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"So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ." Romans 10:17 Charles Haddon Spurgeon, the "Prince of Preachers". Charles Spurgeon was born in England on June 19th, 1834. Both his father and grandfather were pastors, and he spent much time as a youth in their libraries reading rich theological books. On January 6th, 1850, at age 15, Spurgeon was marvelously born again by the Holy Spirit of God, and began pastoring a small rural congregation when he was just 1

Let stumbling drive you to Him… Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of His glory with great joy, to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen. Jude 1:24-25 This blog was inspired by “The Essential Works of Andrew Murray” 1. First thing you must do with stumbling (sin) is to go with it to our Savior the Lord Jesus.

Do I Love Others Well? Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will hear God’s Word on what loving others well looks like. You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: Do I Love Others Well? Welcome My Friend to the Loving God First podcast where we look to Jesus and look to God’s Word for guaranteed Hope. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. In a moment, we will hear God’s word on what loving others well looks like. Stay tuned. Int

Am I Loving God First? Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will examine whether we are truly loving God first. Don't be deceived like me. I thought God was my 1st love but was He? You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: Am I Loving God First? Welcome My Friend to the Loving God First podcast where we look to Jesus and look to God’s Word for guaranteed Hope. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. In a moment, we will examine w

God's Promise For Direction. Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will hear how to obtain God’s direction. Also, a little song to help us remember this promise. You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: God's Promise For Direction God’s Promise for Direction Welcome My Friend to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Where can we find hope? The answer is….Looking to Jesus and Looking to God’s Word f

How To Find Perfect Peace. Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will hear about God’s promise of giving us His perfect peace. Also, a little song to help us remember this promise. You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: How To Find Perfect Peace You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You. Isaiah 26:3 How To Find Perfect Peace Welcome My Friend to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris

Ready To Share Hope? Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we explore a way to go deeper in our worship of Jesus and at the same time be ready to share the Good News with others. You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: Ready to Share Hope? Ready To Share Hope? Welcome my friend to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Where do you find hope? The answer is….Looking to Jesus and Looking to God’s Word f

Do you find yourself overwhelmed with managing countless prayer requests? I found godly wisdom in reading Leslie Bennett's article "Managing the Overwhelming Prayer List." "With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be alert with all perseverance and every request for all the saints,.." Ephesians 6:18 NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Us

What Does God Think Of Our Focus Being On Worldly Events? Check out this short read..... This attached letter is used with permission...

Freedom From Fear. Are you looking to find freedom from fear and anxiety? This course by Setting Captives Free Ministry is a free 30 day online devotional for overcoming Fear and Anxiety through the power of the cross of Christ. Also, as you take this study you can join the Freedom from Fear and Anxiety online communication platform to connect with mentors and other students.

In Talking with My Father, Ray Stedman looks at our deep need for prayer and the nature of prayer through the lens of Jesus’ parables in...

God's Song In My Heart. Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will talk about the words playing like a song in our heart and mind. Think about it…whatever we dwell on reveals itself in our speech and actions….What song will you choose? You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: God's Song In My Heart Welcome, My Friend to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Let me ask you….where do you find hope? I

"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Psalm 147:3 If you are broken and looking for God to Revive Your Heart, this...

My Comfort vs. Your Comfort. Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will talk about My Comfort vs. Your Comfort. You will hear about an incident involving my husband where I chose me over him. Is that a problem? You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: My Comfort vs. Your Comfort Welcome My Friend to Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Where do you find hope? In a moment, you will hear about an incide

Is God's Discipline Good? Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will hear about God's Discipline....Is God's Discipline Good? Join me & my dog Tizzy on a walk where God taught me a valuable lesson about His discipline. You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: Is God's Discipline Good? Welcome, My Friend, to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Where do you find hope? In a moment, I’d like to share

Depressed? Please consider the Gospel Light for Depression's Darkness. Click here to view this free 30 lesson Bible study that offers gospel encouragement for those struggling with depression. You can also request an online mentor. "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it." 1 Cori

Countless people are depressed, hopeless, even considering suicide....but STOP....there is HOPE! Click on the link below to see a movie on: You Are NOT ALONE: Hope For Your Depression movie

Confusing Good for Evil. Thanks for joining the Loving God First podcast. In this episode, we will hear a story about a time I called something evil that was, in fact, very good. How wrong I was! You can listen to this podcast episode by clicking: Confusing Good For Evil Welcome, my friend, to the Loving God First podcast. I’m Chris Gray. And I’m so glad you’re here. Where do you find hope? In a moment, I will share a story about a time I called something evil that was, in fa

There’s a well-known story of a wealthy and exceedingly wise king who reported his findings about happiness at the end of his life. King Solomon had enjoyed extraordinary human success. He experienced all of life’s pleasures. But in the end, he unraveled a great mystery. Solomon noted how so many good people suffer while wicked people escape punishment for their wickedness and get ahead. There are many injustices in the world. And no matter how righteous a person tried to li