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One morning while I was reading my Bible, I came to a passage that really challenged me in my own spiritual growth: In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. Both of […]
Read From Jim’s heart for husbands…Encouraging Your Wife’s Spiritual Growth on Elizabeth & Jim George.
Ladies, you may already be pursuing God’s purpose in Titus 2:3-5, which we discussed in our last post. But as a follow-up, you might also want to ask yourself, “Who, not what, is my Purpose?” Am I faithfully serving those in my path who are part of my purpose—my family, my church, my co-workers and […]
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Are you experiencing a difficult problem in your life right now? Are you at a crossroad regarding a major decision? Are you struggling with issues you don’t have answers for? If yes, hear this promise from your heavenly Father: “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally […]
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There are many things we can do for our children-and teaching God’s Word is at the top of the list! If you love God and you’re a mother, find time in your busy schedule to teach God’s Word to your children. It will have value for salvation now and for eternity. Ruth Graham said of […]
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Whatever issue you’re facing today, whether it is a medical diagnosis or treatment, a physical limitation, a loss in your family, a difficult situation with a spouse or child or friend, a lack of finances … remember: God is faithful (1 Corinthians 10:13). Unfortunately, we are forgetful people. So it helps to purposefully and […]
Contentment is a wonderful state to be in, and Psalm 84:11 tells us why we can be content … no matter what: For the Lord God is a sun and shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold From those who walk uprightly. Reason #1—God is your sun. You have His provision. […]
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God is able to use a man who is willing to do whatever He says. By this I mean a person who listens to and obeys Him. We see confirmation of this in the Bible… –The apostle Paul was asked to get up—and spread the gospel. –Abraham was asked to give up—to sacrifice his son Isaac up to […]
Read From Jim’s Heart—Saying Yes to God on Elizabeth & Jim George.
How often do you take time to pause and revel in how faithful God has been to you? Remembering God’s unceasing care for you reminds you that He will carry you through every situation in life, no matter how bad. It was God’s faithfulness in adversity that led King David to write, “I waited patiently […]
___Purpose to follow God’s ways all day long. Start with prayer. ___Purpose to do His will every minute. Yes, even with those phone calls you’d rather not take, the meetings you’d rather skip, the meals you’d rather not cook. ___Purpose to stay alert to God as you go about your day. Check in with Him when […]
What would you do in an emergency? In a disaster? I had the opportunity to find out when a killer earthquake struck our home in California. It was early in the morning, and I was home alone when the ground began to buckle and crack beneath my bare feet. I panicked as I raced for […]
The choices you make as a wife make all the difference. But the good news is that, as God’s child you have the indwelling Holy Spirit. He will produce in you His fruit of the Spirit as you walk in obedience to Him. You can oh-so-subtly slip into nagging, whining, complaining, arguing, and criticizing until, […]
Have you ever felt like your life is scattered, as if you’re going in ten different directions at once? Do you ever wish your life was more focused? If there’s one key lesson we can learn from the apostle Paul, it’s the value of discipline. All his energies were passionately channeled in one direction—toward winning a “crown that will last forever” (I […]
Read From Jim’s Heart–The Key to Focus on Elizabeth & Jim George.
Do you ever think about the fact that God knows, in advance, everything that will happen? That means there is nothing that takes God by surprise – even the difficult crises in your life. So when you find yourself worried about tomorrow, lift your cares up to the Lord. He already knows the future, and […]
Read From Jim’s Heart – Faithful God on Elizabeth & Jim George.
More than a billion Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year. And yet a lot of moms aren’t feeling the love. Sadly, love is a quality often misunderstood. It’s easy to confuse it with a physical desire for your spouse or a lavish covering of praise by your children or friends. Yet those versions can […]
When you consider the extraordinary ways God worked through men such as Moses and Paul, you may think, I can’t measure up to people like them. I don’t have what they had. But you must realize that these “heroes” of the faith were just common, ordinary people. It was their obedience — their complete yieldedness to God […]
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Your home should be an absolute joy for every family member! I’ve learned to smile—and laugh—a lot. When my girls were little, we’d check out silly riddle books from the library and then laugh and roll on the floor as we read them. Try it! I also use the words “I love” freely. “I love […]
“If I can just get home, everything will be okay!” Wouldn’t it be great if every member of your family knew there was one place where everything will be all right? Your home should—and can be—a place of refuge. A place for healing. A place for renewal. Look around your house or apartment… inside and out. […]
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As you look at the world and its sin and evil, don’t conclude or think God doesn’t care about what’s going on. Or that He isn’t capable of dealing with it or in control. God does care, and He is capable of doing whatever He wants—but in His timing. Hear what God told Moses with […]
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her… Ephesians 5:25 To be honest, I can’t remember much about my wedding or what was said during the ceremony—it’s all a blur in my mind. I do, however, remember coming into the church from a side entrance with the […]
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Christmas is right around the corner! Are you dreading all the work? All the cooking? Serving all those people? And what about all the clean up?! Serving is a simple and noble assignment. And it is perhaps the most obvious sign of Christlike maturity. Whenever you are serving others—whether it’s Christmas Day or every […]
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Do you wonder what to pray about or how to get started? Here are a few tried and true suggestions. Start with God first: “Lord, thank You for loving me. I look around in amazement at Your lovely creation. Thank You for Your sacrifice so I can know You.” Consider your relationship with Him: “Lord, […]
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There is no greater example of loving service than that seen in a mother. It’s remarkable the great sacrifice a mom makes for her children when they’re feeling sick or struggling with something in their life. The apostle Paul served with this kind of love. In his letter to the Christians in Thessalonica, he wrote, […]
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I don’t want to oversimplify this, but how we use our mind is our choice. To decide to use your mind to know God, learn His Word, study His truths, and trust His promises requires perseverance and discipline. Living out God’s plan for your life requires that you use godly thinking, wisdom, and guidelines. Matthew […]
Here are a few questions about your spiritual growth: Do you want to be a strong, maturing man of God? Then take care of your first priority, which is to develop a closer relationship with God. Do you want to be a great husband? Through your time spent with God and in His Word, you will find […]
Read From Jim’s Heart—The Impact of Spiritual Growth on Elizabeth & Jim George.
Crisis is a fact of life. It’s not a matter of if, but when the next one will hit. This is not morbid introspection; it’s just the reality of living in a sinful and chaotic world. So the question you as a couple need to address is this: How are you going to respond to each new crisis as it comes? Roman 8:28 comes […]
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Praying for your children is the most powerful way you can care for them. Most times your heart will naturally overflow in prayer for them. And even when they’re causing trouble or your patience is wearing thin, a quick prayer will calm your nerves and soothe your children. You’ll be amazed at the huge difference […]
Do you have a best girl friend or two, or perhaps a sister who you can call a best friend? You probably do. And can you think of the many things you do for and with a best friend? Your list is probably like mine—you pray for her, phone her, send her cards and notes […]
Do you ever wonder, What exactly does it mean that we are made in God’s image? God created a perfect world, and He created man perfect in His own image. For reasons we cannot understand, God allowed sin to both mar His creation and distort His image in man. But all through the Bible we see that […]
FROM JIM’S HEART— If you are married, you have one of the greatest of all opportunities—that of leaving a lasting legacy to your wife and children. Dear brother, to do this you must impart to your sweet wife a strong spiritual foundation that equips her to handle whatever the future holds. That means you must […]
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You can pray to God at any time, day or night. God never sleeps and is always available (Psalm 121:3). His ears are always open to the righteous, and He hears their prayers (1 Peter 3:12). But do you ever wonder, “Is there a correct or proper place to pray?” True believers with clean hearts can approach God anywhere […]
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One thousand years before Jesus came to earth, King Solomon gave his understanding of what is needed to receive guidance from God. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 Solomon said […]
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No matter what you’re facing, embrace life in trust and contentment based on your faith in Jesus. What situation do you face today? Has someone you love fallen sick? Are you concerned about your child’s behavior? Do you hold on to a hurt from the past? Just as Christ’s strength is sufficient for all you […]
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The world is full of people who have a low “self-image” or have a “poor me” attitude. You, too, have probably been tempted to give in to such thinking. But God gives you a sure remedy. Through His Word, God’s message to your heart is to constantly remember what He’s done for you through and in His Son, […]
When it comes to shaping the entire future of a child’s life and influencing his or her eternal destiny, I hope you feel the gravity of your obligation to God… and to your children. Here are some steps for getting started. They’re simple, and they will require a lot from you, but the rewards are well worth it! Start […]
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In football a “huddle” is used to tell players what the next play will be. Imagine such a huddle of two—a seasoned coach, the apostle Paul, and a young player, timid Timothy. Perhaps with his arm affectionately around young Timothy’s shoulders, the aged Paul tells his protégé exactly how to handle the battles he’s encountering in ministry (1 Timothy 1:18-19): […]
From Jim’s Heart— L ove your wife unconditionally. Your love cannot be cause-and-effect in nature, with an attitude of “if she does this, I’ll do that.” Love does not keep records (1 Corinthians 13:5). It gives, expecting nothing in return. O rder your priorities. Next to your love for God, you are to love your wife. She […]
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Perhaps more prevalent in our lives than frightening reasons to panic are sources of pressure. We never seem to have enough time—pressure! We want to do well as a spouse and a parent—pressure! We are called to be good stewards of finances and effective managers of a home—pressure! Jobs, friendships, responsibilities to aging parents, health […]
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Ananias is a classic example of a man who displayed obedience in the midst of a difficult situation. As a result, he had great influence. The details of his obedience are found right in the middle of the story of Paul’s conversion… Now there was a certain disciple at Damascus named Ananias; and to him […]
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What do your calendar, “to do” list, weekly commitments—and even your checkbook register—say about you? What do they suggest about your walk with God? About your priorities? Take a look. Is what you see based on solid priorities you believe in, or on the desires and whims formulated by what you see and hear via people and […]
You have a calling. Did you realize that? God’s first and highest calling on your life is to Himself. So seek to draw close to Him in all ways and seek His transforming love. What’s in your heart affects your behavior, and God asks that your actions represent your relationship with Him. The Bible says […]
Aside from Paul’s consistent theme of salvation by grace through faith (see Ephesians 2:8-9 and Titus 3:5), his teachings on the church are one of the most dominant subjects in his writings. That should serve as a clue that, as men after God’s own heart and as men who desire to fulfill all of God’s […]
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For almost 30 years we lived in Los Angeles—a city that never sleeps. It doesn’t matter what time you are out and about, the roads, the streets, and the freeways are always packed with cars and people. This dark-to-dark scenario is repeated for millions of people in cities around the world. Whether we like it or not, or […]
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Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. {Matthew 6:34} With these words of commonsense wisdom, Jesus reduces our responsibilities to those of today … and today only. He forces our focus from the panorama view of the mountain range of all […]
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Peace! A heart at rest. Serenity. This is what the whole world is looking for, isn’t it? The worldly kind of peace is defined as life without conflict. But the peace of God is vastly different. It is tranquility … in any, all, and every circumstance. And it’s something God extends to you. As a child of God, you don’t have […]
Can you imagine not having cell service? For most people, this would be the world’s greatest nightmare. It would be like solitary confinement in a prison cell with four walls and no windows. It’s almost too horrible to think about. But, that’s exactly what Elizabeth and I face every time we drive up to our […]
It’s one thing to read about prayer, to talk about prayer, to dream about being a man or woman of prayer. But, it’s quite another thing to actually pray! Here’s a thought I want you to consider, “He who has learned how to pray has learned the greatest secret of a holy and a happy […]
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How can we find help for dealing with the hectic pace of life? This powerful promise provides the answer: Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28). What was it that moved Jesus to reach out and make this reassuring statement? A quick answer is that the religious leaders […]
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