Resolve Anger Quickly by Rick Warren If you are angry, be sure that it is not out of wounded pride or bad temper. Never go to bed angry – don’t give the devil that sort of foothold. Ephesians 4:26-27 (PH) *** *** *** *** It’s okay to be angry, but anger becomes wrong when it’s not resolved quickly. The apostle Paul teaches, if you become angry, do not let your anger lead you into sin and do not stay angry all day. The Phillips translation says, “Never go to bed angry.” That would keep a few of us up all ...

Choosing a Simpler Life by Rick Warren . . . a time to embrace and a time to refrain. Ecclesiastes 3:5 (NIV)  *** *** *** ***   You’d think that living in Southern California means I’m surrounded by people who live a laid-back lifestyle. The truth is just the opposite: Most of the people I know are trying to cram more and more into each day.   For instance, a couple of years ago, I was with a group of friends driving down the interstate. At one point, I looked around and realized most of us were engaged in some ...

The Witchcraft of Rebellion by Jon Walker For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, And stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, He also has rejected you from being king. 1 Samuel 15:23 (NKJV) *** *** *** *** Today’s guest devotional is provided by Jon Walker – Most of us would be shocked and angered if we found out a believer in our congregation was actively using a form of witchcraft to control people, places, things, and circumstances. In spite of our fear, we’d fight back once we learned that the ...

Love That Sweats by Jon Walker We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:3 (NIV) *** *** *** *** Today’s guest devotional is provided by Jon Walker – When Jesus loves, he works up a sweat; he rolls up his sleeves, gets on his knees, and washes our feet with his blood, sweat, and tears. He labors at love, though his love is never like labor. He’s a giver, not a taker, loving us into being ...

The Time of Your Life by Rick Warren The Time of Your Life by Rick Warren   Make the most of every chance you get. These are desperate times! Ephesians 5:16 (MSG) *** *** *** ***   Why is it that time drags when you want it to pass quickly and flies when you need more of it? It’s not very cooperative!   Time is the great equalizer. We all have the same amount of it. The difference between successful people and average people is this: Achievers manage their time wisely. Rather than wasting time or spending time, they invest ...