Author Archives: Jim Klubnik
The testing of Abraham
It’s one thing to say you believe God. It is another to believe God for your children. Abraham’s wife, Sarah, was past the age of childbearing. Then, in a miraculous way, as a result of His promise, God gave them … Continue reading
Holiness–A Rare Commodity
Every day we are faced with decisions. Some are seemingly insignificant. Others are life changing. What motivates the choices we make? Finances? Reputation? Emotions? Influence of others? Isn’t it often a challenge to live a life characterized by truth and … Continue reading
Losing Everything
There was a very wealthy man who lived a long time ago. He feared God. He was a righteous man. He obeyed God. He had a large family. Many would say he had found “the good life.” He could … Continue reading
Is it okay to gamble?
Have you ever been struck by lightning? Have you ever been in a plane crash? No? The odds are even greater that you’ve never won the lottery either. You have about a 14 million to 1 chance of winning the Texas … Continue reading
Can I lose my salvation?
Do you feel lost even though you once were saved? Do you feel abandoned by God because of something you have done? Do you feel like God cancelled your salvation? Do you need a spiritual GPS to help you find your … Continue reading
Sorrow Turned to Joy
The Widow of Nain (Luke 7:11-17) As Jesus neared the gate to the city of Nain, a funeral procession was making its way out of the city. A dead man was being carried through the city gate, accompanied by his widowed … Continue reading
Knowing God’s Will
A missionary once challenged students at a high school retreat, “If you want to be in the will of God more than anything else, then you are in the will of God.” Wow! Really? These kids were at a stage of … Continue reading
“Sir, we would see Jesus”
At the Church of the Open Door in downtown Los Angeles, a plaque was attached to the pulpit, visible only to the speaker, which read, “Sir, we would see Jesus” (John 12:21). Everyone who spoke from the grand pulpit of that … Continue reading