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Is it important to surrender my use of time to God?
The Secret to Spending Time Wisely learning to value service to others God’s gift of time is a treasure! As I grew up, my parents taught our family to recognize the value of time. My own experience has shown me how fulfilling it is to live in the fear of God and learn to trade the time He gives ...Is memorizing God’s Word worth more than $100,000?
Learning to Value God’s Word Above Riches a testimony from the 2009 National Bible Bee champion $100,000! Really?! I could hardly believe my eyes when I read that this amount of money was the prize for the first-place winner of the 2009 National Bible Bee. What would you do with $100,000? That’ ...How can I motivate my children to learn?
Motivating Children to Learn life experience from a mother of eight In teaching our eight children, I struggle when it comes to “forcing” children to do what they do not want to do. However, I know there are certain things my children need to know, and I am adamant about teaching them those thi ...Is there enough time to do God’s will?
There Is Enough Time in a Day learning to rejoice in God’s sufficient provision of time After living in different cultural situations and working under a wide spectrum of authority structures, I have come to appreciate what God says in Scripture about time management. His approach to scheduling ...How can I motivate a teen to get to bed early?
Motivating a Teen to Get to Bed Early understand the value of rest and meditation on Scripture Many young people prefer to stay up late and to sleep in late, but these habits are not ones that will lead them to success! Helping teens learn the discipline of getting to bed early and rising early ...Why would God answer my prayer with a “no”?
Understand Why God May Say “No” trusting in God’s loving, omniscient response to prayer There are many reasons why God might not respond to prayer with an affirmative answer. He may know that it is not the right time for the fulfillment of your request. He may know that what you desire is not H ...Is the expression of wrath appropriate in the pulpit?
The Dangers of Wrath in the Pulpit learning to lead like a shepherd Followers of Christ, including pastors, are not to let anger ferment in their hearts so that they become wrathful and seek vengeance on others. According to Scripture, a man who is an elder or leader in the Church must not be a ...How can a father make Scripture a priority in his home?
Making Scripture a Priority tips for family wisdom searches A father who makes the Word of God a true priority in his life and his family establishes a foundation for success in his home. God instructed the Israelites’ leader Joshua, “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but ...How can I motivate a teen to choose wise friends?
Motivating a Teen to Choose Wise Friends demonstrate true friendship and offer counsel Friendships are some of the most powerful influences in life, because friends greatly impact a person’s development and decisions. Scripture instructs us with these words: “He that walketh with wise men shall ...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 ...How can I effectively write to my leaders?
Writing to Your Leaders tips for writing to leaders and officials Staying in touch with your authorities is important in each sphere of life, including the home, church, school, workplace, and community. When you make a formal appeal or address a public official, consider the following tips as ...Why did God give us spiritual gifts?
Key Purposes for Spiritual Gifts edifying the Church, bringing glory to God God has given us spiritual gifts for many purposes. Ultimately, all of these gifts have been provided to equip us to glorify God. The gifts of the Spirit were given “for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ...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 ...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 exhorters?
The Common Traits of Exhorters learn about the characteristics of those with the spiritual gift of exhortation Following are some traits commonly observed in those who have the motivational spiritual gift of exhortation. These traits can be used to benefit others, or they can be misused and the ...What is the spiritual gift of exhorting?
Exhorting: 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 ...How can I maximize my home’s potential to be a learning center?
Home: A Learning Center teach your children God’s commands, basic skills, and life perspectives Wherever people are, learning happens. The home is an especially important place of learning, because there children learn basic facts about life and about interaction with others. Learn to make the ...What should I be aware of when purchasing insurance?
Common Hazards in the Insurance Market prepare to make wise decisions The basic concept behind insurance is sharing the loss of another and being supported when you face loss. In itself, this is a sound Scriptural principle. “Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Gal ...How can I read through Psalms and Proverbs in a month?
Read Psalms and Proverbs in a Month deepen your prayer life and gain wisdom The Books of Psalms and Proverbs divide nicely into daily readings that correspond with the dates of the month. The following reading plan is a great option for personal or family devotions. Each day you will read five ...How can my wife’s counsel benefit my life?
Heeding the Cautions of Your Wife listen to your wife’s counsel When God designed the roles of husband and wife, He fashioned the wife as a helpmeet for her husband. Among other gifts, God often grants the wife an alertness and discernment that He may not initially give to the husband. God said ...