One woman's story of God's faithfulness in her life, and how His Word brought true and lasting healing to a grievous situation. From Nightmare To Hope ... It was September of 2010. I had just experienced the worst nightmare a person could have. My husband of 24 years had told me he didn’t want to be married to me anymore. I can’t begin to explain how deeply I was hurt by this revelation. After talking with my pastor, he referred me to Mark Baker, as he trusted his counsel and knew I would Continue Reading
New Marriage Classes
Does your marriage need a tune-up? Or are you struggling in a difficult relationship, as you wonder what God's design and intent for marriage really is? Maybe you're single and hoping to prepare your heart for what God may have for you in the future. Wherever you're at in your marriage journey, Hope For Life's biblical equipping class, Marriage For The Wise, can bring greater clarity, vision, and hope - through the practical, life-giving application of God's Word. Join us as we Continue Reading
Love & Respect: Biblical?
Love and Respect. Wildly popular and a continuing bestseller. So, is it a biblical and helpful book, or just another “spirit of the age” fad deceiving and hurting many? How do we establish which one it is? Well, let’s exercise our biblical discernment to find out. What we do know is that many people, pastors, and ministry leaders are recommending and praising it. Some are touting it as the best book they’ve read on marriage. Love and Respect has won numerous awards, including “Book Continue Reading
2 Kinds of Hope
Suffering, conflict, and pain are universal. We are all guaranteed to experience hardship. Yet, some people handle difficulties far better than others. What makes the difference? Simply this: how well equipped we are according to God's wisdom and truth as revealed in His written Word. What is the source of your hope? Undoubtedly, you have conflict and struggles; but how equipped are you for handling these challenges? How equipped are those you love? There are two kinds Continue Reading