2013-09-24T16:57:11-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com /feeds/topics/quiet+time/ http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=51071&columnid=3802 2013-09-24T16:57:11-05:00 Devotions help us focus on Christ—who He is and what He did for us. Having a regular time to get in the Word will help us build perseverance. Scripture clearly tells us that real Christianity is more of a long-distance marathon than it is a short sprint. http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=44295&columnid=3802 2013-09-24T16:57:07-05:00 How to draw closer to the heart of God by building a deeper relationship with God! http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=44296&columnid=3802 2013-09-24T16:57:01-05:00 We “Go” Best from Our Growth in Devotional Times! Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=51069&columnid=3802 2013-09-24T16:56:55-05:00 Getting Started in your Devotional Venture. The Challenge is simple, the idea is pure and practical, and it only requires your obedience and persistence. God desires our intimacy, our relationship, and our... http://intothyword.org/pages.asp?pageid=56867 2013-09-24T16:56:49-05:00 How can I develop quality time with our Lord so I can become a deeper and more mature Christian? Here are nine thoughts to get you pointed in the right direction. http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-personal-power/a-thousand-unsung-mornings-6777 2013-01-03T11:22:47-05:00 Do you want to be used greatly by your Lord? Well, before you try to do a great work for Him, why don't you let Him do a great work in you? And you wake up each morning and let Him teach you before you leave. http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-personal-power/a-lifestyle-not-a-compartment-6682 2012-08-21T09:57:50-05:00 Prayer isn't a religious exercise; it's your declaration of dependence on God. To look up and say throughout the day, "This piece of my day is Yours, Lord." You don't have to drop to your knees or close your eyes, especially if you're driving. It's just a quiet recognition of Christ's presence in your need. That's how you carry out what the Bible says, "In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-most-important-relationship/the-silent-killer-6574 2012-03-23T12:35:38-05:00 Have you been neglecting your time with Jesus? You can't see it, but you're being steadily weakened and eroded by what you're not doing. You just can't afford another day away. There have been too many already. The alternative is that one day you'll be closed; you'll cave in. http://truewoman.com/?id=1703 2011-05-26T16:19:12-05:00 Daily devotions was not something my parents forced on us, but the influence of my dad’s example and training in this area was profound. Although he has been with the Lord since 1979, the image of a dad on his knees before the Lord is indelibly etched on my mind and in my heart. http://ivpress.com/cgi-ivpress/book.pl/code=3016 2010-11-09T21:30:45-05:00 Timothy and Titus faced all of these tough issues as young church leaders. But Paul encouraged them to put aside timidity and insecurity, and to find strength in Christ. As Pete Sommer guides you into study of these letters, you'll also find the support you need to follow through in obedience to God's Word.