There is no substitute for the glory and presence of God. Too often God’s beloved let things on this earth distract them, leading them to inadvertently substitute and serve other things above God. This is one of the devil’s strategies - to use the things of the earth to separate...

Sometimes when discouraged or troubled, we are encouraged through a friend, a pastor, or a worship service. At other times, we need to follow David’s example and strengthen ourselves in Yahweh. At the moment in history recorded in today’s verse, David, future King of Israel, chosen by God, hero of...

David, the shepherd boy and future king, knew both the joys and struggles of everyday life. But he knew that God is good and worthy of praise whether a moment is difficult or exuberant. He knew that there is no better way to submit to the Lord and commit to...

“… and all that is within me, bless His holy name!” (Psalm 103:1). We must bless God with our whole being, not just part-time, but at all times, even when we don't feel like it. Like the priests carrying the Ark into the Jordan, if we're not all in, nothing...

In a world that often challenges our faith, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and disheartened. The pressures of life, the constant temptations, and the increasing hostility toward godly values can make us question whether it's worth continuing to live wholeheartedly for God. But in Revelation 3:11, Jesus encourages us to...