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On every trip, decisions are made. Along the road of life, we inevitably face intersections and decisions about which way to go. It is at those moments that we must live by faith, asking God for wisdom and believing that He will never lead in the wrong direction. It is our hope that each article on the blog will encourage you to keep enjoying the journey…and look for Jesus along the way.

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Divine Design: The Heart-Tongue Connection

Divine Design: The Heart-Tongue Connection “If we had a creator, I would have to say that the creator is pretty stupid.” That quote was recently made by a celebrity astrophysicist. What an insulting statement! I admit, I did not even like repeating that statement in written form, much less saying it with authority as he…

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Changing Seasons of Life

The last few months have been some of the most blessed and some of the most challenging of my life. I don’t understand how those...
Shortly before passing, David Brainerd wrote to his brother, "I would not have spent my life otherwise for the whole world." David Brainerd native Americans, missionaries

Christians You Should Know: David Brainerd

“In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and...
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Christians You Should Know: Billy Sunday

“O fear the Lord, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him. The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but...
Dr. Bob Sanders Guest Post

Being the Right Choice by Bob Sanders

Evangelist Bob Sanders is a true servant of the Lord. He has a heart for the Lord's work and continues to encourage our ministry. We...
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Christians You Should Know: George Müller

“I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.” –...
Motivations for Obedience

Four Motivations for Obedience by Dr. Charles Keen

Four Motivations for Obedience As we study the Scriptures, we note an ascending order of motivations behind obedience. Our motive for obedience escalates as our...
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Christians You Should Know: William Booth

“Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may...
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A Personal Word About My Dad and Our Home Church

For the last thirty-three years my dad has faithfully served as the pastor of Cranberry Baptist Church in Beckley, West Virginia. He and my mother...
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Christians You Should Know: Anna and Susan Warner

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”...
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The Growth of a Sermon

A preacher’s sermon should simply be an organized expression of a biblical message. The right kind of preaching will not be rooted in a man’s...
While many know him for his famous hymns and carols, many of Wesley's greatest writings were not published. Charles was in the habit of addressing some hymns and poems to those he respected. In fact, the great George Whitefield often quoted Wesley's hymns in his journal entries. The two men were strong friends and encouraged each other frequently throughout the years.

Christians You Should Know: Charles Wesley

“Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things...
Peter Marshall's preaching, prayers, and counsel encouraged and guided many of America's leaders through those dark times of trouble during WW2. Picture leads to an article about Peter Marshall

Christians You Should Know: Peter Marshall

“Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little...
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60 Day Prayer Plan by Pastor Steve Rebert

Not long ago, it was my privilege to preach at a revival meeting in Winchester, VA. From the very first service, it was evident that...
The story and life of Amy Carmichael seem to be almost forgotten among young Christians today. The Lord used this remarkable woman of faith in tremendous ways.

Christians You Should Know: Amy Carmichael

“For with God nothing shall be impossible.” – Luke 1:37 A Snapshot of the Life of Amy Carmichael: Born: Dec. 16, 1867 - Millisle, Northern Ireland...
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Moody’s Great Impact Upon My Life by Bob Crichton

”For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”...
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God’s Timing and the Next Step

Eight years ago God began stirring in my heart about the evangelistic work He has now given us to do. The Holy Spirit led in...
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7 Reminders for Ministry Workers

Do you remember why you first got into the Lord's work? In the early days of our Christian service there was a beautiful humility and...
Adoniram Judson was no ordinary man. He was a pioneer in the work of modern missions. His remarkable perseverance despite insurmountable odds and heartache testify of a power that was not from within - God enabled Judson for the task He had for him. Indeed, his life testifies that "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me" (Philippians 4:13). The power of God on an obedient servant is limitless. Yet, let us not forget Christ's warning: "for without me ye can do nothing" (John 15:5). 

Christians You Should Know: Adoniram Judson

"That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what...