Prison Beyond Walls When we think of prison, we often picture physical confinement within a jail cell. But imprisonment can take many forms that extend beyond locked doors and bars. People can become trapped by …
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Delivered from Death: Finding Hope in the Darkness of Addiction
A Story of Biblical Deliverance There is a story in Mark 5:1-20 of the Bible about a demon-possessed man whom Jesus delivered from certain death by casting out a legion of demons. Perhaps the reason …
Trust the Training
“Let God train you, for he is doing what any loving father does for his children. Whoever heard of a son who was never corrected?”— Hebrews 12:7 TLB The situations in your life might seem …
God Opens Doors of Opportunity That No One Can Shut
“I am the one who is holy and true, and I have the keys that belonged to David. When I open a door, no one can close it. And when I close a door, no one …
Overcoming Drug Addiction: Tips for Families
Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences. Overcoming drug addiction can be complicated and overwhelming. The stupefaction of learning that someone in your family is addicted …
In Your Darkest Hour: Finding Strength in Dark Times
When Jesus learned of the death of his cousin, John the Baptist, it was probably one of the darkest hours of His life. Saddened by the bad news, Jesus departed from the crowd to a deserted …