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- Why Did Jesus Get Baptized?
The question asking, “Why did Jesus get baptized,” is a common question in the minds of new believers and perhaps some long-time believers as well. Jesus answered that question when He spoke to John the Baptist.… - The Last Shall Be First
Have you ever asked, “Why should a person on his deathbed, one who dedicated his whole life to crime and living it up while others suffered, get to go to heaven?” The Bible answers that very question. … - Everyone Deserves a Second Chance
Have you ever heard, “I can forgive but never forget?” True reconciliation never focuses on the rearview mirror of life; instead, it focuses on the possibilities of the open road ahead.… - Comedian Sarah Silverman: ‘There is No Hell; No God’
Comedian Sarah Silverman promises her listeners there is no hell and no God. How wrong she is! … - Persistence in Prayer
We live in an upside-down world, and for many living in the United States, that reality became up close and personal as violence ensued in the nation’s capital. What the world needs is for the church to be in a state of persistent prayer.… - God Will Lead You Through Any Challenge
Is God leading you in a direction you need to go, and do you have faith that He will guide you through any challenge? The book of Joshua provides an excellent example of trusting God’s lead.… - The Exclusion of Inclusion in the Church
As we look back at 2020 with a grateful heart, we decided to feature the articles, devotions, and podcasts that you, our faithful followers, made most popular. This feature was our second most popular article in 2020.… - Just How Old is the Earth Anyway?
As we look back at 2020 with a grateful heart, we decided to feature the articles, devotions, and podcasts that you, our faithful followers, made most popular. This feature was our most popular article for 2020.… - Good News for All the People
Would it surprise you to know that some people perceive God to be unapproachable? However, nothing could be further from the truth and the Christmas story conveys that all too clearly.… - Forerunners for Christ
He visited some 185 nations, met with world leaders, and reached some 2 billion people with the gospel, his name was Billy Graham. However, the original forerunner for Christ was none other than John the Baptist. … - Become a Servant Like Jesus
As we reflect on ourselves, how can we be a servant to others in a way that would mirror what Jesus taught and demonstrated?… - For God So Loved the World
It is perhaps the most well-known Scripture verse worldwide and in many languages, and it is a pivotal verse when sharing the gospel with others, but why did Jesus speak this verse in past-tense when talking to Nicodemus?… - How ‘The Polar Express’ Points to God
Did you know “The Polar Express” movie, which became an instant Christmas classic, carries aspects of the gospel? Check this out.… - Walk By Faith, Not By Sight
There will be times when we are unable to see or understand the work God is doing both in and through our lives, which is why we must walk by faith, not by sight. … - Everything is Possible with God
Have you ever given up on a dream? We all have to in some way, shape, or form. We lift our prayers to heaven, asking God to make our dreams come true, but as time moves on and our prayers seem to go unanswered, we convince ourselves that it was not meant to be. What does the Bible say?… - Love One Another
As the world remains amid the COVID-19 crisis, how t is refreshing and heart-warming to hear of many people who have demonstrated compassion, kindness, and generosity towards individuals adversely impacted by this health concern.… - Here Am I, Send Me
As followers of Jesus Christ, how do we receive God’s “plan of the day” for our lives?… - The Precious Gift of Life
One of the hot-button issues of our time is the subject of abortion. Since 1973, some 61 million embryos/fetus’ have been killed while in their mother’s womb. What does the Bible say about such a disregard for human life?… - We Know Not What We Do
When we allow ourselves to succumb to the pressures of the world and judge others when they wrongly judge us, we know not what we are doing in the eyes of Jesus, but by His grace, He shows us the Way. … - Our Rock, Our Fortress, Our Savior
When we consider the future and look at the hostility not only worldwide but also in our communities, it is easy for us to become fearful for our safety and, in some cases, our very way of life. What can we do?… - Have No Other Gods
The god of self can take the shape of many forms, and often ones we may not easily recognize. How do we combat the compulsions to serve the god of self?… - The Shifting Sands of Culture
Are Americans becoming fed up with the track record of organized religion and more drawn to a personal encounter with Jesus in the pages of Scripture?… - Two Roads to Heaven, Not!The Bible presents two paths that lead to heaven. The first path requires a person to live a life without sin, not even a little white lie or a rogue mean thought. No sin, not one, ever, or the deal is off. The second, and only true path, is through Jesus Christ.…
- Our Strength Comes Through Our Weakness
When we hide from our feelings and weaknesses, we deceive ourselves, and for some, they can spend a lifetime maintaining a strong outer front for others while a time bomb of sorts builds on the inside. God has a better way.… - The Lord’s Model Prayer for His Disciples
The importance of prayer became so evident to the disciples that, one day, they asked Jesus, saying, “Lord, teach us to pray as John also taught his disciples.”… - The Model Prayer for Jesus’ Disciples
The importance of prayer was so evident to Jesus’ disciples that they asked Him, saying, “Lord, teach us to pray,” and Jesus responds by first teaching them an important lesson: how not to pray.… - The Well of Living Water
We must always keep in mind that the gospel’s convicting power is the Holy Spirit’s job, the willingness to go and share it is ours so that others can partake of the life-giving water. (Click/tap to read more)… - What Matters to GodAs Christians, we all experience the ups and downs that come with this brief journey we call life, but how we respond to those trials makes all the difference. (Click/tap the link to read more)…
- All Things New
The feeling of newness is something everyone has experienced and is familiar with to some degree or another, but over time, the newness wears off. The Bible tells of when God will make all things new for eternity. (Click/tap the link to read more)… - The Gift of Life-Saving Blood
I recall noticing a billboard once while driving to work that read, “Give Blood, Save a Life.” That caused me to think back to when… - Just How Old is the Earth Anyway?
The age of planet earth is perhaps one of the most well-known disagreements between science and theology and one that traces its roots back to… - Faith is the Key to Our Salvation and Spiritual Growth
We live in a culture of seeing is believing. For example, perhaps you once shared a story with some friends about an exciting experience, but… - A Road Less Traveled
We certainly live in an age of convenience. It is often amusing to see how some people will go to great lengths to avoid difficulty… - Love the LORD, Your God
Most of us have either heard or experienced how difficult long-distance relationships can be; never really seeing each other; losing focus and priority of the… - Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart
One of my weekend hobbies is the renovation of an old townhouse built back in the 1970s. Recently I was tearing out the old carpet,… - Be a Light Unto the World
The Bible offers references to having the “light of life” and being a positive and “Christ-like” influence on others as being important. The Bible indicates… - Do All to the Glory of God
Growing up, I spent a lot of time with my grandma. We played games, sang songs, and watched TV. She helped me with my homework… - Be Content In All Circumstances
People can often be delighted one minute and dissatisfied the next. That fact hit me square between the eyes this past weekend when I set… - Congress Shall Make No Law…
In the present era of social distancing due to the C19 pandemic, one thing has become evident in the last 6-months. Churchgoers in the United… - Christian Morality, Ethics, and Integrity Matter!
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” ROMANS 3:23 The recent resignation of Jerry Falwell Jr. as President and Chancellor… - Moral Relativism in the Church
“Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who substitute darkness for light and light for darkness; Who substitute bitter for sweet and… - Forget the Excuses, Trust God!
“And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.“ MARK 16:15 Have you ever been asked to… - The Reality of Hell
“If your right hand makes you stumble, cut it off and throw it from you; for it is better for you to lose one of… - Walk By Faith, Not By Sight“Therefore, being always of good courage, and knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord— for we…
- We Know Not What We DoGod did not send the Son into the world to judge the world but that the world might be saved through Him. John 3:17 Proclaiming…
- Escalating Christian Persecution
A recent article published by the Christian Broadcasting Network reports that Christian persecution in China has escalated to an all-time high. The author, Tré Goins-Phillips,… - True Healing Requires Us to Forgive and Forget
There is a saying that we have all either heard or perhaps even used at one time or another. It is the saying, “I can… - Sink or Swim
The world begins to mold and shape us to conform to its operating system at a very young age. We learn the pressures of being… - Have No Other GodsThe god of self can take the shape of many forms, and often ones we may not easily recognize. How do we combat the compulsions to serve the god of self?…
- Treasures of the Heart
Have you ever noticed while driving just how quickly your mind recalls all the proper driving techniques when you see a police car nearby? … - Coping in a Fallen World
Why is it so hard for us to often see the clear handwriting on the wall? We seem to struggle against forces beyond our control… - You Are The Man!
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:9… - ‘Jesus Not Perfect,’ Say What?
The Christian Post, along with other media outlets, reports that last week CNN host Don Lemon, during an interview with Chris Cuomo, claimed that Jesus Christ,… - The Exclusion of Inclusion in the ChurchThe Bible teaches there is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free and no male and female; for all who have been born again are…
- The Shifting Sands of CultureA recent survey by Pew Research Center shows that about half of U.S. adults believe the influence of Christianity on American culture is in decline.1…
- The Supreme Game-Changer
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and if we are not on the correct path, the result can be disastrous and life-altering. Whether… - Persistence in Prayer
“Will not God vindicate His elect, those who cry out to Him day and night?” (Luke 18:7) We live in an upside-down world. A world… - Mirror Mirror
Everyone, at some point in time, has pursued something for the wrong reason. Whether it was chasing after mister or miss popularity in high school… - Salvation: Two Schools of Thought“Whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Rom. 10:13) Within the Christian community, there is an ongoing debate over spiritual…
- The Pitfall of Envy
By nature, people are often discontent with what they receive, whether it is their job, finances, possessions, and yes, even their relationship with others. However,… - Decrease to Increase
“So the church throughout all Judea and Galilee and Samaria enjoyed peace, being built up; and going on in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, it continued to increase.” (Acts… - Second ChancesThe first day of each January ushers the world into a brand new calendar year, and for many, a new beginning. These new beginnings often…
- It Depends on Us!
The world seems full of all-knowing, perfect, lofty people who have no trouble seeing themselves as such; perhaps you know the type. Such people usually… - Been There; Done That
Have you ever wondered why retail and grocery stores place items such as magazines, candy, and trinkets near or in the checkout line? It is… - The Gift of Speaking in Tongues (Part 2)
In dealing with the Corinthian church, Paul makes the following declaration, “One who speaks in a tongue edifies himself; but one who prophesies edifies the… - The Gift of Speaking in Tongues (Part 1)
Nearly two decades ago, I attended a conference hosted by a well-known evangelist, and I was stunned by what occurred only moments after the conference… - Show and Tell the Gospel
listen Can you recall a time in grade school when you had to bring something to class to show your classmates and tell them about… - Our Father’s Business
“We must work the works of Him who sent Me as long as it is day; night is coming when no one can work.” (John… - Forerunners for ChristI baptize you with water for repentance, but He who is coming after me is mightier than I,… He will baptize you with the Holy…
- The Original Wireless Network
Today, nearly everyone has a mobile phone or some wireless mobile device, and, as most of us know, the expense to own and use wireless… - The Best is Yet to Come
“In the world, you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) In the world in which we live, people…
Podcasts
- Weekly Podcast: Have No Other Gods
The god of self can take the shape of many forms, and often ones we may not easily recognize. How do we combat the compulsions to serve the god of self? (Click/tap the link below to read more)… - Weekly Podcast: Forget the Excuses, Trust GodOne of the situations in life that we can all identify with is the anxiety that comes with stepping out of our comfort zones, but the Bible tells us if God is for us, who can be against us.…
- Weekly Podcast: How to Cope in a Fallen WorldWe live in a time when the seams that hold the very fabric of society together are coming unglued. If we are not careful, these events can draw our focus away from God, but Peter shows us how we can cope in a fallen world. …
- Weekly Podcast: Show and Tell the GospelHappy New Year! As we look back at with a grateful heart, we decided to feature the articles, devotions, and podcasts that you, our faithful followers, made most popular. This feature was our most popular podcast in 2020.…
- Weekly Podcast: The Christmas StoryMerry Christmas! Today’s podcast feature a reading of the Christmas story taken from Luke’s gospel.…
- Weekly Podcast: Life-Saving BloodBlood represents life. The Bible affirms this to be true. The human body needs blood to physically survive, but what about the spiritual survival on one’s soul?…
- Weekly Podcast: Everything is Possible with GodWhen our prayers seem to go unanswered, we often lose faith, we believe God doesn’t care, and we either take matters into our own hands or simply give up. What blessing did we miss out on by not waiting for the Lord? …
- Weekly Podcast: Search Me O God, Know My HeartIt is amazing how God puts so many examples in our path that help point us in the right direction and to learn from His teaching. One example came to me while renovating an old townhouse.…
- Weekly Podcast: The Shifting Sands of CultureOne survey by Pew Research Center suggest that Christianity is in decline while another survey suggests that peoples faith in God’s word remains steadfast. What does this tell us as Christians?…
- Weekly Podcast: Faith is the Key to Our Salvation and Spiritual GrowthWhen times are going well, and our faith in God seems strong, but when we encounter times of trial and tribulation, our faith can weaken when it should grow in intensity and resolve. What does the Bible say about Faith?…
- Weekly Podcast: You’ve Got Mail
This past summer, I happened to come across the first sermon that I preached in front of a large congregation nearly a decade ago. So I thought to myself, “What the heck, why not share it with everyone online.”… - Weekly Podcast: The Well of Living WaterToday’s podcast takes a storytelling approach to share a message about a woman whom Jesus encounters at a well, a woman who, not unlike many of us, has had her share of life’s hardships.…
- Weekly Podcast: Life-Saving BloodBlood represents life. The Bible affirms this to be true. The human body needs blood to physically survive, but what about the spiritual survival on one’s soul?…
- Weekly Podcast – True Healing Requires Us to Forgive and ForgetIt is often easy for us to tell someone that we forgive them, but genuine forgiveness is not just mere words, genuine forgiveness calls us to forgive and forget. …
- Weekly Podcast: The Love of GodOne of the things I always try to encourage fellow believers to do is openly share their testimony. So this week’s podcast features some of my personal testimony and how God drew my family and me back to Himself through love.…
- Weekly Podcast – Persistence in PrayerIt is easy for us to become discouraged in our prayer life, but Jesus shared a parable that speaks to why we are to remain persistent and faithful in our prayers. (Click/tap the link to hear more).…
- Weekly Podcast: Show and Tell the GospelToday’s audio message speaks to God’s calling for all Christians to share the good news about Jesus Christ and do so by showing and telling the gospel.…
- Weekly Podcast: We Know Not What We DoHi, Friends, One of the most evident and pervasive characteristics seen in society is how people seem to be in a constant state of judging…
- Weekly Podcast: Christian Morality, Ethics, and Integrity MatterHi, Friends, One of the most damaging effects to the church’s mission to make disciples for Jesus Christ is when professing Christians in positions of…
- Weekly Podcast: Forget the Excuses, Trust God!Hi, Friends, One of the situations in life that we can all identify with is the anxiety that comes with stepping out of our comfort…
- Weekly Podcast – Decrease to IncreaseHi, Friends, You know sometimes competition can be healthy and bring about positive results, but, more so than not, it seems the competitive spirit of…
- Weekly Podcast – Persistence in PrayerHi, Friends, You know it is easy to become discouraged in our prayer life when answers to our prayers never seem to come. We can…
- Weekly Podcast – True Healing Requires Us to Forgive and ForgetHi, Friends! You know, it is often easy for us to tell someone who has wronged us that we forgive them, but genuine forgiveness is…
- Weekly Podcast – The Original Wireless NetworkPrayer is such a vital part of our spiritual growth. Yet the power of prayer seems to be mostly taken for granted in our culture…
- Weekly Podcast – Show and Tell the GospelHello, and thank you for choosing to listen to today’s message. Our mission, as followers of Jesus Christ, is to carry the word of the…
- You’ve Got Mail!Hi, Everyone, This past week I just happened to come across the first sermon that I preached in front of a congregation nearly a decade…
Devotions
- The Importance of Gratitude
- When Life Comes at Us Head-On
- A Pearl of Great Price
- How to Have Spiritual Prosperity
- The Daily Care of Our Hearts
- The Lifeline of God’s Holy Word
- How Can A Loving God Send People to Hell?
- There is Hope
- Season’s Greetings from the AFS Team
- The Light of the World in an Ocean of Darkness
- The Father’s Glory is that We Bear Much Fruit
- Just As You Are, Pa rum pum pum pum
- Count Your Blessings
- The Importance of Gratitude
- The Joy of Christmas
- What is Wrong with ‘Season’s Greetings?’
- God’s Love and Presence
- Words of Encouragement
- Sing Praises to God
- Draw Near to God
- As Iron Sharpens Iron
- When Life Comes at Us Head-On
- Where a Person’s Heart Is
- Now is the Day of Salvation
- Never Abandon Me O Lord
- Great is Thy Faithfulness
- How to Be at Peace with Others
- The Formula for a Humble Attitude
- The Lord is My Strength
- Salvation and the Rapture
- Count Your Blessings
- The Importance of Gratitude
- The Light of the World in an Ocean of Darkness
- When Life Comes at Us Head-On
- Your Rod and Your Staff, They Comfort Me
- We Are More Than Conquerors
- Now is the Day of Salvation
- How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell?
- Seek First God’s Kingdom and His Righteousness
- Our Daily Care and Feeding
- One Thing the Bible and Broccoli Have in Common
- It’s True! You Are of Great Value!
- Lord, Teach Us to Pray
- The Lord is My Shepherd
- The Easiest Way to Share the Gospel
- How to Have Peace with Others
- Count Your Blessings
- Draw Near to God
