A "New" Approach to Life! Distinguishing the wisdom of Scripture from intellectual knowledge, natural inclinations or humanism...

Nehemiah's prayer for his impossible task was short but full of power: "O God, strengthen my hands." God mightily and miraculously answered.

Messengers in disguise? No, this is not a sermon on false prophets or spiritual warfare. This is the confession of a Jacob who came to...

How to Overcome Temptation

The Principle of Success

Many tyrants have fallen before God's faithful servants, as Goliath before David, but is it possible that any of us can control that giant...

What Today's Youth Can Do to Conquer Goliath and His Brothers Taming the tongue Identifying and conquering pride Avoiding hypocrisy...

While we may seek for answers to prayer God seeks for prayers He may answer. As Jim Sammons illustrates, He is ready to show His mighty...

As Ron Dunn might say, the very thing which causes us to think that God is not at work in our life is the very work that God is doing. This...

"How can I run my business God's way?" Steve Dulin wondered. In search of answers, he began reading through the Scriptures. One by one the...

Did you know God is not a concept – He’s a Person! As a Person, He desires to know you and be known by you. It’s about relationship! And,...

Even well trained Christian young people who know the dangers of the boyfriend girlfriend game can still give away their hearts without...

A straightforward exposition of Ephesians 5 brings a whole new meaning to the responsibilities and rewards of being a husband. What is my...

It is easy enough to trust God when His presence and blessing are evident, but what is a Christian to do if God Himself feels distant? What...

Love, truth and reality seem to have gotten their lines mixed up on today's stage. But what would happen if those who know the Person...

Once upon a time there was a hard-working dairy farmer, called from the family farm to take on the pastorate at a small church in a very un...

Otto Koning gives a deeper understanding of victory through Jesus and the power, advantage, authority, and freedom a believer has through...

Have you ever wondered exactly why some conversations give you a sense of being fully energized and ready to face the future while others...

Ever since the time Doug Small shared this simple message from Genesis 18 with our staff in Oak Brook, it has been a favorite, a kind of...

Salvation, by God's great grace, is a life-changing experience. What if we were to allow His great grace to continue its work in our lives...

In pursuit of the victorious Christian life, we may ask God why He is not giving us His grace and power. Yet what would we find if we...

In a glorious way, from Genesis to Revelation, God's Word shows that His thoughts are higher than our thoughts!

Why do we need to define worship? We all know the answer: With time we tend to change our focus, even without knowing it, from Christ to...

Jim Logan gives a wakeup call regarding the multitude of hidden iniquities that occur regularly among children and youth in Christian homes...

Have you ever wondered what the steps are between being a normal Christian and being greatly used by the Lord? This inspiring message...

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...

George Washington diligently recorded one miracle after another at the birth of a miracle nation: the United States of America. Like Moses...

Spending time in prayer with the Lord is basic to our walk with Him but at the same time it seems to be one of the hardest elements of the...

During the rage of World War II when Holland was blasted by air raid bombs, a little Dutch boy hid in a bomb shelter, trembling in fear.

In May 2013, the six-member Cada family van turned into the filled parking lot. Brian heard his wife and oldest son exclaim together, “We’...

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

Could it be that our problems are the answers to our prayers?

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...

Often, our own idea of perfection is our own prison. God's perfection turns our attention to others. In this helpful message, Jim Logan...

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...

Between the powers of light and darkness a constant war is being waged for the hearts of men.

In their relaxed, friendly manner Mike and Connie explain the importance of God’s principle of design as it applies to both husband and...

Both physical and spiritual growth are step by step processes. As humans we grow up physically. One day at a time, one decade at a time,...

As the Cada family began the ATI program, the Lord surprised them with the interconnectedness of faith and practice. They found that...

“There must be more to the Christian life.” Have you experienced this feeling before? Realizations similar to this often precipitate...

You and I CAN be close to God. It is the promise of James 4:8: "Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you.…" Just knowing that it is...

For Megan Scheibner, disciple-making is one aspect of her life purpose. She shares how this discipline is possible for busy moms. Indeed,...

"[Praying with the mind of Christ] comes only when we have humbled ourselves before Him; It comes only when we are broken." These last...

Whether a businessman or a preacher, will I bear the fruit of the Lord Jesus Christ in my life work? It depends on whether or not I commune...

What takes place in those early chapters of revelation between the bad news about the church and the bad news about the Antichrist? In this...

As a Christian, have you become accustomed to being on defense? With all we have to offer people, it's amazing that we hesitate as often as...

We have come to Christ in salvation. We have answered the call of service in His Church. And we are the ones to be sifted? By Satan?

Something must happen for genuine agape love to resume it's place in modern Christianity.

In his warm and hearty style, Tom Harmon opens our eyes in a fresh new way to the amazing power that is available through contact with...

The faith lived out in front of our children will be the faith they build on in ways we as parents seldom imagine.

Dr. Logan has long sought to share intimacy with God. Through their times alone, the Lord has shown him some major differences between...

With a special heart for young men that are newly married, Dwain Swanson directs the larger part of his advice to those who want to start...

Christopher Sirard is an anesthesiologist. He and his wife Courtney have seven children. Many people think that, as a doctor, Christopher...

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...

Just as Josiah sought the Lord in a time of national crisis, found the old dusty scrolls of the law, and was used of the Lord to bring his...

This is one of Dr. Logan's best messages on preparing to enter enemy territory. He has seen God's ways work and the armor of Ephesians 6...

"The Lord was not in the wind" ... "The Lord was not in the earthquake" ... "The Lord was not in the fire." Yet His still small voice was...

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...

"Are you going to pass your Christian heritage on to your children?" One way Captain Warner's father did that was through the notes he had...

"It's about time!" This exclamation is usually expressed to us when we finally do the one thing that is most important to someone with whom...

Couples such as Chris and Anne often marry with long range vision already in place. The marriage however will still take time to grow....

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...

Katie Holdeman was raised in a Christian family and served on the mission field with her parents for several years. During her teen years,...

“One of the main drives in my life was reality…reality at all costs.” Listen to Ross share his testimony of how God brought him to the...

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...

The first time that Otto Koning used the name of Jesus Christ to win a spiritual battle, it was to save his own life. The saving power of...

Teaching children to love Jesus is often a parent's greatest motivation to keep loving Jesus themselves! Raising children definitely grows...

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...

Temptation doesn't strike the same way every time. Neither is our way of escape the same every time! John Van Gelderen brings the Biblical...

Once again Mrs. Hendry showcases the rich array of  reading options we have for our children. Great historical heroes and heroines of the...

There are times when the eternal purposes of God are at stake. At these times God seeks vessels to use for His life, power and healing to...

There's something special about doing what you know is right, faithfully. Distractions and temptations abound, to be sure, and yet the...

Another title for this message could well be "The Mystery of the Messy Room." Who wants to admit to having a messy room? Why not close 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....

Maybe you have been praying for many years. Maybe you have just begun to pray faithfully. Maybe you want to pray more specifically and...

Why are churches today lacking power in prayer? Why are some churches even eliminating prayer meetings? In this short, yet pointed message...

Praying is a little different than covering everything in prayer. Husbands and dads have the privilege of being the coverers.

Our sons and daughters can be protected from severe and unnecessary problems. That's because prayer isn't just for adults. When the...

Steve Westfahl’s priorities were drastically changed when he came to Christ during his second year of college. Instead of promoting himself...

Fathers reflect what God is like to their children, and one attribute of our heavenly Father is that He is approachable. Peter Magnuson can...

This is a message on God's timeless forgiveness. Everyone in God's school, even after being born again, knows the feeling of failure. But...

Who can do the work of God's Spirit—the Spirit of holiness! Yes, to witness the Spirit's work, to see conviction break out, is a wonderful...

"We are the Wilkes Team! We're not perfect, but we stick together. We are quick to obey, quick to repent, quick to forgive.

Many Basic Seminar alumni whose marriages and families were restored at a Basic Seminar have wanted to come back and share the answers they...

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...

It is time for brothers and sisters in Christ to use their tongues for good.

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

We have heard it repeated many times: "the answer is God's Word and prayer". We know these two things give us balance when other things are...

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)....

"Oh precious trust!" With a simple and yet joyful confidence in God, Mrs. Daniel shares many poems, analogies, and examples from history...

Fulfilling the Great Commission will be of utmost urgency until the last unreached people group is reached. The Great Commission is still...

Nearly 75 minutes of straight commentary on exactly what Scripture says about itself. Much can be said about Bible reading being a...

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

Even amateur campers know the value of a rope, but what is a manty? What makes it as valuable as a rope to outdoorsmen of the Far West?

In our nation, a single person's commitment to truth does matter. My ability to share the truth of the Good News will matter to the those...

Are you doing everything God is calling you to do? When Dwain Swanson asked this question, it had some pretty surprising results. What...

Whether from the world or the workplace, or from the culture at large or personal problems, pressures abound. Pressures come with being...

Why does it seem that sometimes when you determine to “seek the Lord,” He intentionally hides from you? Is something wrong? No!

There's a lot going on for pastors these days. A single congregation represents so many needs. Various topics need addressed. And any given...

Confidence. This word doesn't often seem synonymous with parenting, but can it be? Peter Magnuson, using the first chapter of Philippians...