This week, arguably the greatest man who ever lived since the apostle Paul will be laid to rest. There is so much being written and talked about concerning all the things Billy Graham did. That is how it should be. But I’ve been thinking in the last few days about the...

Our God is a hospitable God. He extends tremendous hospitality to us (e.g. Psalm 23:5). He welcomes us into His presence when we come to Him through Jesus. It’s not like we have to clean ourselves up or make ourselves acceptable to come into His presence. And He loves...

I’m one of those people. You know the ones … despite years of evidence to the contrary regarding its effectiveness, still sharpening my pencil on January 1 and making a list of ways to improve myself in the coming year. This list often includes spiritual disciplines,...

I said “I do” to the woman of my dreams. I’m really, really, really glad that for some crazy reason, she reciprocated. Melissa and I met in the ministry—she was an Iowa farm girl who had been teaching second-graders in South Bend, Indiana. She answered a call to serve...

The following questions can be used as the basis for some important conversations with your spouse. Discuss both of your responses to each question, and mark those you’d like to set aside for additional consideration and prayer in the months to come.   CONVERSATION...

Five women testify that even when hearts are broken and messes are made, new beginnings are still possible by God’s grace. As Life Action ministers in churches, our team leaders notice patterns that span across denominational and ethnic lines—struggles which are...

We know that bringing up the topic of marriage touches on some of the most wonderful and most difficult aspects of life. We asked a few trusted friends throughout our ministry network to give perspective on some common questions.   Chad Williams Life Action Ministries...