The Bible never teaches us to pray ‘for’ faith. Yes, seeking Him in prayer is a necessary part of growing faith in our hearts, but the seeking is to be …
Speak the Word Only? You Be the Judge
Word of Faith circles are often criticized for the concept of speaking as a way of releasing faith and by it the power of God. We are accused of depersonalizing …
Sometimes, We Are the Obstacle
Sometimes we find ourselves waiting for God to remove our obstacles when He in fact is actually waiting for us to take that vital step of faith. Read more…
If God’s Will Always Happens, Why Must We Pray?
Is God’s will unconditional or is it conditional? Does His will just happen, or at times must it depend upon actions by others? This is the big question concerning prayer. …
Does God Believe? Of Course He Does
Many theologians say that God cannot ‘have faith’, therefore, the phrase ‘the God kind of faith,’ as a translation option for Mark 11:22, is in their view a gross error. …
Diligence Is For Now – Resting Is For Later
One of the main ingredients of faith is simple diligence. There is nothing a servant can bring to the master that has everything (God) except a great attitude, loyalty, and …
Faith / Believe – Most Frequently Used New Testament Words
God Himself is the central issue of the Bible, and after that, it is faith. Words about faith are some of the most used words in the New Testament. Read more…
“I Command You To ask” – Wuest
The words, “you shall ask,” are in the imperative mood, which makes them a command, and are to be taken in the sense of “I command you to ask.” – K. S. Wuest
Martin Luther’s Call for the Faith Healer
The Reformation of the 16th century made an unmistakable mark on Christendom. Led by the spirited Martin Luther, reformation leaders led the body of Christ in a renewal, marching under …
Only One Cause for Failure in Prayer
Finis Dake There is only one cause for failure in prayer. Jesus taught that it was “Because of your unbelief.” Some argue that this cannot be the trouble in their …
Hope Is Still Hope
A Desire becomes a Hope when we discover a reason for its expectation. The strength of the reason, determines the strength of the corresponding expectation. The Desire is now both …
Will He Find Faith?
What does God look for in an individual? Luke 18:8 “I tell you that He will bring about justice for them quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will …
A Sovereign God Helping His Free-Will Man
It seems like the more we exercise our free will in obedience to God’s stated will, the more He acts sovereignly on our behalf.
Where Does Faith Begin?
Faith begins where the will of God is known. It’s just that simple and it’s just that hard. Now go out and find it. That’s were it starts – you …
God Wants Us To Believe, But Why?
God grants His blessings through the operation of faith. It is by grace through faith that He transfers the good news of His will to earth, and it is only …
Intra Muros – “My Dream of Heaven”
‘Intra Muros’ by Rebecca Ruter Springer has been added to our online book selection. It is a description of Heaven that was written around 1898. Read more…
I Am Proud of My Daughter
Sarah is coming home from Baghdad soon. I am so proud of her!!
Jesus Stands at Your Door
He stands patiently at your heart and knocks. Let Him In. For the Bible says: …That if you shall confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and shall believe in …