Crosswalk.com - Spiritual Life

Out of Your Comfort Zone: Live the Life God Intends

Jack Graham — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Not only is Nehemiah's story a manual on leadership and organization, it shows us what God can do through one whose heart is completely His.

Thanksgiving: For Richer or Poorer

Shawn McEvoy — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Let us encourage you to take the love of Christ with you and accept the difficult challenge of bringing it to the wealthy this Thanksgiving. While you’re together, try to figure out a way your clan can come together to do something for the impoverished, too.

Cynicism is Not a Spiritual Gift?

David Burchett — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Recently I spotted a T-Shirt that conveys a sad truth. "I’m not cynical. I’m just experienced." I receive a pretty steady stream of correspondence from “experienced” Christians who are fighting cynicism.

Spiritual Depression

R.C. Sproul — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

What about spiritual depression? Is there help for those who experience a crisis of faith and feel abandoned by God? R.C. Sproul addresses this vital subject.

Be Thankful!

Cinde Lucas — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

I'll do my share of eating pumpkin pie and turkey. I may even watch a football game or two. But I also want to encourage all of us to spend real time thanking God for His goodness and His love.

Discuss Links for Spiritual Life

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Discuss Links for Spiritual Life

"Read Your Life Backward" - UpWords - Week of Nov. 27 - Dec. 3

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

God is working in you to help you want to do and be able to do what pleases him (Phil 2:13). Are you living in your sweet spot?

"The Passion Test" - From His Heart - Week of November 27

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:08:00 GMT

I have this against you, that you have left your first love (Rev. 2:4). Take the test, but be warned: it is convicting.

"Thankful in Trials" - Love Worth Finding - November 26

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:15:00 GMT

Give thanks unto the Lord, call upon His name, make known His deeds among the people (1 Chron. 16:8). Do you thank God for your next breath?

"True Thanksgiving" - Senior Living - November 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven (Matt. 5:12). Thanksgiving is not just a day, but a way of life.

"Beware of Affluenza" - Discover the Book - Nov. 24, 2009

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:15:00 GMT

Let them do good, that they be rich in good works (1 Tim. 6:18). If materialism is the poison, what's the antidote?

Early Relationships Influence Teen Pain and Depression

Jim Liebelt — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:06:00 GMT

According to a new study, insecure relationships in childhood increases teen pain and depression.

Orphan Lamb

Dr. Ray Pritchard — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:19:00 GMT

Yesterday on the radio we interviewed Ron Carlson who does lots of work in the area of apologetics. He mentioned that during a visit to New Zealand, he met some sheep ranchers who told him a most unusual story.

OYB November 26

Julie Ferwerda — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:06:00 GMT

Learn about Nebuchadnezzar's dream and what the statue represents. Was Neb. a type of antichrist? Also, Peter reminds overcomers--the more suffering for the sake of Christ, the more glory and rejoicing later!

Sleep May Limit Teens' Depression

Jim Liebelt — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:16:00 GMT

Depression in adolescents could be reduced or even prevented by more sleep.

OYB November 25

Julie Ferwerda — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:46:00 GMT

Why did Nebuchadnezzar search for Jews to serve in his courts? Learn interesting historical facts about the Babylonian and Persian Empires. And just who were the "spirits" that Jesus proclaimed to in prison? Were they the same ones He subjected after His resurrection? Find out...

10 Holiday Tips for the Working Woman

Gail Hayes — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 08:08:00 GMT

For the women handling business in and outside the home, the holidays can be a time of anxiety...

The Power of Rewriting Your Story

Dr. David Hawkins — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:13:00 GMT

We recognize that objects and money can be fleeting, and if we're too attached to them and they disappear, we're in for a world of hurt. But, what if we've become too attached to our own story? What if we unwittingly allow ourselves to become welded to a particular view of ourselves to the point of becoming immobilized?

Let Go of the Trigger

Shannon Perry — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Is there anything you need to let go of in this season of your life?

Carrie Prejean, Sexting, and a Lost Generation

Rebecca Hagelin — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

As Carrie Prejean continues to suffer, grow up, fall and stand back up in front of the entire world, parents should discuss with our own children the many truths that Carrie's drama reveals...

When Perfect and New Wears Off

Sandy Coughlin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:19:00 GMT

I remember the freshness of moving in, unpacking from the garage, having brand new things -- and feeling on top of the world...

How to Fan the Flame of Romance in Your Marriage

Bayless Conley — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:16:00 GMT

The Song of Solomon is all about romance in marriage. Among other things, it very clearly shows that God intends for sexual intimacy in marriage to be rich, exciting, and fulfilling...

Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Work

Os Hillman — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

In many cases, Christian-owned businesses look and act no different than secular companies. But God sees a very different purpose for business, because work and worship are the same to Him...

Thumos in the Bible

Paul Coughlin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:12:00 GMT

The Official Script makes people feel good as opposed to helping them become good.

Is Porn Really That Big of a Deal?

Dr. James Emery White — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

When it comes to porn, the question facing many men is simple: is it really wrong? Is it really that big of a deal?

Servant Leadership: Putting Principle into Practice

LeAnne Benfield Martin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:22:00 GMT

Most business leaders practice secular leadership models, which are based on using the people who work for you to get what you want. But other leaders are forging a new way by following an old path: the biblical leadership model based on Jesus' example of serving others.

Kutless Brings Back Worship on It Is Well

Matt Conner — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

It's interesting to note that for all their rock releases and the longevity of the Kutless name, it's a worship album from four years ago (Strong Tower) that still remains the BEC Recordings act’s best-selling album.

Our Worship and Our Fears

Tullian Tchividjian — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Studying through the book of Jonah, it occured to me that what we worship depends on what we fear the most. Behind everything you worship is some fear that, without this person or thing, you’d be lost. Life wouldn’t be worth living...

Christian Aerobics: Worship is Active

Cinde Lucas — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:11:00 GMT

Clearly, we have a part in being delivered and staying delivered. Worship is not a passive activity.

Kutless: Returning to Their Roots

Matt Conner — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Despite their rock and roll prowess, Kutless is a worship band at heart. So that should help explain why the Portland band's 2005 release Strong Tower just went Gold and why the five-piece is now releasing a second worship effort.

What Are We Singing: For the First Time Again

Eva Marie Everson — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:03:00 GMT

I recently heard a song that exemplified so many years of mine. For the First Time, Again speaks of a weary heart begging Jesus to help him feel as he had felt that first time of coming to his Lord.