Fasting Regular fasting and practicing self-denial, as the Holy Spirit directs, are encouraged. This will clarify thinking, add fervency to prayer, motivate giving, and help develop empathy. Daniel_Fast_Recipe The Daniel Fast is a spiritual discipline designed to better connect us with God. As members of Mt Moriah Tabernacle Church, we’ll...
We all have in our lives that special someone that teaches us, from a very young age, important aspects about life that we keep inside our hearts and minds throughout our existence. Well, for me, that special person was my grandfather, may God rest his soul. He introduced me to...
One of the most important decisions a person will ever make in their life is the decision about whom we will marry. In marriage, hopefully, we grow in our ability to love each other and in our ability to face the challenges in life. Dr. Neil Clark Warren, author and...
“I am among you as one who serves” (Luke 22:27). “A disciple is not above his teacher or a slave above his master” (Luke 6:24). In the days following Hurricane Katrina, Rudy and Rose traveled to New Orleans to help. Unable to find a place to plug in, Rudy walked into...
It’s simple. It’s short. Yet it’s incredibly powerful. Proverbs 3:5-6 is one of the most familiar passages in the Bible–with good reason. It sets forth a life-changing truth that is worthy of our attention. Spend three minutes reading this article, and see if you agree.
Read: Titus 2:11-3:2 | Bible in a Year: Genesis 39-40; Matthew 11 [Jesus Christ] gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed. —Titus 2:14 At the church I attend, the Sunday morning service closes with a song based on John Wesley’s words. We sing, “Do...
No matter the events that might happen in this country, political or non-political, make sure you remind yourself that there is always someone much greater whom you can place your trust in. No, I am not talking about a third-party candidate who could have won your vote to the detriment...
Setting aside a day to celebrate evil, darkness, witchcraft, fear, death and the demonic brings disdain to God. Period. (Flickr/Creative Commons) Many Christians celebrate Halloween. Some churches and pastors even do. I recently saw a church advertising they were having a Zombie Run. Seriously? God’s House? This pastor does not...
Wishing to find out the meaning of life People ask themselves questions such as “Why do we exist?” or “Does my life have a purpose?“. The Bible shows us that our purpose in life is to tie a friendship with God. I invite you to meditate on some fundamental truths...
Forgiveness is the act by which we overlook someone’s mistake. In the Bible, the Greek word translated as “forgiveness” literally means “giving up“, as when a person no longer requires repayment of a debt. Jesus used this comparison to teach His disciples to pray “Forgive us our sins, for we...