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How does God want me to respond to suffering?
How to Respond to Suffering learning to obey four “impossible” commands When we face disappointment and pain, how can we continue to trust God, give Him thanks, and choose to rejoice always? Sometimes it seems impossible to obey the commands God gives us in His Word. However, as God enables you ...What are God’s purposes for allowing adversity in my life?
Understanding Adversity recognize and appreciate God’s purposes for difficulties James the Apostle recommended a surprising response to troubles: “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience h ...How can a wife help preserve her marriage?
How a Wife’s Attitudes Can Preserve Her Marriage seven key areas of respect and submission Many couples can trace the conflicts in their marriage to negative attitudes that slowly decayed their relationship. One woman described her experience in this way: When I was first married, I felt that ...How can I help my husband take on spiritual leadership?
Help Your Husband Be a Spiritual Leader following, respecting, and encouraging your husband’s leadership In Scripture we find a model for the complementary roles of a husband and wife. The man provides servant leadership and the woman responds with reverent submission and assistance: Wives, su ...What is the fear of the Lord?
The Fear of the Lord awareness of God’s presence and coming judgment If we knew that all of our secret thoughts, words, and actions would be displayed publicly so that everyone could watch them and evaluate them, it would make a profound difference in the way we live! We have an instinctive con ...How important is the fear of the Lord?
The Rewards of Fearing the Lord a requirement for riches, honor, and life The rewards of developing the fear of the Lord are emphasized throughout Scripture. In fact, all the things a person would hope to find in the proverbial pot of gold come with humility and the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 2 ...How can I learn to fear the Lord?
Learning to Fear the Lord deepen your awareness of God’s presence The fear of the Lord is an awareness that you are in the presence of a holy, just, and almighty God and that He will hold you accountable for your motives, thoughts, words, and actions. To fear God is to desire to live in harmony ...What are the manifestation spiritual gifts?
The Manifestation Gifts demonstrations of God’s supernatural power The gifts of the Holy Spirit equip the Church to express the fullness of God’s love to the world. Manifestation gifts are one “category” of spiritual gifts that are given to the Church to benefit both believers and unbelievers. ...What can I learn from the spiritual gifts of others?
Learn to Appreciate Other Spiritual Gifts many members, many needs, many gifts The Christians around you have spiritual gifts that can complement your gifts in the home, church, workplace, and community. The God-given abilities and insights that accompany each gift will enrich your lives and he ...What are the common characteristics of organizers?
The Common Traits of Organizers learn about the characteristics of those with the spiritual gift of organizing Following are some traits commonly observed in those who have the motivational spiritual gift of organizing. These traits can be used to benefit others, or they can be misused and caus ...What is the spiritual gift of organizing?
Organizing: 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 ...Does my attitude toward myself affect my becoming a Christian?
How Self-Acceptance Relates to Salvation discovering the truth about God and our need for Him Without accepting yourself within the scope of God’s design, you will not see the need for God’s gift of salvation. Recognize Your Need for God God created man in His own image, and originally God and ...What does it mean to cry out to God?
The Power of Crying Out relying on God in desperate times Throughout history, believers have cried out to God in times of distress. Sometimes after years of praying, a single cry brings direction or deliverance instantly. Many have wondered why there are such powerful results from simply crying ...If I'm focused on my husband's perceived failures, how can I walk in obedience to God?
Lists, Lessons, and Lasting Love a wife shares her journey of rebuilding a marriage Do you have a list? Not one of those “honey-do” lists of what we would like to have done around the house, like fixing the dripping faucet or cleaning the garage. I’m talking about a list of your husband’s failu ...How can I overcome barriers between myself and my child?
Overcoming Barriers Between You and Your Children nurturing healthy relationships Good family relationships are a rare treasure. It takes time and effort, love and forgiveness, and wisdom and patience to build healthy bonds with your children. Often difficulties, hurts, or disappointments can w ...How do hurts hinder communication with my spouse?
Hindrances to Communication in Marriage hurts that tempt your spouse to stop offering you counsel When the trust in a marriage relationship is damaged by unresolved conflicts, the couple usually becomes unwilling to share openly with each other. The husband or the wife, or both of them, may rea ...When bad things happen, can God use them to accomplish good?
God’s Sovereignty Over Evil Actions scriptural examples of finding God at work amid suffering A key to forgiving your offender is realizing that God can work through your suffering to accomplish His purposes in your life. Ultimately, God is in control. He allows the good and bad things in life, ...Have spoken blessings changed lives?
Spoken Blessings Change Lives how children and adults have benefited from spoken blessings As mothers, fathers, and children have learned to bless one another in the Lord’s name, the power of spoken blessings has become evident in their families. Below are several testimonies from family member ...How should I deal with irritations?
Responding to Irritations take a seat in the classroom of life Irritations spring from many sources: the people around you, the environment you live in, and the details of your personal life. The things that aggravate you usually influence your attitudes and actions. If you respond to irritatio ...How do irritations help fulfill God’s purposes for my life?
Trading Irritations for Maturity embracing God’s transforming work in your life Irritations often expose areas in which you need to mature. God wants every Christian to reflect the integrity of His Son Jesus Christ, and God can work through the people and circumstances of your life to press you ...