Crosswalk.com - Spiritual Life

The Courage to Speak the Truth in Love

Thor Tolo — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:36:00 GMT

She looked sad and entirely disinterested in the growing band of counter-protestors gathering about a quarter mile away, across the street from the police protected perimeter of social conservatives and evangelicals. “Can’t park here so leave me alone,” she said flatly, correctly assuming I was there to join the protest of last Friday’s National Day of Silence...

Mother's Day: A Chance to Work on Our Presumptions

Charles R. Swindoll — Thu, 08 May 2008 05:36:00 GMT

If there's one attitude families are guilty of more than any other when it comes to mothers, it's presumption... taking them for granted... being nearly blind to the load moms carry.

Miracle Children and the Mothers Who Shaped Them

Rebekah Montgomery — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Most mothers believe their children are special but some stand out for another reason. Before conception, angels notified their mothers-to-be that their baby was a child of promise. Let’s look at what made those children unique and the mothers who were charged with bringing the promise to bear.

You've Come to Christ. Now What?

Whitney Hopler — Tue, 06 May 2008 05:27:00 GMT

Living the Christian life can seem overwhelming at first. If you take it one step at a time, though, you'll grow in your faith.

Is God for Us or for Himself?

John Piper — Mon, 05 May 2008 05:24:00 GMT

I would like to try to persuade you that the chief end of God is to glorify God and enjoy Himself forever. Or to put it another way: the chief end of God is to enjoy glorifying Himself.

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Encouragement for Today - May 9, 2008

Fri, 09 May 2008 05:40:00 GMT

Mother of the Year Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her (Prov. 31:28). My efforts to become this ideal woman can leave me grieved and depressed.

Living Free - May 8, 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 05:48:00 GMT

Wherever We Go This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged (Joshua 1:9). We have all experienced fear and discouragement at times...

Crosswalk the Devotional - May 7, 2008

Wed, 07 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Is Suffering Inevitable? It is better... that you suffer for doing what is right rather than for doing what is wrong (1 Peter 3:17). We all have pains and problems.

HomeWord - May 6, 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 05:05:00 GMT

Love God with Your Mind This is the first and greatest commandment (Matt. 22:37). Loving God with our minds isn't as intimidating as it first appears.

Leading The Way - Week of May 5

Mon, 05 May 2008 05:02:00 GMT

God's Grace was in the Beginning ...in order that in the coming ages He might show the incomparable riches of His grace (Eph. 2:7). Grace is the second chance we did not expect.

My Mother's Final Lesson Was Forgiveness

David Burchett — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:06:00 GMT

This will be the second Mother’s Day since my Mom died. This is a piece that I wrote right after her death. It is a story of incredible grace and redemption. I pray that it will encourage some of you who have a difficult relationship with your Mom.

Friday Frolic of Talk

Eric Hogue — Fri, 09 May 2008 04:13:00 GMT

Today we take a look at a dilemma; Evangelicals are growing environmentally concerned, but should that concern impact the production of food for the country and the world? Then, family talk - when do you let your teenage daughter spent the weekend with her boyfriend and his parents?

Idol Chatter: Jason Castro Cast Out

Laura MacCorkle — Thu, 08 May 2008 07:03:00 GMT

“Do the right thing.” That’s what American Idol Season 7 voters FINALLY did last night, when Jason Castro was eliminated from the competition. See what Coworker Chad and I have to say about that, as well as who we think will be the last ones standing in the finale.

Idol Chatter: Competition or Conspiracy?

Laura MacCorkle — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:08:00 GMT

Is the truth really out there? Coworker Chad and I are beginning to wonder. Seriously. Especially after last night’s strange performances on American Idol Season 7 (classics from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) and the judges’'corresponding, conveniently too-harsh or not-too-harsh comments.

Irony Man

Jerry Bowyer — Wed, 07 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Yes, I loved it. I've got an Y-chromosome, what do you expect? He is a man wrapped in a robot, wrapped in a missile. Oh, and he shoots lightning. He kills terrorists. He saves children. According to CNBC, Americans paid over one hundred million dollars in one weekend to see Iron Man do all that stuff.

Your Mother-Daughter Relationship: Imperfect Makes Perfect

Nicole Whitacre — Thu, 08 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Perhaps a little question occasionally rings the doorbell of your mind: "How did I end up being related to her?" The answer: God set it up that way.

Every Mother’s a Working Mother

Barbara Curtis — Tue, 06 May 2008 06:05:00 GMT

While motherhood can look easy, the irony is this: while lots of important people in important places conduct important business every day, the truly most important work in the world is going on at home, where the CEO is mommy...

Gender Roles in Marriage: What it Means to Lead and Follow

Paul Coughlin — Sat, 03 May 2008 05:53:00 GMT

In dancing, as in marriage, the roles of men leading and women supporting - if properly executed - give the impression that there are no roles at all. What you witness is the fruit of their abilities, which is delicious.

Combating Loneliness

Sandy Coughlin — Thu, 01 May 2008 06:57:00 GMT

We’ve become a less social society since the 1950’s. How can we turn this trend around and find genuine relief from loneliness?

When God is Silent

Paula Moldenhauer — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Have you surrendered to God and accepted a cross in life -- something really hard -- only to feel forgotten?

Getting Caught Off Guard

Kenny Luck — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:59:00 GMT

God’s man is duty bound to integrate the intel God has provided.

Better Luck Next Time for “Iron Man”

Christian Hamaker — Mon, 05 May 2008 05:01:00 GMT

During a preview screening, squeals upon the first full look at Iron Man were a resounding signal as to what the audience had come to see—not Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark. No, this man of steel—"titanium alloy" Stark specifies—is the star of the show.

How Can We Resist Temptation?

Cliff Young — Fri, 02 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Do all singles struggle with the temptation of physical desires? For those of you who don’t struggle with this temptation, Praise God! For the rest of us, the Bible provides practical instruction and lessons on how we may be able to handle this and other temptations.

Still Selling Typewriters?

Dan Miller — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:46:00 GMT

Are you using business principles that were effective 20 years ago - but are dreadfully out of date today?

Sonic Boom!

Kenny Luck — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:55:00 GMT

As I work with men, they tell me about their battles to break through the inward spiritual barrier of loyalty to Christ. It brings to mind the story of Chuck Yeager and the sound barrier.

Worship Matters

Bob Kauflin — Wed, 07 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

In Worship Matters, pastor and songwriter Bob Kauflin skillfully instructs fellow pastors, musicians, and worship leaders to root corporate worship in unchanging scriptural principles rather than divisive cultural trends. Read an excerpt.

The Doxology: A Song of Praise

Eva Marie Everson — Sat, 03 May 2008 05:40:00 GMT

There is a supremacy and a need to render to the Lord that which belongs solely to Him: our praise, our honor, and our worship. In doing so, we glorify Him.

Toward a Philosophy of Worship

Paul Dean — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:43:00 GMT

According to the New Testament, all of life is worship. The impetus and goal of all that we do is worship. In other words, the more we worship God, the more we are compelled to glorify Him, advance the gospel, and serve others. Then, as we seek to advance the gospel, the goal is that persons come to know Christ and glorify God for His mercy (Rom. 15:9).

Jami Smith Gently Rocks with Faith in You

Kevan Breitinger — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

It’s great to welcome back Jami Smith with her sixth studio album, a thirteen track collection of thoughtful, artful vertical songs—plus two bonus tracks. Worship lovers who like their rock gentle will adore this offering.

Born to Worship Commemorates Kelly’s Freedom

Kevan Breitinger — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Sarah Kelly indicates that Born to Worship chronicles her journey away from “self-hatred and abuse.” It is because of this release that she is worshipping in true freedom, and many of the new songs commemorate just that.