Uplook

The days of King Jeroboam II were prosperous but it is the commentary of God that "he did evil in the eyes of the Lord." Against this tide of iniquity was sent Jonah from Gath Hepher who "spoke the word of the Lord." But it is not for this the prophet is remembered....

Struggling in some area of your life? Here are four words that change everything: "Not I, but Christ". Listen to this short but powerful illustration from the life of Naaman that will both challenge and inspire you! Then share it to help "spread the Word". Others can...

How important is doctrine and prayer in the overall health of your local church? What are their practical benefits? And what are the dangers of neglecting them?

Should a woman wear her head covering anytime she prays? Even at home?

The New Testament design for local church governance is simple but adequate. It has survived through fierce persecution and internal struggle. And yet there is no use pretending about the challenges of a local church led by elder rule. It isn’t easy being an elder:...

Every child in God’s family is a gifted child (see 1 Cor 12:4-7)! There is no doubt we are all custom designed; every believer is equipped for the Lord’s service in a different way. Certain questions rise in our mind: What is a "gift" in the first place? What gifts...

Luke’s first volume (the Gospel According to Luke) tells of “all that Jesus began both to do and teach” (Acts 1:1). His second volume (The Acts of the Apostles) tells of the things that the risen Lord Jesus continued to do by His Spirit through His people. You also...

No fellowship based on people will ever work. John says, “Truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ.” If this fellowship with the Lord is right, then we will find the true basis for fellowship “with one another” (1 Jn 1:3). We will love...

Few subjects generate such heat as this one—men/women roles in the church. Although we may disagree on some points of Scripture where this issue is discussed, it is my prayer that these differences will not keep us from thrilling to the Great Love Story of which the...