Gifts we give each other are often good and loving expressions of the Holy Spirit moving in our hearts, but rarely are gifts truly perfect. In contrast, the name of Jesus—spoken, sung, prayed, or cried out on behalf of others—is a perfect gift, because it comes from the Father as...

“Your name is oil poured forth” Song of Solomon 1:3b. This is a spiritual picture of the name of Jesus, a fragrant name to believers. Like the alabaster box broken and poured out on Jesus by Mary of Bethany, His very name evokes such a response. Although many people over...

What are you doing toward Jesus, adding to our number daily those who are being saved? Do you live in a way to enjoy the favor of people around you? Do you have a glad and sincere heart, praising God? Are you willing, as the Apostle Paul, to become “all...

Have you ever been so overwhelmed that all you can do is cry uncontrollably? Was there ever a time you felt so lost and in desperate need of help, yet were too embarrassed to ask? The Bible tells us in James 5:16 to “confess our sins, pray for each other,...

We can find many things in life that will force us to complain. Have you ever tried keeping a gratitude journal? The point of writing down what we are grateful for is to stay focused on God’s blessings. It is meant to help elevate our mindset, keeping complaints out of...