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Don’t Feel Like Cranking

March 7, 2020 Martin Wiles Depression, Dying to Self, Fire Starters

For six years—except when the battery died—she had cranked…but not now. During a cold snap in December, I noticed the key proved difficult to slide in and out of the ignition of my old Ford

Mad Glasses

January 28, 2020 Michelle Heed Dying to Self, Faith, Fire Starters

I was mad and felt used. A kid was stealing MY mangoes from MY tree. This happens regularly, but this time differed. The child was lightning-quick and was dressed in black—almost imp-like. As I worked

Is Your Heart In the Safest Place?

October 2, 2019 Jean Wilund Blog, Dying to Self, Fire Starters, God's Glory, hope, Hope for tomorrow, inspire a fire, Worship

Is your heart unsettled, longing for safety? It took me two planes and an Uber ride, but I discovered the Truths that led me into the safety of God’s will and into true joy and rest in Christ. by Jean Wilund

Is your heart unsettled, longing for the safest place? It took me two planes and an Uber ride, but I discovered the Truths that led me into the safety of God’s will and into true joy and rest in Him through worship.

The Warmth of a Walk

January 5, 2019 Martin Wiles Dying to Self, Fire Starters, Relationships

When the cool evening breezes were blowing, the man and his wife heard the Lord God walking about in the garden. So they hid from the Lord God among the trees. Genesis 3:8 NLT Finally, I had reached the age

God Can Be Trusted

November 7, 2018 Rhett Wilson discipleship, Dying to Self, Faith, Fire Starters, God's Glory, God's Sovereignty, Trust

God can be trusted even when we don’t understand His plan. When your husband unexpectedly loses his job. When the doctor’s report negatively surprises you. When the election results aren’t what you hoped. When your

Trusting God for the Next Step

August 8, 2018 Rhett Wilson discipleship, Dying to Self, Faith, Family, Father's Voice, Fire Starters, Prayer, Testimony

God provided in an unusual way. The summer following college graduation, while preparing for seminary, I worked as children’s minister. God would challenge me in the coming years to learn to trust Him financially step

Loving a Neighbor

May 5, 2018 Martin Wiles Dying to Self, Giving, Love, Love Offering

The second is equally important: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Mark 12:31 NLT The note clung tightly to the storm door, held there by a piece of strong tape used by the delivery person. The

Dog on a Foot

April 7, 2018 Martin Wiles Dying to Self, Inspiration, Worship

Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. Luke 10:39 NLT Of all the stores my grandfather delivered ice cream to, one held a special place in my heart—even as

In Him

April 5, 2018 Josh Clevenger Devotions, discipleship, Dying to Self, Faith, Family, Fire Starters, Freedom in Christ, Josh Clevenger Ministries, Prayer, Relationships, Testimony

But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. Ephesians 2:1 NKJV The earth shook as the giant called Goliath stepped onto the battle

When It’s Okay to Criticize

February 9, 2018 Jeanette Levellie Dying to Self, Fire Starters, Jeanette Levellie, Love, Relationships

In his famous devotional booklet My Utmost for His Highest, author Oswald Chambers tells us when it’s okay to criticize: NEVER. Ouch! I yield far too often to this habit, mostly in my thoughts. But Mr. Chamber’s words encourage