In this heartfelt message, Michelle Duggar shares some of the verses, insights, and operational word definitions that have strengthened her...

Listen and be encouraged as Gil Bates shares story after story of how God provided for him and his family because of their resolve to build...

Self-government is the measure of a man. Irritations and mistakes are sure to arise in every home but whether they are allowed to threaten...

Messengers in disguise? No, this is not a sermon on false prophets or spiritual warfare.

The love which newlyweds experience need not end with the arrival of children! This collection of practical tips offers a foundation of...

In this special two-part student session for young ladies, you will be reminded of just how practical it is to take all your dilemmas and...

There are many ways we can allow perfectionism to come in and replace the relationships we are supposed to have with the Lord and with our...

To ponder marriage is to address the second most important decision in all of life. Before and after the holy union commenced at the altar...

Jesus grew in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man (Luke 2:25). The Benham brothers share insights about growing in understanding by...

Spiritual Gifts: Overview

Popularity and pluralism are idolized in our culture. Certainly God does want us to have an influence in our world, among our circles. But...

The Duggars' story in forty-seven minutes: how the Lord turned their hearts to have children, how they made it through when the first few...

We've all heard the command, "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you" (I Thessalonians 5:18...

How relevant was the Bible to the Founding Fathers of the United States? Did you know that, during the Constitutional Convention, one of...

When Gil Bates humbled himself and started to see himself the way his wife and children did, he knew a little change was in order.

Are you a giver or a taker? Of course, the goal is to be a giver! However, in order to be a giver, we must first become a receiver. But...

David Waller used to be single. Priscilla, too, of course. Now the two are happily married - to each other! So, what exactly did God use in...

Let's take a look at the Lord's prayer. After all it is the Lord's prayer. It reveals His heart as Savior and Lord. As Savior, He chose to...

Having faith in our own faith is becoming a widespread problem among Christians. Those who profess to know Christ feel that at times their...

This fun whiteboard drawing takes you through the life cycle of a caterpillar giving a great comparison to our growth in the Christian life...

Family Conferences are an enjoyable time for the whole family! Fellowship with friends and powerful preaching make for a full week . . ....

When we think about the future we might naturally wonder about "God's will". But really what good would it do us if we merely know God's...

We remember men like George Müller and the Apostle Paul for their acts of faith. Behind the demonstration of faith, however, is a walk of...

Kenan, Sarah, Adam, and Hannah Wilkes share some of the high hopes that they had for themselves and their future. Along the way, they found...

Courtship can be a confusing topic. For that reason, Aaron Baker devotes the first session of his two-part message to describe a...

“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God ... humbled Himself ....” Is this mind in you? For...

A common question among young people is: "Do we obey our parents only when what they say is in Scripture?

Dr. Steve Scheibner and his wife Megan want to see you succeed where it matters most: at home. Their experience in counseling and marriage...

II Timothy 2 was Paul's advice to a young pastor. The encouragement it contains however can apply directly to parenting. Like Timothy,...

It is a special thing these days to have eight children and keep the hearts of each of them. As a matter of fact it is extraordinary. And...

Faithful is He who has called us … so we can do it! Right? Before jumping into active obedience to God's calling, revisit with Gabe Cleator...

Have I frankly considered the high costs of anger? It is an expensive thing, as can be seen from references throughout Scripture as well as...

When a young missionary journeyed to his first mission assignment, a painful memory from his youth drove him to strive for spiritual...

In the final episode, Larry and Lois Guthrie share about several trying experiences they’ve had to walk through over the past several years.

Gil Bates brings home a paradoxical proverb written directly to men: Proverbs 16:32. In this verse, Almighty God warns men that there is...

Many pastors, fathers, and families are under attack. Often the natural response can be one of surprise: “If I'm doing God's will, why don'...

A cowboy? A basketball player? A vet? A missionary? An ordinary person? The runt of the family? Maybe just a "little kid"? What if you are...

What do you do when God confronts you with the question, “Are you willing to go anywhere for Me?” This is especially disconcerting when the...

When the days of child rearing are finally past, faithful moms will be rewarded for teaching their little ones to fear the Lord. The fear...

How do I know I've been called by God? Should I look for logical indications that support the call? Can I expect God to confirm my ministry...

In the year 1900, Americans identified seventy-two things they deemed essential to happiness. By 1950 it was nearly 500 things. Do you...

I have so much to learn! Even applying what I already know about Jesus seems to be a process that takes way too long! Will I ever be...

It didn't make sense. The way to get out was to get in? Condescending to enter into the problems of those under his care was the last thing...

When God called Keith into evangelistic work, it became evident that His hand was upon Keith. As he gave his heart and mind to the...

What if you had the power to change some of the circumstances you face in life? Would you use that power? Pastor Bob Gray II and his wife...

It is so easy to let negative thoughts about a spouse escalate into full blown judgments without even realizing it. Rather than being quick...

How are you doing in the middle of your “storm”? Do you wish it could be over, so you could get on with life and start serving the Lord...

Wisdom Booklet preparation and teaching will naturally bring together, under one central theme, many and varied resources from life: a...

Relationships do not need to be broken over every issue. Offenses (or just plain differences) should challenge both parties to desire the...

What do you do if you have a colt that only wants to play and eat chocolate? That colt isn’t worth much to you or anyone else! In this...

As the spiritual leader of your family, you may wonder how you can discuss heart issues with your children without losing their hearts (or...

Fathers: What draws your attention when the work day is over? A messy house? A broken stove? A disobedient child? An online temptation? Don...

When hundreds of attendees for an international seminar stated they would be bringing their children along with them, Larry & Lois...

Often we caution our sons, "Be careful!" In many cases, this caution carries over into our spiritual lives, too. But is that truly wise? Is...

Perfection is something we all strive for to some extent, whether it be in our work ethic, family life, or the hobbies we enjoy. However,...

When it became evident that dementia was going to take a significant toll on the captain of the Jolly Roger, Patch the Pirate's “crew” had...

As a young person, it's easy to wonder, "What is the purpose God has for my life?" Do you have a Jacob-like tenacity to "not let go" unless...

The speaker stands as usual behind the podium, but on his tie is visible a small red spot. Is he not aware of how speakers are expected to...

What battles are you facing? How can you win these battles? Eventually, we are called to take part in the fellowship of the sufferings of...

What words came to mind the day Elisabeth Elliot first heard the news of her husband Jim's death? Was she tempted to ask “Why?” Or did she...

An ocean wave or the g-force of an accelerating sports car can become something a young man remembers the rest of his life! Greg Witzenburg...

It is far easier to criticize our families rather than to praise them. Even in trying to praise them, pitfalls may arise. How can fathers...

After living in a very small house for several years with their large family, Keith and Carol Kane moved to a larger place to care for...

Many books are written about how to lead. When Peter Magnuson ran a query on leadership titles in Amazon, it yielded more than 50,000...

Any husband or father can be a critic. So Gil Bates challenges us as men to check our expectations. In place of criticism, leading wives...

In this crazy world in which we live, there’s a real battle going on.  Now, beneath the other conflicts that litter the news, Gabe Cleator...

Think about it. Capitalism and compassion have worked together pretty well in our country. Weigh the facts for yourself as Darren Myers...

"We have what we need to come to faith and spiritual maturity!

Your sons (and your daughters!) are watching. Do they see in your marriage a picture of Christ and His Bride, the Church? Mark Wilkes...

After missionary Otto Koning declared the victorious name of Jesus over the powers of darkness, he began to witness whole tribes...

Children love stories. Movies, too, wield an underestimated influence in the lives of young people. No matter what our age, drama wins our...

Commitment is one of those vanishing virtues. What's rarer, though, might be self-sacrificing commitment! Jesse Boulden has seen a thousand...

Being hindered from achieving our dreams can hurt. In the drama of the moment, our emotions can escalate to the point that it would seem an...

Yes, it is possible for parents to have perfect peace despite the prospect of prodigals! As with Moses, Saint Augustine, Franklin Graham,...

Have you been classifying your circumstances as "good" or "bad" lately? For Keon Pendergast, his wife, and his four children, the...

You're a father. You want to be dependable. You need your family and others to trust you. What does God give you to equip you for this role...

The purpose of the Advanced Training Institute is to structure education around God's Word. As ATI families grew in their desire to do this...

There is a way through the fog, believe it or not. Yes, fog is dangerous. In the journey of faith, it can become as dangerous as the fog...

"Repairing the breach" is a man's job. It takes long-range commitment. But more than that, raising up the foundations of godly generations...

Well, it's time to make a plan. Pick one of the five areas: Person, Provider, Partner, Parent, or Proclaimer and do the things God has led...