Worry, the Coronavirus, and Corrie ten Boom on God’s Provision for Each Moment

By Randy Alcorn March 11, 2020

A friend recently shared the following from Corrie ten Boom. What she had to say about worry and God’s provision is wonderfully applicable today, especially with the fears over the coronavirus.

Greg Laurie on the Great Privilege of Being a Pastor

By Greg Laurie March 9, 2020

Over the years Greg Laurie has become a dear friend. He has written a powerful article about what it means to be a pastor—specifically the difficulties and privileges. Knowing Greg and having dear friends who are pastors, I can attest to the truth of this article. I hope it helps you to understand and pray for your pastors.

A Legacy of Trust Through Suffering, and God’s Promise to Make Up for the Heartbreaks of This Earth

By Randy Alcorn March 6, 2020

In my book Heaven, I share how years ago, Nanci read me letters we’d never before seen translated, written in 1920 by her grandmother Anna Swanson to her family in Sweden. Anna suffered severe health problems. While she was in Montana, cared for by relatives, her husband, Edwin, was in Oregon, working and caring for their seven children day and night.

Walking Through Cancer with a Loved One

By Randy Alcorn March 4, 2020

I recently had the privilege of visiting the Joni and Friends headquarters in Agoura Hills, California. While I was there, I was asked to record a few episodes for their podcast, including one about the journey Nanci and I have been on since her diagnosis with colon cancer in early 2018.  We talked about our relationship, hope, and practical ways to encourage those who are facing similar challenges.

Life Is Hard, But God Is Greater

By Jason Helveston March 2, 2020

Most of us don’t give focused thought to evil and suffering until we experience them. This forces us to formulate perspective on the fly, at a time when our thinking is muddled and we’re exhausted and consumed by pressing issues. Those of you who have “been there” will attest that it’s far better to think through suffering in advance.

How to Cultivate Courage

By Randy Alcorn February 28, 2020

In my experience, when I have followed the Lord step by step, He has provided the courage I needed in increments. He’s the one who tells us, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).  

If God Exists, Won’t He Need to Apologize to Us for Making Us Live in a World of Suffering?

By Doreen Button February 26, 2020

Those who choose to follow Jesus instead of their own path enjoy the peace and freedom of living the way He made us to live. And one day they will receive what they want most: life with Him on the New Earth where all the old bad stuff will be wiped away.

Four Reasons Christians Distinguish Between Happiness and Joy

By Randy Alcorn February 24, 2020

The idea that joy and happiness are synonyms can be radical to many readers. In response to a post I shared about happiness, a sincerely concerned person wrote me, “Joy, peace, and contentment do not equal happiness.” To some, the difference between the two words is as central as believing in the deity of Christ or the resurrection!

Keep Your Eyes on the Prize: Discipline, Endurance, and the Christian Life

By Randy Alcorn February 21, 2020

We’re called to a life of endurance empowered by Christ, and accompanied by joyful thanksgiving. Endurance requires patience, because reward for today’s right choices will come, but it may be months or years from now, or not until we leave this world.

How One Mom Prayed for Her Prodigal Child, and Her Encouragement for Other Parents

By Sharon Misenhimer February 19, 2020

Many people have experienced the pain of a child who has walked away from Jesus. The following article was written by a dear and godly friend of our ministry, in response to someone who asked how she prayed for her son throughout his years of wandering.