Our past. As we each live a new day, we leave a day behind. We can get caught up in what was or what might have been “if only things were different,” but this focus means we forget. When we hold onto our past, we neglect to cling to God’s promises. In his new study No More Excuses (following the Kingdom Men Rising movie), Tony Evans helps believers focus on God’s promises. … [Read more...]
Kingdom Men Rising: No More Excuses
On April 29th, the documentary film Kingdom Men Rising will hit theaters nationwide for a two night event with a message that our culture desperately needs right now. As the second theatrical release from LifeWay Films, Kingdom Men Rising offers a reorientation of masculinity – what it should be rather than how society has defined it. This theatrical release co-created with … [Read more...]
Practical Ways to Bless Your Children
by Jay Dennis Blessing your child is one of the most important acts you will do as a dad. In the Old Testament the blessing is spoken about 415 times, demonstrating the importance of it. Bless means to speak well of by the words you say and the way you say it. In the Bible there are four types of blessing: God to His people; from people to God; the blessing of God over a … [Read more...]
It Is I. Don’t Be Afraid.
by Bill Delvaux The summer before last I went mountain climbing with a friend out in Colorado. But the day before the big ascent, he wanted to take us both on ATVs up into the alpine regions on mountain roads. I remember feeling uncomfortable but willing to give it a try. But the discomfort turned into panic on the morning of our ride. I felt the fear rise up with all of the … [Read more...]
March Madness: How to Root for Your Team without Losing Your Soul
by Taylor Combs My wife and I married in October of 2014. The next month, the college basketball season began, and to say my beloved Kentucky Wildcats were good that year would be an understatement. Kentucky began the season by dominating powerhouses like Kansas (by 32 points), North Carolina (by 14), and UCLA (by 39). Conference play began, and Kentucky stayed hot. After … [Read more...]