Practical Applications Archives

“I’ve tried to get out of debt and it never seems to work. How do I develop the discipline and stay motivated to get out of debt?”

Blowing it as a parent is something we will all do at some point or another. The question is, how will you handle it?

If you’ve considered fasting but are not sure about its purpose, looking to the Bible reveals some surprising stories concerning fasting...

The New Year's issue of a magazine captured my heart. The cover was a picture of newly fallen snow with one little pine sprig popping up in the...

The opportunity is ripe to help people with disabilities find their home in a local church. Here are five ways churches can reach out to and make...

I remember how angry I was, even at God. I had married the man he told me to marry, so why was I experiencing this pain?

The most fundamental lesson any child can learn about finances—even more important than saving—is the lesson of giving.

Your time is priceless, and your grandkids will thrive because of your willingness to snuggle with them or make their favorite pie. Here are six...

With one eye looking for guidance, and your other eye on who God might want you to mentor, don’t be surprised at the opportunities He gives you.

It wasn’t until God used events like my tough marriage, parenthood, a bankruptcy, and a failed business to reorient my life back to Him that I...

It’s that time of year again. We make resolutions because we want to bring change to bear on our circumstances. But what would a set of New Year’s...

If you could use some extra wiggle room in your budget, here are just a few ways to save money throughout the year.

This January, join hearts and hands and determine to start – and finish – this new year as a united team.

Through 20-years leading worship in the local church, as well as in larger, conference and event settings, the Holy Spirit has shaped my...

Why did Jesus create the church, and what is its function? More specifically, what should your local church be doing if it is going to fulfill its...