What unexpected moments will come your way today? People to respond to, problems to solve, places to serve: each one is an opportunity to display the servant heart of Jesus through your attitude, behavior, and words. Each one is an opportunity to catch a glimpse of how God is transforming your heart, and each one [...]

Paul’s desire was that others would see Christ through his life, whether living or dying. What about you? Is exalting God your goal and motivation? How would you live today if it were? Would your relationship with God change? Would you treat people differently? Would you spend more time with family, or do your job [...]

Jesus knew the power of prayer. It was prayer that kept Him connected with His Father. It was prayer that undergirded each decision. It was prayer that prepared Him to face the challenge of the cross. He prayed for Himself, for His disciples, for those who needed healing, and for those who cursed Him. His [...]

Where are you waiting on God’s direction? Perhaps a better question is, how are you waiting on God’s direction? Is your heart anxious, or are you confident in God? Is your mind filled with thoughts of performing well, or it is focused on exalting God? Once your heart is ready, and your mind is set [...]

Life is full of paradoxes for Christ-followers: serve to lead, the last are first, the least is the greatest, die to live, and lose to save. What do you stand to lose today by denying yourself and following Jesus? What do you stand to lose by serving others and exalting God instead of yourself? What [...]