by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Colossians 1:10-14 Paul fervently desired that the body of Christ—individually and corporately—become spiritually mature. Knowing the Lord had planned for such growth

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Psalm 139 1-12 We all have periods in life when it seems as if God’s plan has stalled or jumped the track. Perhaps you’ve prayed a long time for something or someone,

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Psalm 37:1-9 In sports, construction, and travel, precision timing is essential. Rushing ahead of the plan could result in lost opportunities, future problems, or

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries 1 John 4:7-10 Is there someone in your life you’re struggling to love? In other words, is there a person for whom—despite your good intentions, effort, and awareness

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries John 14:21-24 If you ask a young man how he knows he’s in love with his girlfriend, there’s a good chance he won’t be able to explain but will simply say, “I just

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Hebrews 10:1-14 Anyone who has read through the book of Leviticus can’t help but notice the emphasis on sacrifices. There were prescribed animals for different kinds

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Jeremiah 32:17 During one of the most trying seasons of my life, I would sit by the fire with a dear friend and pour out my heart to him. Since this man was a good

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries 2 Peter 1:1-11 When I was a boy, my mother bought me a box of chocolate-covered cherries because she knew I loved them. The first one tasted so good that I soon wanted

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Many people act as if there’s no defense against temptation. With the first hint of desire, they immediately throw their hands up and give in

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Luke 14:7-11 Have you ever exalted yourself? It may not have involved choosing the best seat at a banquet, but perhaps you’ve let culture shape what you do. For example,

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Hebrews 12:1 In a race, what’s most important isn’t how one begins but how one finishes. Prizes are awarded only for crossing the finish line, not for great starts.

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Matthew 18:21-35 Conflict is a part of life. It may originate from misunderstandings, a difference of opinion, or deep convictions. But that discord often stems from

John 16:12-15 The ways of God are a mystery to man. Only when we have trusted in the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation and received the Holy Spirit can we begin to understand. The Spirit of God uses three

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries John 14:25-26 If you are going to take instruction from someone, you want to be certain that person is well qualified, right? It’s interesting, then, that so many

The book of revelation tells about the last days of this age; man’s age is almost over, as my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ will fulfill His promise to His people, to return and to rule and reign in our

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Christ’s resurrection is the foundation of our faith. There are many people who think it’s sufficient to believe that Jesus lived and died. However, the Savior’s

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Nehemiah 1:1-11 What’s your view of God? Do you see Him as the One who can handle every challenge you bring before Him? Nehemiah knew the Father in this way. On hearing

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Romans 6:14-18 Bookstores devote entire sections to self-help titles. However, the self-help concept is flawed, since people cannot get rid of their fleshly nature.

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries Psalm 5:11-12 The Scriptures are full of verses that speak of the enjoyment God’s people find in Him, and this sometimes leaves us wondering why our experience doesn’t

by Charles Stanley Intouch Ministries James 3:9-18 In all our daily choices, we either “sow to the flesh” or “sow to the Spirit” (Gal. 6:8). With our actions and thoughts, we plant seeds that affect what