The Essential Nature of Prayer
Jesus chose His new leaders in prayer. He was about to commit His entire future world-wide agenda to only a few men, so they had better be the right ones!
Malcolm Webber
Spiritual Life
Articles in this category focus on issues related to leading from union with the Father and building our spiritual life to increase our effectiveness as Christian leaders.
Malcolm Webber
Nothing I Suffer Surprises God
Trusting God means believing that even if the worst happens, God will be sufficient. Replacing “what if” with “even if” is one of the most liberating exchanges we can make. We trade our irrational fears of an uncertain future for the loving assurance of an unchanging God.
Vaneetha Rendall Risner
Enduring Well: Responsibility
In response to a negative situation, the lie says, “I can’t do anything about this.” In contrast, the truth says, “I may not be able to change everything, but here’s what I can do about this.” Even if it’s only a small thing at the time, internally taking responsibility, rather than simply resigning in despair, is the path of healthy [...]
Malcolm Webber
Enduring Well: Faith
The lie says, “This bad thing will never change and will only get worse.” This is unbelief and fear which, left unchecked, will destroy us. In contrast, the truth says, “God can do all things. There is nothing too hard for Him!”
Malcolm Webber
Enduring Well: True Perspective
The lie says, “What just happened is huge. It is the end of the world. Things are hopeless!” This is an overreaction. The truth says, “What just happened is bad but, in reality, it’s only a small thing. It’s not the end of the world. And, from the perspective of eternity, it’s nothing!”
Malcolm Webber
Enduring Well: Identity in Christ
The lie says, “I have failed. I am a failure.” This condemnation is always echoed by the devil’s voice internally and sometimes by the voices of other people around us. The truth, however, says, “I have failed. But I am in Christ and, by His grace, I will overcome!”
Malcolm Webber
How to Fight the Temptation to Fear in Times of Crisis
When we get to heaven, our grievous afflictions will seem light and momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory they have produced. This glory will be so great it is “beyond all comparison.”
Mark Altrogge
I Can Trust a God Who Has Suffered … and so Can You
Are you suffering today? Run to Jesus, your sympathetic High Priest. Unlike politicians, He really does feel your pain and He really can give you exactly what you need.
Stephen Altrogge
Enduring Well: Four Ways to Build Resilience
Transformation through suffering is not automatic. Sufferings do not automatically change us. It’s how we respond that counts. It is our response to adversity that determines whether it will help us or hurt us.
Malcolm Webber
The Cure for Worry
God’s peace is given to those who trust in Him and put into practice the Word of God.
Jay Temple
The Cost of Worry
“Why do you worry so much?” the exasperated husband asked his wife. “Don’t you know that it does no good?” His wife smiled and replied, “Actually, it does a lot of good. The things that I worry about never happen.”
Jay Temple
Don’t Give Up! – Part 3
Do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.
Malcolm Webber
The Cause of Worry
“Do not be anxious...” “Why are you anxious?” Five times in Matthew 6, Jesus raises the issue of anxiety, telling us that we are not to be anxious about what tomorrow holds. I know, easier said than done, especially in times like this.
Jay Temple
Don’t Give Up! – Part 2
In His love, God gives us incredible encouragement about our eternal future along with the privilege of following Him through the midst of refining fires now. It’s only the faith that does not run from the fire that will receive the glory.
Malcolm Webber
Don’t Give Up! – Part 1
This teaching is a must listen for those going through suffering!
Malcolm Webber
Ten Thousand Reasons for a Thousand Tongues Forever and Ever
When people are well-fed with a feast of the goodness of God, then they are well-served by their worship leaders, and well-prepared to stand and open their mouths to declare His praise.
Jamie Brown
Building a Connected Prayer Army
During this crisis that forces isolation, we must make sure to look beyond our quasi-connection with millions of people. Let’s make a real effort to foster a few strong individual connections. May God lead to safely help others without contributing to the transmission of the disease. Instead we want to let God lead us to contribute to [...]
Jim Brenneman
Responsibility – Doing Well in the Fire Video Series #4
This teaching looks at the third critical component of a good response to suffering one: Responsibility.
Malcolm Webber
Identity in Christ – Doing Well in the Fire Video Series #3
There are four critical components of a good response to suffering. The second component of enduring well is to know our identity in Christ.
Malcolm Webber
What a Glorious Time
As we remember our shared humanity, let us continue to unleash neighborly kindness, ridiculous generosity, and radical love.
Ray Chung