Praying Scripture
“Then Jesus told His disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” —Luke 18:1 “I just don’t know how to pray!” Have you ever heard someone say that? It’s interesting that a disciple…
More Power!
“But when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, you will be filled with power, and you will be witnesses for Me in Jerusalem, in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” —Acts 1:8 During World…
Prayer Wars
"This, then, is how you should pray: 'Our Father in heaven: May your holy name be honored; may your Kingdom come; may your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today the food we need…
“It’s My Calling!”
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are…
The Presidents’ Wives
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases…
In Perspective
Stu Weber, the author of Tender Warrior and a Special Forces Vietnam War veteran, published a powerful book in 2007 entitled Infinite Impact. This work is rich in topics that will speak to the experiences of military couples reading Excellent or Praiseworthy. Today’s devotional will address an aspect of war with which many are struggling—that of deployment and R & R.
Day 40: During Deployment “Love is a Covenant”
Where you go, I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God, my God. — Ruth 1:16 If you have seen the movie Fireproof, you know that close to the…
Day 39: During Deployment “Love Endures”
Love never fails. — 1 Corinthians 13:8 We have all known couples who have endured through all of the trials that life could send their way. We have also known couples who have crumbled at the first sign of trouble…
Day 38: During Deployment “Love Fulfills Dreams”
Delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart. — Psalm 37:4 We’re nearing the end of the 40 Day “Love Dare Challenge.” This dare, Day 38, is a particularly fun challenge. It’s fun…
Day 37: During Deployment “Love Agrees in Prayer”
If two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father. — Matthew 18:19 What if we told you that there was one thing that you could do which…