“He hath done all things well” (Mark 7:37). David Gibbs Jr. recounts the story of his mother's impossible work, a nearly-unbelievable story...

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

Busyness is the signal to stop and do the one thing we believe we are too busy to do!

If only every young person in America could spend one day on patrol with a policeman. . . . But maybe this message by Tom Harmon will...

When and where does a stable, loving marriage relationship begin? As a single, young person, what if you could avoid one of the biggest...

Spiritual Gifts: Overview

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...

Easter is a special time of year. For those who follow Christ, this season is especially meaningful because we celebrate the death, burial...

Lt. Commander J. David Rogers gives the fascinating story of Pearl Harbor and one man whose responsibility, determination, and sacrifice on...

Perhaps you have brothers and sisters that irritate you on occasion, if not on every occasion? Maybe you have tried not to say anything or...

Learn with Paul and Jenny Speed how to gain true freedom by being open and broken about past failures. Secret sins are damaging to those...

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...

Watching the taming of a wild animal is something few have ever seen. A horse trainer's excitement is a little different than that of a...

It is possible to maintain moral purity. For every ploy the enemy uses to draw us away there are equal or greater ways of escape. Jim...

Handling an accusation is one thing. Handling your husband's is another. And when more people--possibly the very people to whom you have...

What are some things we can focus on as a couple to keep the marriage a we-centered marriage instead of a me-centered marriage?

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...

What is your first reaction when faced with contention? Paul and Jenny Speed demonstrate the concept of the three chairs in conflict...

God can turn around a worst case scenario for good. In Larry Guthrie's situation, it certainly seemed no good could come from the mistake...

Not all kinds of love are God’s love. Attempting to illustrate the power of Divine love, David Gibbs Jr. unveils its first two attributes...

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...

It is natural to resist pain and want offenders to pay the rightful consequences of causing us to feel it. Bitterness, however, has...

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

Maybe, right now where there should be joy in your heart, there is pain. Maybe where there should be unreserved confidence in the kindness...

The truth is the truth. You and your audience will always be better off when your message is founded on the truth. Your audience will also...

As much as I may want God's truth in my life, I may not be able to live it out. Why? Could it be I haven't gotten to the root of a lie I've...

Every individual encounters disappointment to one degree or another, even with those they know and love the most.

A reflective quoting of Romans 8:28 & 29 now and then is encouragement for any Christian.  But these verses may go beyond a hopeful...

Showing reverence to our husband does include having a useful process of appeal. Mrs. Walsh likens this to the role of radar, detecting the...

In this first of three messages in his short series, Roy shares a very wise perspective on what Christians can look to when they suffer....

Sometimes all things don't seem to work together for good, even if we feel that we are loving God. Can we trust that He is always at work...

Dr. Larry Guthrie and his family loved outdoor activities. For Larry, this included most everything except running a race.

While astride a palomino, Lew Sterrett demonstrates the use of the bit, one of the smallest forms of horse tack. Bits have various sizes,...

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

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...

As humans we are tempted, often, to use any number of reasons to believe that God is not good. What could be farther from the truth?...

Married life is a new life, right? Well ... that depends. True love is truthful: truthful about the past--as well as your spouse's (or...

It's a horse trainer's dream: a horse so responsive that no use of the reins is needed. To this end, what would you use? Limitations or...

Life, at times, overwhelms us as young ladies. Our reaction is to forget God and bolt like a runaway colt! However, our loving heavenly...

It seemed like a lose-lose situation. If Connie tried to gloss over Mike's shortcomings, as she did for the first few years of their...

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

The extraordinarily-designed Faberge eggs of Imperial Russia and the plain clay pots on display in the Cyprus archaeological museum share a...

What does it take to get your attention? A windstorm? A lost ring? Disappointment or loneliness? Unexpected loss or unbearable pain? An...

The events of World War II have receded into history. Nevertheless, many civilians and soldiers of that time have left us examples that...

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

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

Hearing what God wants to say is a skill. Sharing with others what God has shared with me is also a skill. Drawing near to God enables us...

Building on Part 1, Chris and Anne Hogan share testimonies of how the Lord has enabled couples to relax and relate to one another...

For those who trust Him God has the plan of a lifetime. It comes by losing, then finding. It's true! It's the wonderful life we never...

Many voices vie for a man's attention. Sifting through them is a skill. What we tune out and what we pay attention to reveals our heart....

Whether in the gymnasium, or at Harvard Law School, or in the everyday life of a committed Christian, the same zeal should prevail.

Have you found the strength to rejoice in physical infirmities? Aaron Baker's testimony helps us to accept a fuller understanding of God...

Best known for The Pineapple Story, Otto Koning’s testimony has ministered to thousands of people around the world. The answer God showed...

On occasion we forget to worship. We feel like a small candle in a vast dark room whose light is flickering, sputtering, about to go out....

Moms can be special sources of power for their husbands and families. It can be through prayer, forgiveness or sheer loyalty to the Lord....

If you're up for a good story, you'll enjoy this in-depth re-telling of Ruth's true love story by Pastor Fraley. He incorporates several...

Does our church have the same priorities the early church did? Jesus said, “My house shall be called a house of prayer …” (Matthew 21:13)....

At the moment of salvation, we were spared from a future of utter despair in hell. But what about those who do not know Jesus? They have...

Parenting may be a tremendous responsibility but it is also a tremendous joy when an independent moral agent comes to understand and...

Mike and Connie Walsh admit they didn’t understand oneness in marriage until dealing with moral freedom. Consistent moral freedom is...

In this session, Charles “Tremendous” Jones speaks on the price of leadership, and encourages us with these words: “The price you pay today...

Pastor Gary Fraley remembers the first time he joined a family in their daily devotions. He was a teenager, and he has never forgotten the...

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

From sweltering 120˚ copper mines in Arizona to frigid -20˚ weather in Mongolia, Mr. Warner recounts his testimony of God's faithfulness to...

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...

Fathers know that it takes humility to take the lead in the area of moral freedom. In many areas, but especially in this area, young men...

It's sobering when God tells a man "You'll either let My Word crush you or you will crush your children". He is always the same, His Word...

What is wrong with sending someone else in answer to the call? What’s wrong with hoping the unfortunates are “asleep,” not “dead”? Well,...

It has probably been a while since you have heard a conversation about hell. You may have friends or relatives that question its reality....

The Bible gives many examples of loyalty as a character quality. In a style similar to his companion message on Ruth, Gary Fraley takes a...

One day we will enjoy the prize. That is the reward of both physical and spiritual disciplines. Whether it's running a mile in the early...

The unsaved may not ever read God's specific revelation, the Bible. His general revelation however is a constant source of curiosity. That...

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

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...

As a boy, Keith Daniel assumed he was a Christian. His brother, father, and mother assumed they were Christians, too. Their family was good...

Relationships in the home are not guaranteed to be painless. Before something happens, why not take a second look and evaluate, in light of...

"The glory of children are their fathers" (Proverbs 17:6).  As a father speaking to fathers, Mark Wilkes attests that our children...

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...

Do you find yourself always thinking negative thoughts about someone? Your mother maybe, or your daughter? Are there some things you wish...

World War II was not a war waged between the Axis and Allied powers alone. It was a power struggle between hatred and genuine love. The ten...

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

The tug of temptation can be very powerful indeed. After all, any temptation can be excused in one way or another—even subconsciously...

As Director of the ALERT program for young men, Marv Behr is especially qualified to speak at a Father-Son Conference! Young men from...