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October, 2003
Results of Intimacy With God—Part 2 (Nancy Missler)
When our spirit is renewed, one of the benefits is that our spiritual intuition—our ability to understand what God is saying to us—is heightened.

September, 2003
Results of Intimacy With God (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains why a clear conscience is a must for Christians who desire intimacy with God.

September, 2003
What “Causes” Homosexuality?—Part 3 (Dr. John Ankerberg)
Is it really true that 10% of the population is homosexual? If not, how did this figure get ingrained in our society? Can homosexuals change?

August, 2003
Experiencing the Presence of God (Nancy Missler)
How can you move from knowing about God to knowing him? Nancy Missler shows us, using Moses as an example.

August, 2003
What “Causes” Homosexuality?—Part 2 (Dr. John Ankerberg)
This time we find out that the Bailey and Pillard study on identical twins wasn’t as scientific as we’ve been led to believe. Nor were the conclusions reached as convincing.

July, 2003
Do We Really Know God? (Nancy Missler)
Can we really know God intimately? Nancy Missler says yes, and she explains why it is important for us to have that type of relationship with Him..

July, 2003
What “Causes” Homosexuality?—Part 1 (Dr. John Ankerberg)
Are people really “born gay”? Dr. Ankerberg looks at one of the studies that is used to prove that theory, and shows that the results are tainted by several factors, including researcher bias.

June, 2003
Complete in Christ (Nancy Missler)
Suffering is a tool God uses to make us “perfect” and “complete,” because through it we learn to bar ourselves from sin and self and cling to God.

May, 2003
Sweet Aroma of Love (Nancy Missler)
What is it that causes a “sweet aroma” to rise from us to God? Nancy Missler explains.

April, 2003
Dwelling in His Presence—Part Three (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains that entering God’s presence at the Incense Altar of our hearts is contingent upon the sanctification of our outward man and the purification of our spirit.

March, 2003
Dwelling in His Presence—Part Two (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler likens our sanctification with the ceremony accompanying the offering of sacrifices on the Brazen Altar in the Old Testament Tabernacle.

February, 2003
Dwelling in His Presence (Nancy Missler)
The question Nancy Missler addresses in this article is, “Why are so many Christians running to and fro across the land trying to experience the presence of God if, all the time He dwells within?”

January, 2003
Warnings for the Dark Night of the Soul (Nancy Missler)
Three areas we need to watch out for when we are going through difficult times are demonic lies, false visions and false prophecies, and the feeling of wanting to quit or give up. Nancy Missler shows us how to avoid these traps.

December, 2002
The Goal and Purposes of the Dark Night of the Soul (Nancy Missler)
Among the goals Nancy Missler gives are: freedom from self-ownership; developing unshakable trust and faith; and abandoning ourselves to God's will.

November, 2002
What Do We Do in the Night Seasons? (Nancy Missler)
What should we be doing when everything seems to be going wrong in our lives? When God seems far away? Nancy Missler explains that the essential answer to that question is to “trust in the name of the Lord.” She also lists other things we can do while we wait on the Lord.

October, 2002
Despair and Rebellion (Nancy Missler)
When you are in the middle of the “dark night of the spirit” do you feel like giving up, shutting down and dying? Do you feel like death would be a relief? Nancy Missler explains why such reactions might be “normal” but it’s not necessary to act on them.

September, 2002
Disappointed Hope (Nancy Missler)
What exactly is hope? It’s an anticipation of something or someone. It’s a desire that is accompanied by confident expectation. It means looking forward to something, some occurrence, some condition. What happens when everything we think God has “promised” us doesn’t come about? Is our hope disappointed?

August, 2002
How Do We Feel During the Dark Night of the Spirit? (Nancy Missler)
The feeling that we have been abandoned by the Lord is one of the most difficult emotions that we will encounter during the hard times. But does God ever leave us?

July, 2002
The Way of the Cross (Nancy Missler)
God not only desires to make us holy, He also wants to conform us into His image by removing anything that would prevent His life from flowing through us. God accomplishes both these purposes by the cross. Nancy Missler explains.

June, 2002
What is the Dark Night of the Spirit? (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler suggests that the “dark night of the spirit” is where God focuses on our inward man, who we are, and does what is necessary to conform us to Himself.

May, 2002
Our Human Spirit—Part Three (Nancy Missler)
Are we really willing to be sanctified body, soul and spirit? Are we prepared for what that really means? Nancy Missler explains what is involved.

April, 2002
Our Human Spirit—Part Two (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler has explained that our spirits have three functions designed to connect us to God. Last month, the discussion centered around our conscience: where God teaches us what His will is. This month we’ll look at “intuition” and “communion and fellowship”.

March, 2002
The Function of Our Spirit—Part One (Nancy Missler)
Our spirit has three main functions that are essential to our communication with God: conscience, intuition and communion. This month Nancy Missler explains “conscience”.

February, 2002
Our Human Spirit (Nancy Missler)
What is the human spirit? What role does it play in our communion and communication with God? Nancy Missler explains.

February, 2002
“Jimmy” (Kristin England)
Abortion doesn’t only affect women. This month Kristin England shares the story of Jimmy Murphy, who was as much a victim of abortion as his girlfriend. Jimmy relates his struggles, and how he found peace with God.

January, 2002
“Happy New You!” (Kristin England)
We may not always be happy, but we can have joy no matter how bad things are. Kristin England explains how new life in Christ can result in a joyful new you, regardless of your circumstances.

January, 2002
What Do We Do When Trouble Comes? Part 3 (Nancy Missler)
What do you do when confronted with a difficult situation? Nancy Missler says try putting on the “full armor of God,” and respond with praise!

December, 2002
What Do We Do When Trouble Comes?—Part 2 (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains why it is important, in times of trouble, that we cease doubting, cease fighting, guard against discouragement, and stop blaming others.

December, 2001
Gifts (Kristin England)
Gifts from God are far greater than any earthly gifts we could ever receive. This month Kristin England talks about Spiritual Gifts: gifts given by God to be used in His kingdom. Take the test to see where your gifts lie, then get busy using them.

November, 2001
What Do We Do When Trouble Comes? (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler says there are several things we need to do when trouble comes into our lives. We’ll look at three of them this month: stand still (and let God work in us); rest in His promises; and stop asking “Why?”

November, 2001
Death Row (Kristin England)
Have you seen news accounts of parents on trial for killing their babies? They are found guilty of murder. So are we who abort our children, yet they are sentenced, and we are free. How can this be when the only difference is a little time?

October, 2001
Does Anybody Care? (Nancy Missler)
During difficult times we often get the feeling that we are nobodies, that there isn’t anybody who cares what we are going through. Our soul becomes a battlefield of confusion, hurt feelings and broken dreams.

October, 2001
Laura’s Story (Kristin England)
This month Kristin shares the story of another woman’s struggles with the aftermath of abortion, and her testimony of how God forgave her and released her from the guilt.

September, 2001
Passing Through the Night (Nancy Missler)
This month Kristin shares the story of another woman’s struggles with the aftermath of abortion, and her testimony of how God forgave her and released her from the guilt.

September, 2001
With All My Heart (Kristin England)
In this article, Kristin England answers the question, "What was the most important healing factor after my abortion?" Her answer? "Love God."

August, 2001
Benefits of the Dark Night of the Soul (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains that by going through the difficult times, we should be able to come away not only with a clearer understanding of ourselves, but also with a complete dependence upon God.

August, 2001
Truth or Consequences (Kristin England)
Kristin England reveals how she learned the importance of the truth—and the terrible price to be paid when we ignore or break God’s laws.

July, 2001
Who Experiences the Dark Night? (Nancy Missler)
Why does God send the "dark nights"? Nancy Missler explains how hard circumstances in our lives relate the our salvation, our conviction and our sanctification.

July, 2001
When God Wakes You Up (Kristin England)
Does guilt or anxiety keep you awake at night? Kristin England explains how she received the peace to allow her to sleep well at night, and the joy she now gets when God "wakes her up" to spend time with Him in prayer.

June, 2001
Two Night Seasons (Nancy Missler)
 

June, 2001
Kimura-Lea (Kristin England)
The recent death of a young friend caused Kristin England to remember how God comforted her after her abortion. She shares her thoughts this month.

May, 2001
The Fire of His Love (Nancy Missler)
Why does God allow us to suffer? Are there any benefits to us? Nancy Missler explains.

May, 2001
Where’s Your Money? (Kristin England)
Can money solve your problems? Can buying things for people make them your friends? What happens when the money runs out? Kristin England explains how she learned to put money in the proper perspective in her life.

April, 2001
The Fellowship of His Suffering (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explores the idea of "participating in His suffering" and explains that suffering is actually a normal part of the Christian life.

April, 2001
"Lonely" (Kristin England)
Kristin England explains how she came to realize the importance of having godly friends in her life.

March, 2001
What is "The Dark Night"? (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler talks about those difficult times that every believer faces and suggests a purpose for them. She also gives an example of a "dark night" faced by Jesus, our example.

March, 2001
A Life Changed—Paul’s Story (Kristin England)
When Kristin England spoke in her church about what God had done in her life following her abortion, she had no way of knowing how that would impact others. This month she shares a letter from a man telling her how her story changed his life.

February, 2001
Shield of Faith (Nancy Missler)
Are you ever overwhelmed by Satan’s "arrows" in your life? Nancy Missler describes how and when we should don the "shield of faith."

February, 2001
The Power of A Testimony (Kristin England)
What can happened when Kristin England tells others about how she saw God’s grace in her life? She tells us this month about how her testimony touched another’s life.

January, 2001
Why is Faith so Important? (Nancy Missler)
Faith affects everything we think, say and do. Nancy Missler shows various ways faith operates in the lives of Christians.

January, 2001
Home (Kristin England)
In a deeply moving article, Kristin England describes her memorial tribute to her aborted son and the steps she had to take before she could make that tribute.

December, 2000
Faith is Not a Feeling (Nancy Missler)
What happens to your faith when you are faced with a devastating tragedy? Nancy Missler explores that question from painful personal experience.

December, 2000
"Forgiven" (Kristin England)
It’s one thing to understand with your head that God has forgiven your sins. It is quite another to figure how to forgive yourself—or even if that is necessary. Kristin England explains her own journey to find the answers.

November, 2000
Why is Faith so Important?—Part One (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains what faith is, and looks particularly at the life of Abraham to see what a difference faith made in his life.

November, 2000
Meet the Bridegroom! (Kristin England)
Kristin England describes what she felt when she was disappointed by a former boyfriend who turned out to be no friend at all. Where did she turn? How did she find what she really needed?

October, 2000
Ways God Reveals His Will to Us (Nancy Missler)
Nancy Missler explains why prayer and fasting are important actions we can use when approaching God to discern His will for our lives.

October, 2000
Tears in a Bottle (Kristin England)
When your sorrow is overwhelming, where can you go to find solace? Is there any relief for the Christian who is suffering over loss? Kristin England tells what she discovered through her own experience.

September, 2000
God’s Promises: Fulfilled in His Way (Nancy Missler)
How often have you "given up" on God because a promise was not fulfilled within what you considered a "reasonable" time frame? Nancy Missler give examples from the Bible, as well as from her own experience of promises fulfilled—in God’s time frame, and in God’s way!

September, 2000
"Sundown" (Kristin England)
"Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath." Kristin England explains how she had to deal with her anger following her abortion, and gives Scriptural principles for you to follow if you are dealing with the anger issue yourself.
"Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath." Kristin England explains how she had to deal with her anger following her abortion, and gives Scriptural principles for you to follow if you are dealing with the anger issue yourself.

August, 2000
Knowing God’s Will Personally (Nancy Missler)
We CAN know God’s will for our lives. Nancy Missler looks at ways God has revealed it to us, and how we can recognize it.

August, 2000
Out of Control (Kristin England)
In this article Kristin England explores the issue of anger: how does it affect your life, your relationships with people and with God? How can you avoid having your anger become a sin?

July, 2000
Our Own Free Will (Mrs. Nancy Missler)
God has given us the right to choose. The question becomes, what will we choose? Will our choices please God? Or pull us away from Him?

July, 2000
"When I’m On My Knees" (Kristin England)
What do you do, where do you turn, when your strength is gone? When it seems that you simply cannot go on, or bear your burdens any longer? Kristin England offers a source of hope and of strength that is available whenever you need it!

June, 2000
Will We Trust God? (Nancy Missler)
Many times throughout our lives we will face situations too hard for us to handle on our own. During those times will we trust God, or lean on our own strength? Nancy Missler gives an example of what can happen when we trust.

June, 2000
Pride of Life (Kristin England)
Kristin England continues the discussion of how post abortion syndrome impacted her life. What happened when she allowed pride to get in her way?
(Kristin will be happy to hear from you if you, or someone close to you, are experiencing the emotion impact of an abortion. Email using the "feedback" button next to this article, or write c/o Harbor Lighthouse, PO Box 8977, Chattanooga, TN 37414)

May, 2000
Sin, Self and the Love of God (Nancy Missler)
We must learn to free ourselves of sin and self in order to become conduits of God’s Love. Nancy Missler explains how this can happen.

May, 2000
Abba, Father (Kristin England)
Does it make a difference if you give God control of your life? If you do, how will He treat you? Is he a strict disciplinarian, a tender, loving "daddy"? A combination of both—depending on our need? Kristin England explains how she found out.

April, 2000
Sanctification (Nancy Missler)
What is sanctification, and how does God work in us to achieve it? How is Peter a good example of the process of sanctification?

April, 2000
"I Was Blind" (Kristin England)
There is physical blindness, which Kristin experiences during a frightening episode a few years ago, and there is spiritual blindness—which you may be experiencing now. Kristin explains how that spiritual blindness can be cured—by the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ!
(Note: This article is part of a continuing series. If you are seeking help recovering from your own abortion, you will receive the most benefit if you start with the first article (Streams of Life archives, December 1999).

March, 2000