There is something about vulnerability and accountability that makes Christians uncomfortable. Perhaps they fear that it puts them at risk for criticism, hurt, or embarrassment. Exposing sin and expressing it to others stretches believers out of their comfort zones. We have built walls around us and are afraid to show our true selves. We often…
Resource Recommendation: Light for the Journey by Dr. A. D. Beacham Written by Susan Beacham One great resource for Sound Doctrine is Bishop Doug Beacham’s book called Light for the Journey. This book is part of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church ministerial study course and is a study of the 14 Articles of Faith of the…
Making Doctrine Part of Your Devotional Life By Brad Davis It is the start of a new year, and that can only mean one thing– Making New Year Resolutions! The word “resolution” simply means “a firm decision to do or not do something.” Most people have determined to lose weight, eat healthier, read books, end…
Seamless: Understanding the Bible as One Complete Story by Angie Smith Seamless is a bible study, published by LifeWay Press, that helps the reader connect the people, places, stories, and promises of the Bible into one seamless thread. This book is beneficial for new believers and those who may have grown up reading the bible,…
By: Whitney Davis I’ve been a church girl my whole life. I attended summer camp, VBS, youth group, Sunday morning service including Sunday School, Sunday night and Wednesday night service, revivals, you name it, and I was there. My testimony doesn’t consist of much promiscuity or worldly, sinful living growing up. I knew Bible stories,…
Written by Whitney Davis We have a literacy problem in America. According to Pew Research, almost a quarter of adults in America haven’t read a book, in whole or in part, in the last year including print, electronic, or audio form. More concerning to me, is this problem translates to our biblical literacy problem as…
Discipleship Ministries and the National Women’s Ministries Board are pleased to announce Whitney Davis as the new IPHC Women’s Ministries Director. “Whitney brings a lot of passion and vision to women’s ministries. We are confident that she will excel in this new role, and excited to have her as a part of the Discipleship Ministries…
Written By Beth McGhee Ahhhhhh… Christmas-time… Peace… Joy… Love… Family… NOT! If your Christmas time is anything like mine, it can be stressful, pressure-packed, emotional, and tiring! Then again, isn’t it what we make it? As women, we want everything to be perfect – the house with its decorations, the meal with its Southern…
Written by Nicole Hammond We all have to wait in life—in lines, in traffic, the doctor’s office, for your kids, and even God! The days we live in are so fast paced that waiting seems like a punishment. It’s even worse when you are in the battle of your life. Isaiah 40:31 says, “But those…
Written by Erica Campbell I remember the first time I strolled through the pebbled streets in Charleston, S.C. It’s such a beautiful, quaint city full of vibrant colors and southern charm. While walking through the Historic City Market, one booth stood out. Several artisans sat there weaving together baskets of all sizes, colors, and shapes—each…
