But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Acts 1:8 (NIV) Imagine for a moment the disciples just before Pentecost. They had witnessed the incredible…

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:2-4 (NIV) Let’s be honest – no…

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, Ephesians 3:20 (NIV) Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a task God has called you to? Perhaps you’ve looked at the gifts He’s given…

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7a (NKJV) Have you ever felt that knot in your stomach when faced with a challenging ministry opportunity? Or that voice in your head whispering, “You’re not…

For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.” 2 Timothy 1:6 (NIV) Imagine for a moment that you’ve been given a small ember. It’s glowing and full of potential but needs your attention…