Michael Heilman 
James 4:3, 5 “Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?” We live in a culture that tells us to “follow your heart,” “look out for yourself,” and … Read more
(Ephesians 5:27) “That He might present the church to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.” Have you ever wondered why, as Christians, we still struggle with the old habits and temptations from our past? Why, if we are new … Read more
Galatians 6:1-2 (KJV)“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Have you ever felt the weight of someone else’s choices fall on … Read more
Ephesians 4:12 (KJV): “For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:” Did you know that your life in Christ is not just a destination but a journey? Praise the Lord that Jesus did all the work necessary for our salvation. We could never … Read more
Isaiah 14:12-14 (KJV) “How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides … Read more
In a world where emotions often dictate what people accept as truth, it’s easy—even for believers—to lose sight of what God says is true. We live in a culture that elevates personal feelings above Scripture, redefining good and evil according to public opinion rather than divine revelation. But feelings, as real as they may be, … Read more
1 John 2:5-6 — “But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him. He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.” Is it just a coincidence that the Bible repeatedly calls us to … Read more
Have you ever had a relationship that just seemed to fall apart because one or both people stopped trying? Maybe it was a friendship, a family connection, or even a marriage. The truth is, all relationships require intentional effort—even our relationship with God. Just like we wouldn’t expect a human relationship to flourish without communication, … Read more
Imagine standing at a crossroads, with two distinct paths before you—one leading toward complete devotion to God, the other toward the world’s distractions. Every decision you make nudges you further down one of these roads. Are you actively choosing God’s path, or are you drifting toward the world’s distractions? A Daily Choice of Commitment Joshua … Read more
Have you ever felt like you’re constantly battling between doing what’s right and giving in to temptation? You’re not alone. Every believer faces this struggle. Some days, it feels easier to follow the crowd—whether it’s compromising our values, giving in to sinful habits, or making choices that don’t honor God. But here’s the good news: … Read more
