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Can we thank God in all things?
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 maximize my home’s potential to be a worship center?
Home: A Worship Center caring for the spiritual needs of your family We often think of the home as a place in which basic needs are met, especially the physical needs of food, rest, and shelter. Your home can also be a place where your family’s foundational spiritual needs are met through devot ...What should we do for family devotions?
Ideas for Family Devotions tailor devotional routines to meet your family’s needs Many parents wonder what they should do during family devotional times. There are no simple answers, since endless options allow each family to customize their time together. Consider the ages of your children, ho ...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 ...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 ...Did Jesus Christ yield personal rights?
Christ’s Example of Yielding Rights learning from Jesus’ surrender to God Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus Christ gives us a striking example of complete obedience and surrender to God. In the Book of Philippians, we read that although Jesus was equal with God, He humbled Himsel ...What is the principle of ownership?
The Principle of Ownership keys to understanding irritations and resolving anger and worry The Biblical principle of ownership involves recognizing that all things ultimately belong to God, that He entrusts us with resources and responsibilities to steward for His glory, and that yielding our p ...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 ...What are some signs of genuine repentance?
Insights Into Repentance lessons from the prodigal son Repentance is not a mechanical duty, but rather a heartfelt response to the conviction of sin. It involves not only grief over sin, but it also includes a decision to change one’s ways. When John the Baptist preached, he challenged his list ...What basic steps should be taken in order to gain a clear conscience?
How to Gain a Clear Conscience take responsibility for your actions When you have offended others, gaining a clear conscience involves taking responsibility for your actions, seeking forgiveness, and making restitution. The following steps provide guidelines for examining your heart and making ...What can stand in the way of clearing my conscience?
Hindrances to Gaining a Clear Conscience common points of rationalization When you’ve said or done something that weighs on your conscience, you might try to explain away the guilt. The following issues could keep you from clearing your conscience: Knowing that the ones you offended were wrong ...When clearing my conscience, what attitudes should I have?
Attitudes for Gaining a Clear Conscience putting the beatitudes to work in your life When you ask a person to forgive you, he will recognize how far you’ve come in developing the following attitudes. Jesus spoke of these attitudes in the Sermon on the Mount (see Matthew 5:3–12), stating that th ...What brings true success in life?
Discover True Success meditate on the Word of God When God speaks of success in Scripture, He relates it to a focus on His Word and the inner activity of meditation. Meditating on Scripture involves bringing God’s Word into our hearts so that it gives direction for every area of our lives. By w ...Why do I need to accept myself?
Foundations of Accepting God’s Design keys to self-acceptance Your attitude about yourself has a profound influence on your attitudes toward God, your family, your friends, and your future. Understanding the concepts of self-acceptance brings freedom from comparison with others and allows you t ...How can I live with a physical defect?
Living Victoriously With Physical Defects building trust in your Designer Birthmarks, disabilities, deformities, and other needs cause us to ask searching questions. Why would a loving, all-powerful Creator God allow imperfections to exist? Remember that the world is marred by man’s rebellion a ...What consequences occur when I don’t forgive an offender?
Consequences of Bitterness how a lack of forgiveness affects body, soul, and spirit Harboring bitterness in your heart brings consequences that affect you physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Physical Consequences Chemical imbalance Resentment causes imbalance in the hormones fr ...What are God-ordained authority structures?
Structures of Authority order in the home, church, workplace, and government Recognizing and obeying the one in charge brings security and order to a group. Each person looks to the leader for direction and accountability, and he or she provides guidance for working through questions or problem ...How can I overcome negative thought patterns?
Take Your Thoughts Captive learning to think thoughts of truth As followers of God, our spiritual journey involves learning to bring our thoughts under the control of God in obedience to Jesus Christ. “(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of ...