As the disciples testified of Jesus after His resurrection and ascension, incredible miracles took place. All throughout the book of Acts, we read of how thousands believed on the Lord Jesus, lame people walked and the blind received their sight. As the educated theologians and experts in the Law watched the disciples and the miracles that happened through them, they wondered at their abilities. It says in Acts 4:13 that “when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and... Read more
Certain studies of U.S. highways have shown an astonishingly high incidence of drivers colliding with cars parked legally on the side of the road. Most of these drivers were not under the influence of alcohol or medication, and most of the collisions occurred during favorable weather conditions. Then what is the reason behind the sheer number of accidents? As safety experts studied the statistics, they came up with a fascinating explanation: Just as a moth is drawn unconsciously to a... Read more
If we want to truly live godly lives by being “partakers of divine nature,” one of the most helpful things we can do is to follow the godly examples of individuals. Read more
Remember David and Goliath, that familiar Bible story we were taught in Sunday school? We smile as we remember the flannel board display of this childhood story. Maybe you can even recite how the story unfolds: The young David, with sling and stone in hand, walks up to Goliath, trusting God, and lets loose the shot that caused the huge giant to fall. But the story of David and Goliath is so much more than flannel board and familiarity. It... Read more
Since 2007, GFA-supported workers have been caring for leprosy patients through medical care, practical personal care and by giving them the opportunity to know that God loves them. This ministry is one of those that I am so happy we can be a part of. God’s heart is for the vulnerable and the forgotten, and these precious people certainly are one among them. By God’s grace, we are working in 44 leprosy colonies across Asia. Some of these colonies have... Read more
January 27 is the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust. As a minister, I strongly encourage Christians to, in some way, mark this day as important. Some simple suggestions as to how this can be done follow, but first let me give some background regarding my challenge. Compared to most gentiles, I see myself as well-informed regarding the Holocaust. Because I am 81 years of age and in the downscaling time of life, I... Read more
By Gisela Yohannan I was saved and called by the Lord during a two-week youth vacation held by a church that was 350 kilometers from my village. It was impossible for me to attend that church more than maybe once a year. In addition, I was very shy and not at all used to sharing my heart with anyone. When I returned to my home, I had so many questions about my salvation as well as everything else. I decided... Read more
Do you know that it’s possible to have a tremendous amount of spiritual knowledge but not actually know the Lord? Read more
By Gisela Yohannan Jesus knows that in our own strength and with our own wisdom we are no match for the devil, regardless of how educated and experienced we might be. This is why Jesus told His disciples to watch and pray (Matthew 26:41) and to keep on the alert at all times (Luke 21:36). Paul realized that the moment we drop our guard and make even a tiny compromise, we provide a crack in the door for Satan to... Read more
Imagine hearing our own children crying out at night because of hunger. Read more
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