Author
Rick Higgins
Have you ever seen someone and thought, “It would be great if they were a Christian”? We often focus upon those characteristics that make a person successful. We consider the person’s talents and abilities. We look at their resume and… Continue Reading →
God’s ultimate answer to suffering isn’t an explanation; it’s the incarnation. Many times when we encounter suffering we want to know why? I am learning the better question to ask is, “Lord, what do you want me to learn from… Continue Reading →
What are our responsibilities toward others? Many of us probably think of the golden rule – do unto others as you would have them do unto you. The golden rule is important, but it’s essential that we have the right… Continue Reading →
A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World by Paul Miller is an autobiographical journey of the author’s prayer life as he reveals how he was able to learn how to pray through the adversities of life. The… Continue Reading →
Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm. Publilius Syrus Storms are an inevitable part of life. We do not like facing the storms, but they have a way of testing and refining us. As I write this… Continue Reading →
We face situations in which it seems that the demands of life exceed our available resources. During those times we may become concerned and seek to play it safe with our resources so that we can face the uncertainties before… Continue Reading →
It is in the desert of Sinai that you find the mountain of God. The Israelites had escaped Egypt and were now in the desert. The desert can be an inhospitable place and the fledgling nation was facing a number… Continue Reading →
A common desire I often hear from people is, “How can I know God’s will?” Many people have a heart felt desire to know God’s will; however, it seems elusive. This problem is not unique to us as the Apostle… Continue Reading →
Faith must be tested, because it can only become your intimate possession through conflict. Oswald Chambers We want to have faith, but we can be reluctant to go through the trials that make it real in our lives. Oswald Chambers… Continue Reading →
The right way can be difficult to discern at times. There are many ways that seem to be the right way; however, their path leads to destruction. Solomon revealed this truth many years ago, There is a way which seems… Continue Reading →
You are free to choose, but you are not free from the consequences of your choice. It’s a blessing to have the opportunity to make choices; however, we must realize that we are also responsible for the consequences of our… Continue Reading →
If you are a parent, you realize the enormous responsibility of raising a child. We usually think of taking care of our children physically, but we also have a responsibility of nurturing them emotionally and spiritually. You take a test… Continue Reading →
No one was ever wise by chance. Seneca Every day we are surrounded by countless opportunities to acquire wisdom – if we have eyes to see and learn. Seneca teaches us that with the right attitude and disciplined intentionality you… Continue Reading →
What comes to your mind when you think of discipline? Many of us tend to look at discipline as an unwanted, but necessary aspect of life. It’s something we need to do, but don’t necessarily want to do. The author… Continue Reading →
1. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. (Hebrews 12:11) 2. The road of discipline leads to a rewarding destination…. Continue Reading →
