Wisdom's Poor
I grew up poor by American standards. My family was on welfare and received food stamps. More than once my sisters and I stood in...
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Life Insight from Scripture
Fresh devotionals are being published weekly. The posts include articles written by Pastor Johnson, NorthStone members, and other ministry contributors. Strength for Life hopes these brief articles strengthen you.
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- Nov 21
Wisdom's Judgment
Proverbs is best known as a book of wisdom. If a person reads the Proverb that corresponds with the day of the month, as I often...
- Oct 17
Wisdom, Peace, & Conflict
The world is full of conflict. There is always a negative comment to respond to or an unpleasant situation to confront. But while...
- Oct 3
Wisdom's Heart
Today is October 3. If you’re in the habit of reading the chapter of Proverbs that corresponds with the day of the month, a habit I...
- Mar 29, 2021
Before You Celebrate Easter
By Pastor James C. Johnson On Easter Sunday many Christians will joyously celebrate the resurrection and life of the Lord Jesus, and...
- May 29, 2020
Most Famous Bible Verse
Pastor James C. Johnson The most famous verse in all the Bible is famous for several reasons. It’s famous because it’s rich with the good...
- May 19, 2020
Who is Jesus?
Some people say Jesus was just a prophet or a rabbi, among many prophets and rabbis who lived in His day. Some say He’s just an...
- May 18, 2020
Who Influences You?
Who do you let influence you? Proverbs 1:10 says “if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.” Those who promote evil are vying for your...
- May 15, 2020
What Year Were You Saved?
Here’s a question for Christians. What year was it that you were saved? I’m asking, “When were you converted to Christ?” I’m not asking,...
- May 13, 2020
When God Says "No"
God answers our prayers one of three ways: “yes,” “wait,” or “no.” When God says “yes,” we rejoice! When God says “wait,” we learn...
- May 12, 2020
Spiritual Bucket List
Have you ever made a spiritual bucket list? In Proverbs 30, a man named Agur made his spiritual bucket list. He "required" of God two...
- May 7, 2020
National Day of Prayer
On this National Day of Prayer, let's consider Paul's prayer for the Ephesian Christians. Interestingly, it's a prayer for spiritual and...
- May 6, 2020
What's the Purpose of Life?
This is a question that almost everyone asks themselves at some point. Often people will conclude that their purpose in life is their...
- May 5, 2020
The Real Enemy
Battles are easily lost when we fail to identify the real enemy. The apostle Peter makes it clear in 1 Peter 5:8 when he writes, “your...
- May 4, 2020
The Golden Rule of Prayer
Pastor James C. Johnson - May 4, 2020 With our National Day of Prayer coming up later this week, let's focus on the ministry of prayer....
- Apr 30, 2020
What's Your Spiritual Blood Type?
Thursday, April 30, 2020 Physically speaking there are four principal blood types: type A, type B, type AB, and type O. In case of a...
- Apr 29, 2020
Sinners: Different Shapes & Sizes
Wednesday, April 29, 2020 Jesus loves the unlovable. He loves sinners, and sinners come in all shapes and sizes. In John 3, Jesus shows...
- Apr 23, 2020
No Worries
How do you handle stress, worry, and anxiety? Often, those times of anxiety rip us apart from the inside out. In Matthew 6, Jesus tells...
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