Hope & Faith

You can be clothed in the sense of your own virtue (self-righteousness), but to be so, is to be like the emperor with no clothes, for true virtue, comes from true love and God is, the divine, supernatural presence of absolute, true love.

We may not have much invested in our relationship with God, but He has everything invested in His relationship with us. And this covenant relationship God has made with us can be far more intimate than any kind of sexual relationship between human beings.
I say “can be” because it remains a one‐sided relationship until we pursue God. While we can't know Him intimately until we pursue Him, He already knows us better than we know ourselves.
“O LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off. You comprehend my path and my lying down, And are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, O LORD, You know it altogether. You have hedged me behind and before, and laid Your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; It is high, I cannot attain it.” (Psalm 139:1b–6 NKJV)
So it's not like He doesn't know us well enough, that when we cheat on Him, He just treats it like a lunch date.

Walking up to random people on the street to talk about life and love is, at first, one of the scariest, most awkward things we could do...until those same people decide to sit down and share. That’s when something beautiful happens.

Everyday we pass strangers on the sidewalk. We see differences, we make assumptions. World Race Films’ very own Zack VanderWall went to the square and sat down with some strangers to find out what their thoughts were on beauty, love, and more in some very unconventional conversations.

We have some crazy product warnings here in the United States. Like the sign above the urinal in the men’s bathroom that reads: “Do not drink the water.” Who are these men, anyway, that would mistake a urinal for a drinking fountain? While it's hard to believe that any rational human being would require these more ridiculous warning labels, the need for such labels must have some basis in reality—a few folks are apparently a little short on the rational.
I used to be a little short on the rational when it came to using faith in God. I needed a warning label that read: “Warning! It is not in your best interest to use faith to pursue your own self‐interest!”
When I became a believer, I was mainly interested in promoting my own self‐interest. But using faith to pursue my own selfish interests has proven to be as misguided as not using faith at all.
“And do not seek what you should eat or what you should drink, nor have an anxious mind. For all these things the nations of the world seek after, and your Father knows that you need these things. But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you. Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell what you have and give alms; provide yourselves money bags which do not grow old, a treasure in the heavens that does not fail, where no thief approaches nor moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Luke 12:29–34 NKJV)
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A little child, is without worldly pride or the cares and concerns of the world. They have no thought for their survival and their heart is open.

Have you ever worried you don’t have enough time in your day? Have you ever wanted to add another day to your life? Step into the future—and back into the past—and take a step of faith with Pastor Doug Batchelor and Amazing Facts of Faith.

In the late 1600s, Port Royal in Jamaica was known as the "Wickedest City on Earth." Built on a sandbar in one of the world's best natural harbors, Port Royal was the home of the most feared pirates in the Caribbean. At 11:43am on June 7, 1692, came the Great Earthquake. The quake affected the entire island of Jamaica, but Port Royal suffered the greatest damage. During this earthquake, Lewis Galdy was swallowed up by the sand as the city sunk into the ocean. While buried alive he prayed to God, and then something miraculous happened that would forever change him.

Once the biggest volcano in the world, now the Taal volcano is considered one of the smallest in the world, but deadliest. This ticking time bomb is sure to blow, but it doesn't hold back the millions of people from flocking to its scenic splendor.

Have you ever heard the saying, “Everything is bigger in Texas”? That might actually be true when you take into account the cowboy hats, the wide-ranging ranches, and the tall tales. But there is another saying that goes back longer and deeper—“Remember the Alamo.” Do you feel tired and weak—outnumbered by the conflicts raging around you? Remember the heroes of faith!

Do you ever wonder if you have a purpose in life? Even if you're looking for greener pastures, God can help you prosper where you are—and it just might be exactly where He wants you to be. Enjoy this inspiring, encouraging Amazing Facts of Faith with Pastor Doug Batchelor.

Brother Mel participates in a "Holy
Ghost" forum held by Joe Jordan, speaking on the subject of "Walking in the Spirit" and flowing in other tongues and interpretation.

More and more of the world is turning to renewable forms of energy to power their needs. But in many places, the potential for all this power isn’t being harnessed. Interestingly, that very same phenomenon is happening in our spiritual lives—we're not harnessing the power God has in store for us to live a Christ-like life. How can you change that? Join Pastor Doug for another episode of "Amazing Facts of Faith"!

Go deeper in your faith and prayer life with Pastor Doug Batchelor as he explores the incredible sights and wonders made possible only by SCUBA—Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus.

Communication today has been transformed by the use of SMS Texting. Did you know that the Philippines accounts for more texting data processing than the USA and Europe combined? Watch to learn more.

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Have you ever heard a mouse howl? Well, what do you expect would happen when a little mouse changes its destiny from hapless prey to mighty predator? Watch this next video in the Amazing Facts of Faith series to see what all the howling is about!

The brightest manmade light in the world resides atop the famous Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, but what is its purpose?

The bowhead whale is an extraordinary underwater behemoth—but also part of the menagerie of strange and interesting paradoxes we so often find in nature. Though these whales have been given much power, they are gentle giants navigating the oceans for our enjoyment and study. In this video, you will find out how God uses the little things in life to do great things.

An Australian potato farmer proves that it's not how you start a race, but how you finish one, with his unexpected win of the inaugural Sydney to Melbourne Ultramarathon in 1983 at 61 years of age.

In the Philippines, the king of the road is the "Jeepney." Find out how that came to be and discover how unique each Jeepney really is—as Pastor Doug Batchelor takes you for a ride through the hustle and bustle of Manila!

A brief biography of David Du Plessis, South African Pentecostal whom God used to bring knowledge of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts to old-line denominations leading up to the Charismatic Movement.