. The kids had made toy creations with the babysitter the night before, and now they were strung from one end of the house to the other, awaiting my admiration. The girls’ new Christmas dolls had joined us for school and w ...How can I maintain a balanced, proper focus on my family?
Maintain a Family Focus investing time and love in your family Having a family focus begins with a decision to meet the needs within the family and to build healthy relationships between the family members. It may take time and effort to work through these issues, but giving the family this pri ...