Author
Rick Higgins
We have encountered situations that have been troublesome and have caused us frustration. As we reflect upon the reasons why we incurred so much difficulty we can see that many times there is something that we did not know or… Continue Reading →
The way we believe God views us is based upon a variety of circumstances including our upbringing and our current situation. The nation of Israel had rejected God and the prophet Zephaniah brought a message of judgment. After God’s chastening,… Continue Reading →
The history of mankind chronicles a battle between good and evil. The Bible identifies good as those individuals who walk in the light as opposed to evil as those who walk in the darkness. Those who follow God are engaged… Continue Reading →
When we’re experiencing a discouraging situation we have a tendency to spiral downward emotionally. It’s difficult to find hope when the situation appears to be hopeless. That’s how the nation of Israel felt after the fall of Jerusalem. The prophet… Continue Reading →
Extraordinary results come from ordinary people with uncommon discipline. Uncommon discipline leads to extraordinary results, but uncommon discipline seems in short supply. Discipline is often difficult at the onset, but for those who choose the way of discipline, they will… Continue Reading →
When we’re going through difficulties the question often arises, “Why me?” We believe that if we knew the reason why we are facing adversity that it would make us feel better. Job never knew the reason why he experienced adversity,… Continue Reading →
The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. attributed to Edmund Burke and John Stuart Mill The world is shocked and saddened by the horrific invasion of a sovereign nation by Putin…. Continue Reading →
It is crucial that we have a comprehensive view of personal development. Luke provides a pattern for our overall personal growth from the life of Jesus. And Jesus kept increasing in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and… Continue Reading →
A heartfelt desire among many people is the freedom of a clear conscience. A burdened conscience can prevent people from believing that they are accepted by God. Our conscience tells us that we may or may not be doing the… Continue Reading →
We are immersed in a world that appeals to our fleshly desires. The Apostle Paul taught us that we are not to battle in the flesh, but we must recognize our spiritual weapons: For though we walk in the flesh,… Continue Reading →
We must accept the fact that there seems to be too much to do. Life does not accommodate itself to our wishes or desires. When we embark on the futile attempt to get everything done, we are actually evading the… Continue Reading →
How do you spend your time? We have a tendency to gravitate to those tasks that are easy rather than those that are difficult. The difficult undertakings often prove to be most significant in the long run. The easy tasks… Continue Reading →
We all live under the same sky, but we don’t all have the same horizon. Konrad Adenauer I had the opportunity to visit the Swiss Alps and from my vantage point six countries can be seen on a clear day:… Continue Reading →
Are you aware of Satan’s strategy? Satan is prowling about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. The book of Genesis reveals how Satan introduced sin into the world. God created a beautiful environment, but lurking in the… Continue Reading →
Rich people have money – wealthy people have time. Money can be put into a bank and you can save it for the future. Time is different, once this moment is gone, it’s gone. I notice that as people get… Continue Reading →
