Living Well ← Dan Jarvis

Turning Concept into Concrete

Feb

11

2015

Christianity is not really about “believing” something. Jesus did call us to some beliefs that will result in a dramatic change of thinking, lifestyle, direction, and destiny. But we were never meant to postulate and consider – and then do nothing after that! The best beliefs, the best-laid business plans, the best political ideas ...

Use It and Lose It! 5

Jan

20

2014

I’ve never thought of myself as a dieter. I still don’t. But today I feel a sense of control, a sense of health, and a sense of cheer that I haven’t enjoyed in years. And that’s because of a little tool on my phone that has translated into some big changes for me: The LoseIt ...

Worry-Free, Not Care-Free

Dec

19

2013

Imagine a place where you could let go of your fears, trust God for life’s outcomes, and relax in a quiet-yet-confident Christian existence. I know, that would be heaven on earth. And that’s the problem. If God wanted you in heaven, you’d already be there. No, the elimination of worldly worries is only part of ...

How to Be Sexually Pure, and Why

Nov

22

2013

God created sex to be a wonderful, satisfying and loving expression of commitment, joy and lifetime relationship. It is certainly among His greatest gifts to humankind. However, sex can also be a devastating and sad part of life, when used outside of God’s boundaries and intentions. His audio message goes right to the “owner’s manual” ...

6-Week Startup into Christianity 1

Nov

21

2013

So, you’re interested in following Jesus? Or perhaps you’ve even made a first-step commitment to follow Him? What’s the next step? And the step after that? The 6WeekStartup is a free and simple guide you can download and print off, and keep with your Bible for awhile. In it, you’ll find an easy way to practice various ...

God is a Safety Hazard 1

Nov

14

2013

Safety consumes a lot of our attention; from airbags to bug repellent, alarm systems to insurance policies. But the greatest source of danger might be the One you are praying will keep you safe. His plans for you are disruptive, risky, adventurous, and costly. But those are the same plans that give you meaning in ...

Approval Addiction 1

Oct

18

2013

Are you afraid of what other people think? Are you more concerned about what others think of you then, well, what you yourself believe is right? I came across a helpful Proverb in the Bible: “The fear of man brings a snare, but he who trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” (Proverbs 29:25) See ...

Watch Out for Greed

Aug

3

2013

“Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions” (Luke 12:15). This warning from Jesus puts us on notice regarding one of the most dangerous temptations human beings face: greed. Consider the fact that the lust for “more” will: Distract you ...

A Delightful Pause – Interview

Apr

16

2013

Pastor Craig Clapper was given a unique “dream come true” sabbatical experience-a 54-day hike along the Appalachian Trail. His “pause” lasted four months and brought him closer to the Lord than he’d ever been. I was able to interview him shortly after his return. What was the state of your ministry prior to the sabbatical? ...

Moving Past Zero

Apr

8

2013

Imagine using a line graph to picture our struggle to change. Any activity below zero would indicate steps taken to battle sins like lust, greed, hatred, and selfishness. Any activity above zero would indicate steps of positive obedience like prayer, witnessing, serving, and giving. Now, if we were to graph the life of the average Christian, ...