Make the most of what you have

What Do You Have?

The “if only” mindset focuses on what we lack. Instead, believers and churches can recognize the resources already in their hands, give them to God, and trust him to multiply them.

September 15, 2026

David Faust

Perspective and Priority

Two Parables

Two memorable parables explore the power of perspective and the danger of misplaced priorities, challenging readers to consider what they look for—and what worthwhile pursuits might cause them to neglect.

obesity in the church

Obesity in the Church

Tyler McKenzie explores obesity, body insecurity, and Christian stewardship, calling believers to recover a biblical theology of the body rooted in creation, self-control, and resurrection hope.

scam savvy

Phishers of Men

Scammers use urgency, secrecy, and fake stories to steal money and information. David Faust shares practical “scam savvy” steps—and warns of spiritual fraud using Scripture’s signs of danger.

Serving God through the dark nights

Ministering by Night

David Faust reflects on sleepless nights and Psalm 134’s call to “minister by night.” He offers biblical encouragement for loneliness and disappointment, plus three practical “night lights” for serving God until rejoicing comes in the morning.

A friend loves at all times

True Friends

Proverbs 17:17 sums up well the work of true friends: “A friend loves at all times.” The love of true friends is expressed in a variety of ways. This editorial identifies some of them.

Stronger as You Go

Things highly valued in this world (financial security, physical health, pleasure, and entertainment) can’t fill the void. Our souls yearn “for the courts of the Lord” and the living God who meets us there.

Empty

On the third day after he suffered and died, Jesus vacated that place of death and he will never return. We continue our worship with a picture of the promise God has in store for every believer.

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