Sometimes, a good illustration makes a key point in the hearers' mind, without needing to spell out the conclusion.
Author: M. Dennis
Who Are We Trying to Impress?
Do those who we are trying to impress love us, or even care about us? There is someone who does both!
None, Actually
Do you still hear or feel condemnation after accepting the salvation of Jesus Christ? You're not alone, and there is hope.
Modifying vs. Replacing
Have we been trying to keep something running for so long that we forget to consider that maybe we just need a new one?
Stopping vs. Pausing
If we can't stop our busy lifestyle, could we at least pause for a few minutes to do something better?
Why It’s OK to Take a Break for God
We may want to have quiet time with God, but what gives us the right to actually slow down long enough to do so?
Reminders – for us and for God
Do you ever remind God about His promises to you?
The Choice to Succeed
What if success is just a matter of participating in the right plan?
Why Me?
Do you ever ask God, "Why me?" David did, but he wasn't complaining.
The Promise of Prosperity for Posterity
By faith, we can celebrate blessings from God that aren't even for ourselves, and whose outcomes we won't get to experience here on earth.
Try Not to Underestimate God
If we don't think that we will amount to much, is that a reflection on ourselves, or our opinion of what God can do with our lives?
The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth
Sometimes, an abridged version of an important message just won't get the job done.
Preparing for God’s Presence
Are we prepared for God’s presence?
Proclaiming Reminders
Would we be willing to stand and proclaim our experiences with God, both to Him and to anyone else who would hear?
An Object of Remembrance
While we can't bring God to ourselves, how big of a deal is it to us that He made His presence available to us?
The City of Reminders
What can the result of years of waiting teach us about being patient for requests that seem to take forever?
Scared to Speak Up?
If you saw something heading for a bad accident, and could warn them, would you?
Water-Jet Cutting
Sometimes, our hearts, minds, and souls need some reshaping, but it's not always going to be fun.
Does Your God Pay Attention?
Can the things, persons, or entities in whom we put our trust deliver salvation for us when we're in an otherwise-hopeless situation?
When Criticism is Earned
We may not like unsolicited criticism, but is it always unwarranted?