2013-10-04T14:45:25-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com /feeds/topics/perseverance/ http://faithgateway.com/climb-the-right-mountain/ 2013-10-04T14:45:25-05:00 “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.” —Psalm 37:5 In 1988, Jim Hayhurst Sr., a forty-seven-year-old former Procter & Gamble professional and advertising executive, became the oldest member of the Canadian Expedition to reach the summit of the tallest peak on earth, Mount Everest. Jim’s book, The […] http://faithgateway.com/10-parenting-tips-p-list/ 2013-10-04T14:41:41-05:00 Our children need walls. That’s why God gives them moms. I know it sounds crazy, but I found my parenting vision and plan in the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. Stay with me, now. Nehemiah was an amazing man who lived about twenty-five hundred years ago. Yes, the world has changed a bit since then, […] http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hard-times/good-wood-6657 2012-07-18T11:20:08-05:00 The fire turns spiritual wimps into spiritual warriors. So, rejoice as you see what you are becoming or can become through heat-treating, and only through heat-treating. You are becoming a heavy hitter in the hands of Almighty God. http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hard-times/why-the-coach-schedules-triple-sessions-6533 2012-01-26T14:20:05-05:00 Stay in the ring. You're building experience and that's what gives hope in suffering. There's no way to develop this kind of strength, this kind of toughness, this kind of durability without suffering first. If the coach has scheduled a triple session for you right now, don't despair. Don't give up. Don't quit. Don't leave practice. Let suffering develop patience, let patience develop experience, let experience develop hope. http://ivpress.com/cgi-ivpress/book.pl/code=3024 2010-11-09T21:09:33-05:00 The Old Testament book of Joshua reads like an exciting novel--from the miraculous crossing of the Jordan to the crash of the walls of Jericho and the sun stopping in the sky. Through all the twists and turns, you'll witness God's power and faithfulness. Digging into the story of Joshua will encourage you to persevere in your own daily battles and arm you with the most powerful weapons you'll ever need--God's promises. http://truewoman.com/?id=936 2010-09-08T11:34:03-05:00 Do you feel like “throwing in the towel” in your marriage, in your faith walk with Jesus, in life in general? As you watch this video, be encouraged that because God is a God of redemption, there’s no reason to quit! There is a way out, and He will provide that at the right time. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=315&topic_name=General Christian Living 2010-08-20T15:21:32-05:00 Do you ever find that it’s easier to start a project than to finish it? Nancy looks to the example of the apostle Paul as a man who knew how to finish well. He experienced a lot of emotional good-byes to those he met in ministry. His experience will show you how to see the most important tasks in life through to completion. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=302&topic_name=Church 2010-08-20T14:55:24-05:00 The second coming of Christ has been dramatically described and hotly debated. Nancy invites you to a fresh look at the return of Jesus. His coming will provide you with incredible hope day by day. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=264&topic_name=General Christian Living 2010-08-20T13:50:46-05:00 Dr. Tom Elliff explores the biblical example of Caleb as he shares the formula that will help us finish well. It comes down to the element of character, being a person of confidence, and the issue of choices. Be challenged to live your life fully for God, leaving a godly legacy that will have an impact on generations to come. http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%205:1-4&version=NIV 2009-09-11T11:21:48-05:00 The apostle Paul writes that we aren't just to endure suffering and persecution--we're to patiently persevere in the knowledge that God uses trials to shape us into better and more Christlike people.