From Our Hearts

TEEN TUESDAY DEVOTION: As a new school year begins, you’ll hang out more with your friends, which will give you the opportunity to argue. Here’s one thing I’d suggest to you about dealing with disagreements.

Put these 5 steps into place to help you plan your days with intention. You’ll be amazed at the positive changes in your use of time and the difference in the atmosphere of your home, especially on busy—and early—back-to-school mornings!

One small thing can be the first tiny move toward what James labels “friendship with the world.” That's why it's important we search our heart and consider our choices. Are they more godly or worldly?

Do you know what gifts God has uniquely gifted you with? Follow these to help you identify your giftedness and begin serving God and others!

God gives parents the job to prepare our children in their spiritual lives. We cannot leave this vital teaching to Sunday school teachers or youth group leaders . As parents, we must train our kids up in God's ways as much as possible.

How do you avoid the worry that comes with the temptation to give in to peer pressure or fear of rejection? It’s not easy, is it? We’ve all been there, and maybe we’re still there. But it doesn’t have to continue. There is hope and help.

DEVOTION: Do you find yourself buying more, doing more, stuffing your life with more ... yet you are still empty and restless? God has a cure. Because of the temporary nature of our possessions, Jesus tells us exactly where we should place our heart's focus.

DEVOTION: Are you in the habit of daily praying for your husband? If you're not sure where to begin, here are 3 prayers for your husband based on Scripture to get you started!

DEVOTION: Have you heard someone shout “The devil made me do it!” when trying to explain away a sin? Whether in jest or not, this is not exactly a true statement. In actuality, we can resist temptation and have victory over the flesh when we follow Jesus' example.

DEVOTION: A wife's mission of fulfilling God’s pattern for goodness in marriage is empowered by Him when we plan and practice goodness. Here's how we can do that.

DEVOTION: If today is “one of those days” you would rather forget, remember that God is available to you and He gives you the means to deal with hardship. 

DEVOTION: More times than not, your situation is out of your control, but it is always in God’s control. So rather than worry, choose to pray and put your hope into the loving hands of God.