Posts by Dave Malnes
The Secret of a Christian’s Strength to be Evangelists
Feelings of inadequacy are often the greatest barrier a sincere Christian face when sharing their faith. Yet, these feelings can either paralyze us or prompt us to discover a profound truth: a Christian’s greatest strength lies completely outside themselves. Proclaiming the gospel is not about our own abilities, but about the power of Christ within…
Read More3 Thoughts on Sharing the Gospel When You Feel Like A Loser
When Christ commissions us to share the message of salvation, the task can look like an insurmountable mountain. Our good intentions often feel like a series of lopsided defeats—especially when fear keeps us from witnessing at all. How do we overcome the guilt of feeling like a “loser” in evangelism? Years ago, a coach took…
Read MoreOne word that grants peace and security
An ongoing battle between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Self is fought daily in the fields of our hearts. One word can end this prolonged warfare and stop the carnage: “Surrender!” Yet, it runs entirely contrary to a human nature prone to fight, defend its cause, and preserve a misguided identity. Imagine…
Read MoreInconvenienced for Truth
The hard questions in life often demand answers when difficult circumstances stand bleeding and broken before us. It is then that we truly yearn for truth. Frustrated, fearful, and even irritated, we ask, “What is truth?” The normalcy of life has a way of coming to a screeching halt. A debilitating illness, the loss of…
Read MoreClaiming Victory Over Hesitancy
In the spiritual conflicts that surround sharing the gospel, Christians often have a tendency to view themselves as potential victims rather than guaranteed victors. Overcoming this mindset is the first critical step toward exercising boldness in our outreach. It is true that evangelism carries risks, and there can be real personal consequences to sharing our…
Read MoreWhy Evangelism Requires Exercising
Evangelism is difficult because it requires heavy lifting. Too often, we place heavy stones on our own path that get in the way: boulders of guilt, stones of distraction. We quickly talk ourselves out of stepping into opportunities to share our faith. Our human nature would rather not be bothered, and we easily lose our…
Read MoreWho does the talking when you pray?
If God were sitting across from you right now, what would he be saying to you? How a Christian answers this question often reflects the quality of their prayer life. Have you ever had a conversation where one person does all the talking? You come away fatigued. It’s difficult to accept another invitation when you…
Read MoreCovering Fire
It is as if a hand reaches down from the heavens, placing words of comfort and assurance directly into our hearts: “Do not be afraid, for I am with you.” In these moments of comfort, we are given a glimpse of how God uses his heavenly hosts—the angels—to guide, comfort, and protect us. But these…
Read MoreThe Danger of Untended Fields
When God chooses to reveal himself, he does so in unmistakable ways. But in a world full of distractions, spiritual matters can easily take a back seat. God can feel hidden to those who have no time for him, and he can feel distant from those who struggle to see the work of his hands.…
Read MoreRethinking What It Means to Be Blessed
We tend to throw the word “blessed” around a lot these days. Usually, it’s tied to things going exactly the way we want them to—a great job, a comfortable home, a season where everyone is healthy and happy. It’s easy to equate being blessed with simply being happy. But tying “blessed” strictly to our earthly…
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