Expecting God to help: A letter from George Mueller - When the China Inland Mission was crumbling under government pressure, Hudson Taylor received a letter from his hero in the faith, George Mueller. It is a powerful note of encouragement… [...]
Hudson Taylor’s secret to getting the fullness of Christ into your life - In 1869, the brave Hudson Taylor had a problem with his faith. “I felt assured that there was in Christ all I needed,” he wrote, “but the practical question was—how… [...]
Hudson Taylor’s way of making God “real” in your life - Before 21-year-old Hudson Taylor left for China, he practiced relying on God for his needs, deliberately cutting himself off from sources of support, including his own father. God provided through… [...]
What Psalm 73 says about our obsession with prosperity - This world seems backward. Why do so many people that blaspheme God prosper financially? And why do so many Christians struggle to make ends meet? The prosperity gospel has tried… [...]
My new adventure - Friends, I’m taking a break from my devotions this week to share a new adventure I’m embarking on. After much advice from friends and coaches, deep thought, months of prayer,… [...]
When disappointment drowns out success – my story - What are you striving for? Maybe a dream job, healing, a family issue, or a financially secure future? My dream was to start a successful business. Check! The Lord gave… [...]
When fear threatens our confidence in the Lord - When an army was attacking David, he said, “Do not let me fall into their hands. For they accuse me of things I’ve never done; with every breath they threaten… [...]
Two ways to pray that magnify our fellowship with God (from Psalm 66) - If you want to revamp your prayers into a more intimate conversation with God, Psalm 66:16-20 (NLT) offers powerful guidance. This section of Scripture begins with: “Come and listen, all… [...]
Do this before asking for help from God - As I was praying the other day, I had to stop. Not because I wanted to, but because a flood of need overwhelmed me. I kept throwing so many trials… [...]
Want to do something great for God? Be mindful of the price - Do you have big dreams of what you want to do for the Kingdom? After decades of striving to build, serve and write for God, I’ve learned a few things.… [...]
