Amber Turner

Those Who "Sleep" in Death

This section talks about the dead and the coming of the Lord. It references "those who fall asleep" and some of us ask, what does this mean? When we die, are we only asleep? Many people believe we are…

1 Thessalonians 4:13 (NIV), 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (NIV), 1 Thessalonians 4:15 (NIV), 1 Thessalonians 4:16 (NIV), 1 Thessalonians 4:17 (NIV), 1 Thessalonians 4:18 (NIV)

A Thorn in His Flesh

So that we may not be conceited, all of us are given a thorn in the flesh. We plead with God to take it away, but we are born with it...born as a sinner and other imperfections. How are we to admire God…

2 Corinthians 12:7 (NIV)

We Do Not Distort the Word of God

Amen! So many people refer to our religion as "fake", but we must remember, Jesus and his disciples were real about their faith in God. They traveled across deserts, were prisoned, and later killed for…

2 Corinthians 4:2 (NIV)

God's New Plan: Jesus

As Jesus preached he changed the ways Jews were to worship God. Practices, such as fasting, were now questioned by Jesus, and it angered the Pharisees. What Jesus offered was liberating people from the…

The Purpose of Prayer

For some, it's shocking that Jesus claims there is a wrong way to pray. He tells us that we are not to "babble" to be heard, or manipulate how long the prayer is, thinking that because you just spent…

Matthew 6:8 (NLT), Matthew 6:9 (NLT), Matthew 6:10 (NLT), Matthew 6:11 (NLT), Matthew 6:13 (NLT), Matthew 6:14 (NLT)

Act Not For Show

Here, Jesus brings an important topic about good behavior and wrong motivation. When we give to others, it must be for the right reason. Why do large companies announce providing money to fundraisers?…

Matthew 6:1 (NLT)

Can We Forgive Those Who Don't Repent?

It's true that some people can't be trusted. To say they don't deserve forgiveness is a lie. Betrayal works its poison both mentally and physically. The pain is as real as the human body. That selfish…

Matthew 6:12 (NLT)

Who Is God?

God is our Creator, and He is good. The concept of God was not made up to tell other people stories so they will do the right things in life. And there's a lot more to God than "being good", but for this…

Genesis 1:1 (NLT)

A Testimony: Hated for no Reason

As I read this chapter of Acts, I am filled with sympathy for our Christian leaders. This chapter demonstrates a time when the apostles brought much joy and truth, yet they were persecuted and in danger.…

Acts 5:19 (NIV)

Speak

As people spread His name, there will come a time when we face those who oppose His word. Their goal is to silence you so that their wrong actions will not be known, because ignorance is bliss. They will…

Acts 5:28 (NIV), Acts 5:29 (NIV), Acts 5:30 (NIV), Acts 5:31 (NIV), Acts 5:32 (NIV)

Leadership Is Tough

How many of us dream to "be in charge" only to find that it is a road full of fire? We finally reach the top and next thing we know, someone is turning against us. Not everyone can relate to leadership.…

Acts 5:17 (NIV), Acts 5:18 (NIV), Acts 5:19 (NIV), Acts 5:20 (NIV)

God's Army

The Bible gives a clear reference of Christians coming together in happiness, to praise and worship God and Jesus. We are an army serving God. We cannot fight against evil, temptation, guilt, deceit,…

Acts 2:39 (NIV), Acts 2:40 (NIV), Acts 2:41 (NIV), Acts 2:43 (NIV), Acts 2:44 (NIV), Acts 2:45 (NIV), Acts 2:46 (NIV)

Everyday They Met Together...

They praised The Lord EVERYDAY! What kind of world would we live in if we did that? The Bible shows a time when worshipping God was not left for only Sundays. It occurred at home, not ONLY the church,…

Acts 2:46 (NIV)

God wants Us to Give!

As people are coming together, they are giving too. God gave us life, He protects us from Satan, and He sacrificed His one and only Son. If we are to follow God, we too must learn how to give. Perhaps…

Acts 2:45 (NIV)

The Church can bring People Together!

Here, it says they came together and everyone had everything in common. Imagine what it would be like if our Christians today dropped our differences and embraced what we have in common: the love of Jesus…

Acts 2:44 (NIV)

Breaking of Bread

I believe this section defines and symbolizes the importance of church activities and communion. Some may disagree, but the breaking of bread in this section symbolizes the broken body of Christ during…

Acts 2:38 (NIV), Acts 2:42 (NIV)

When is the Right Time to Get Baptized

Peter states here that we must repent and get Baptized for our forgiveness of sins. Many Christians will Baptize their child at birth. Others believe that you must accept Christ in your heart first. There…

Acts 2:38 (NIV)

Repent and be Baptized

Here, the Bible makes it clear that we must turn from sin and identify ourselves with Christ. Baptism PRONOUNCES it. Our Christians today may choose to "pronounce" their child a follower upon birth, which,…

Acts 2:38 (NIV)

Take Nothing

Jesus wants us to not only rely on God, but also have faith in Him to provide our needs. We all need food, water, and shelter, but can we trust God to find a way? What better way to demonstrate faith…

Luke 9:3 (NIV)

Take Nothing

Jesus wants us to not only rely on God, but also have faith in Him to provide our needs. We all need food, water, and shelter, but can we trust God to find a way? What better way to demonstrate faith…

Luke 9:3 (NIV)

Take Nothing

Jesus not only wants us to rely on God, but a also have faith in God to provide for our needs. We all need food water and shelter, but can we trust God that He will find a way? Follow the ways of Jesus…