Changed Hearts Changed Lives

When on a road trip, having a map will guide you step by step to your destination. Much like the apostle Paul gives us a sure road map to peace. Are you lacking peace?

As Christians, we sometimes believe that we earn our way by either being good or bad, but that is not the way we are saved. We do, however, need to come to God and receive forgiveness. Fortunately, he gives us do-overs.

We may struggle with the idea that God requires much from us, but we should not lose sight of what he gave to bring us near to Him, His own Son.

We can all feel a lack of peace sometimes, and it may be challenging to get any peace. God gave his Son, and he is our peace.

Although it seems exclusive the word of God says that there is no way to God but through Jesus. He is the only way. How do you know if you are in that way or not?

Let us remember that while God’s wrath may serve as a deterrent against wrongdoing, His love and mercy are equally present. Through genuine repentance and seeking forgiveness, we can experience His grace and find solace in knowing that we are never beyond redemption. So let us approach the concept of God’s wrath with humility and... Read More

You may have heard it said that you can either become bitter or better when going through difficult situations. Many people in the bible went through terrible situations and were somehow able to remain faithful and not become bitter. The key is that they had one thing in common: what was it?

Living your life out for Jesus doesn’t leave you less vulnerable to life’s struggles and adversity. You can have many challenges, but if you keep your eyes on him and not your circumstances, you will find help to overcome them.

When we receive the gospel, we do so without relying on our own merits, but sometimes, it’s hard to keep from earning it. All other religions require that you do something to earn it, but the gospel of Jesus Christ isn’t like that. Are you still trying to earn it?

In a culture that promotes hard work and pulling ourselves up by our bootstraps, it’s hard to believe that our salvation doesn’t require any work. But that is precisely how we are saved; it’s through the work of Christ.

As we go through this life many times, we will find that we don’t measure up to the standard or that we aren’t accepted for a lack of something, but that isn’t how God’s economy works. You can be complete in him.

When we have a broken relationship, it can be difficult to deal with, but there is freedom and peace when there is reconciliation. We have been reconciled to God through Christ, and it is wonderful to have that healed relationship, but God expects something in return.

Many claim to be Christians, but how do you determine if that’s true? The word of God makes it clear that you can know for sure that you are if you’ve become a new creation.

Our culture has many competing voices, and it can be difficult to remain faithful to the gospel you believed. But the Israelites faced much the same, and God’s response remains the same. To remain separate and not to mix with the cultures around you. Have you compromised?

When asked to give to missions, do we consider it essential, or is it just not that important? It depends on your knowledge and perspective. Today’s message comes from someone who may change your perspective and how you view it.

Sharing your faith with someone can be intimidating, but when you are truly saved it becomes second nature. We are given the ability to bring the good news to those around us by the Holy Spirit, he will enable you.

Looking at the world around us, it’s easy to get focused on all of the chaos and turmoil. But, we can get our eyes focused on the giver of life and live victorious lives through him.

Many people receive Jesus as their savior, but not many receive him as Lord. Are we just looking to reap the benefits of heaven but not live the type of life God has called us to? Have you made Jesus the Lord of your life?

Seeking wisdom is a very good thing to do. Determining the right path or making the right decisions can be accomplished if we can attain wisdom. But many people have attained it, leaving them with even more questions or unfulfilled. What was missing?

Living out our walk with Jesus encompasses many disciplines, but none more significant than loving one another. In the letter to the Corinthians,, the apostle Paul says most emphatically that it’s the most important of all.

When we come to know Jesus, it’s a new and dynamic experience, but does it stop there? The goal of the Holy Spirit in our lives is to transform us and make us a catalyst for change around us. Where are you on your journey?

Going through pain and suffering is difficult for all of us, but when we suffer as Christians, it can be even more complicated when we don’t understand why. Is God mad at me, or have I lost faith? Is he trying to test me, or have I done something wrong? There are good biblical answers... Read More

Being an effective witness for Jesus can depend on many things. One of the greatest evangelists in the history of Christianity, the apostle Paul, put it very briefly in the epistle to the Colossians that it depends on your motivation. What are you motivated by?

How do we continue to follow the truth when faced with a different worldview? Many religions claim the truth, and we can be sure we have a sure salvation if we cling to the good shepherd.

Feelings of hopelessness are hard to overcome and can lead to disastrous consequences. But the psalmist wrote, “Why so downcast, oh my soul, put your hope in God.” He is our hope; you can live in that hope if you want. Hope in God alone!

We all go through difficult times, and one of the hardest things to deal with is the “not knowing” how or why they happen. The writer of Colossians spells out the supremacy of Christ and brings us to the apex when he states that we have the assurance of God’s involvement in the cross. He... Read More

A broken relationship is difficult to repair and can cause significant turmoil in our lives. A broken relationship with God can bring even more trouble and hurt, but there is a way to get peace in both situations through reconciliation, which is provided through Christ.

Most of us go through this life wanting to find safety and comfort, and we also approach our walk with the Lord the same way. But there comes a time when we need to get out of the boat and walk into the midst of the storm with Jesus. How do we get the courage... Read More

When planning a vacation or going on a business trip, we may create an itinerary. The roads we need to travel will lead us to our destination, and only the correct roads will get us where we want. Our spiritual journey is no different, and we need to be on the correct road to lead... Read More

You can’t fit a square peg into a round hole, or so the saying goes. That is how it is when you try and fill the void in your spiritual walk with anything other than God’s word. When battling with the enemy of your soul, use the weapons God has provided.

People want a place where they fit in; it’s innate for the human condition. But we don’t always find our place in this world, which can lead to many personal problems. But in God’s economy, we do have a place, and He has put gifts into us that will enable us to succeed.

Are you struggling to make it through the day-to-day in your walk with Christ? Remember that you are not alone; God can comfort and help you. There are also milestones we need to remember that will help you through.

“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” is a well-known scripture that tells of God’s omnipotence. But is Jesus on the same level as God? We see in scripture that he is! Who do you say that he is?

When the secret service trains to spot counterfeit money, they don’t look at the counterfeit. They study the genuine bill to spot the counterfeit easily. When faced with the societal push to be inclusive, we can also be influenced to accept false gospels, but we can easily see them if we know the true gospel.

Have you ever wanted to live out your life in a way that pleases God? There is a way you can, and it’s available to anyone who asks and will transform your life!

Do you struggle with knowing God’s will for your life? Many of us do, and there is comfort in knowing that God wants to reveal it to us. The answer is quite simple if we listen.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is essential to Christianity, but is it true? Is there a way to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that what the bible records is really what happened? If it is, then it will change your life!

As we walk through this life with Jesus, how do we know when it is real or becomes just religion? Has your walk become just something you do, or is it for real?

Sometimes we need a miracle in our lives, and we hope and pray for it to happen, but are we missing the greatest miracle that has already happened?

You may have heard it said, “If you don’t have any expectations, then you’re never disappointed” But sometimes, we have misaligned expectations and become disenchanted or lose hope. What are your expectations of God?

Sometimes we may think that God doesn’t listen to us or that He doesn’t care. We see the degradation of our society or the pain in our own lives or the lives of others and wonder if there is any hope. Well, there is!

Have you ever struggled to know whether you are saved by grace or works? You aren’t alone; it has been debated within the church for years. But you can be sure if you listen to what the Holy Spirit reveals in God’s word.

Having a consistent prayer life is vital to your relationship with Christ. The apostle Paul exemplified this and left us an example of the pattern of prayer that he used. Do you have a pattern that you follow?

Do you deal with the consequences of bad choices in your past? The theme of the book of proverbs deals with wisdom and making the right choices, but it also can help you navigate through the difficulties of bad decisions and help us get back to solid ground

We meet people who claim to be Christians and believe they are on good terms with God but are they? The scriptures tell us we are to be “In Christ,” but what does that mean?

Our society puts a great deal of emphasis on what’s popular, but Jesus wasn’t like that. He will go out of his way just for you, no matter your position or importance.

When you think about who you talk to the most, it may surprise you to know it’s to yourself. Self-talk can be very defeating if not done through the lens of scripture, but you need to see yourself according to God’s word. Who does scripture say you are?

How do we find peace and comfort when facing doubt and fear from life’s circumstances? Even when we don’t feel it, our God can give us rest.

When we face hardships, it can be difficult to believe God sees or cares about us. That is what the Israelites faced when exiled to Babylon, but God had a plan for them, and He also has a plan for you.

Sometimes we can believe that no one could ever love us because of what we have done, but is that true? When we see the character of God and his love for us, it can give us the hope we need.