Bible Studies
Emergency Numbers
MAY BE DIALED DIRECT, NO OPERATOR ASSISTANCE IS NECESSARY When in sorrow, call John 14. When men fail you, call Psalm 27. If you want to be fruitful, call John 15. When you have sinned, […]
Articles by Trisha Smith
Christian Living
Essay on Christ
What is salvation? Salvation is the restoration of man’s relationship with God. Salvation happens when an individual is reconciled to God. The spiritual gap between God and man is bridged. The words “restore,” “reconcile,” and […]
Missions & Outreach
Creating a Circle of Love
Do’s and Don’ts of Christian Fundraising by Loren Cunningham There’s a circle of love even in Christian fundraising. Some basic dos and don’ts color this circle, but first consider five decisions that lead to […]
Missions & Outreach
Deciding To Go Checklist
It helps to make a checklist as you’re contemplating a short-term mission trip. For some of you, the trip is a new idea. For others, it’s been in mind for years. Whatever your situation, it […]
Bible Studies
An Easier Way to Study and Learn from the Bible
by Matt Dowdell I personally don’t have that big of a problem with understanding the Bible. There are times when I need help from others, but who doesn’t have trouble learning at times. There are […]
Christian Living
Have you ever felt alone?
by Trisha Bridges Smith Have you ever felt like there was something missing in your life? You have friends. You have money (a little anyway). But you’re not exactly happy with your life… Or maybe […]
Missions & Outreach
Fundraising Partnerships
Your Home Church Can be your Best Resource by Paul Borthwick When our church began thinking of short-term mission projects, we knew finances would be a major issue. At first, we wrestled with our philosophy […]
Christian Living
Christian Living
Having the Lord in Your Life
Author: Cathy Beddow Keener Having the Lord in your life means that you have peace and comfort in your heart as you walk down any pathway your life has to offer. It means you can […]
Evangelism
Learners, Servants, and Storytellers
by Tim Gibson ATTITUDE. It’s the most important aspect of the short-term mission experience. The right attitude has three parts – as you take ont he roles of learner, servant, and storyteller. Become a Learner […]
Evangelism
Good Relationships Aren’t Automatic
by Barry Hancock People on short-term mission trips are often impressed with the caliber of Christians they meet. But good relationships with career missionaries and national Christians aren’t automatic. Here are six tips to help […]
Devotions
Devotion: Philippians 2:10
Philippians 2:10 …that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth… In reading today’s verse you might be wondering what name we are studying. Today […]
Studies - Women of the Word
Women of the Word: Zipporah
Scripture References: Exodus 2:22, Exodus 4:18-20, Exodus 4:24-26, Exodus 18:1-6, Numbers 12:1 (possible reference) Name meaning: a little bird or sparrow Introduction: The wives of the men in the Bible are rarely mentioned, and even […]
Studies - Women of the Word
Women of the Word: Tamar
Scripture References: Genesis 38:6-30; Ruth 4:12; 1 Chronicles 2:4; Matthew 1:3 Name Meaning: a palm tree – the palm tree is the most valuable of Eastern trees, so the ideas of beauty and wealth are […]
Studies - Women of the Word
Women of the Word: Ruth
Scripture References: the book of Ruth, Matthew 1:5 Name Meaning: There are those who disagree with what the name Ruth means. Two different interpretations have been accepted: ‘reuth’ the word for “the act of seeing” […]