Fern Nichols is an author, former elementary school teacher, and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and the schools they attend. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight this battle, she needed to invite other mothers to pray. She called one mom and asked her to pray with her for their children and school. Her response was an immediate yes, and that was the humble beginning of Moms in Prayer that now spans the U. S. in every state, and is in more than 140 countries. Fern and her husband, Rle, have four grown children and ten grandchildren. Ty Nichols is Fern and Rle's oldest son, and has worked closely with his mom's ministry as a public speaker for many years. He resides in California with his family.
Christians are observing the violence and moral decay in our world and wondering, “Could the end be near? ” Dr. Robert Jeffress argues that while we can’t know for sure what tomorrow will bring, we need to be ready at any moment for Jesus to return and gather His church. To support Pathway to Victory, go to ptv. org/donate.
Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown. He needed a change. Curtis shares how anxiety is more than a problem to solve. It can also lead to powerful spiritual growth.
What does it mean to live passionately for Jesus? According to Pastor Erwin Lutzer, it includes doing good and suffering for it. In this message from 1 Peter 2, Pastor Lutzer invites us to act, believe, and sacrifice like Jesus—even in the face of injustice. As we commit ourselves to the Father, we are living like our Savior did.
Of course, there’s no such thing as a perfect wife or mother . . . but how can you be sure you’re growing in those God-given roles? What specific steps does it take to nurture your family in a way that pleases the Lord?