We like rules. They tell us when we are being good and when we are being bad, but Jesus has a bigger agenda for people of all ages ... His agenda is grace.
Loving God isn't a chore. It's what we were made to do and gives us more joy than we can imagine. It happens naturally for those who have a fresh daily encounter with Jesus. But how do we do that?
Parents protect their children as long as possible, but eventually we all must face the hurt and pain of a fallen world. One truth can make the difference if our hearts believe it: Jesus loves me!
Growing up doesn't mean bullying goes away. Regardless of our age, we all encounter pushy people who intimidate and threaten us. God has something to say to both the bully and their victims.
Do you know a prodigal? Are you a prodigal yourself? We are prone to wander away from Jesus, but fortunately He comes after us because He loves us. What is His message to those who have wandered?
God created everything in the universe to shout for joy and give glory to its Creator. If God made us for this, why is it often so difficult to do? And how can we get better at it?
Jesus tells us that there are three ways to pray, but only one is pleasing to God. Which category do your prayers usually fall in? You can only answer that question if you know what Jesus said.
People who don't believe in God tend like the statement, "God is love." And although that's true, we need to know more. God gives His ultimate definition of love in a way no one would have expected.
When something seems too good to be true, it probably is. That's why so often we are disappointed in our heroes. But there is one hero who has never fallen, and never will.
