This World is Not Our Home
“For this world is not our home; we are looking forward to our everlasting home in heaven”—Hebrews 13:14 (TLB).
A Christmas gift I received from...
Lessons Learned From a Gingerbread House
“God, teach me lessons for living so I can stay the course. Give me insight so I can do what you tell me— my...
Let There Be Peace on Earth
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests”— Luke 2:14 (NIV).
In 1944, Jill Jackson...
‘I Wanna Dance’ movie: Whitney Houston’s success and struggles
Singer Whitney Houston was a global superstar with a complicated life. Adored by millions, mocked by some fellow Blacks, this New Jersey church girl struggled with drug and alcohol abuse as she sought to navigate a stratospheric career and tumultuous personal life. 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody' presents revealing glimpses into her emotional and professional journeys.
Fact Finding, Sight Seeing, and Prayer Walking
By Jerry Wiles --
In recent years “Prayer Walking” has become an important topic in relation to ministry and mission strategies. It is often referred...
The Power of Curiosity
By Jerry Wiles --
“Curiosity is the wick in the candle of learning,” so said William Arthur Ward, one of America’s most quoted writers. Albert...
When Love Came Down at Christmas
“Do everything in love”—1 Corinthians 16:14 (NIV).
One of the things I love about this time of the year is the music, including the hymns...
A Walk of Faith Begins with a Step of Faith
By Jerry Wiles
It’s a vivid memory for me the first time, that I know of, that I was responsible for someone else coming to...
God is Rich in Mercy
“As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches,...
Everyone has a Story to Share
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality”—Romans 12:13 (NIV).
While volunteering at our church’s Amazing Grace free clothes closet, I love...