Resources for Christian Study
Below are some tools to help you deepen your walk with the Lord and expand your knowledge of who He is, what He has done, and who He has called you to be.
You can listen to sermons, read articles, and learn about our books. Please feel free to share these resources with those you know who would also glean from it.
Credit Mark Henslee
Devotional Thoughts
Investing in the Training Ground and Victory Property of the Wilderness
The wilderness. We read about it in the Bible; Mark’s preached and written on it before; and we’ve experienced our own wildernesses; individually and as a couple. Today, I saw not one but two thoughts on the wilderness. I’ve come to learn that anytime something is repeatedly highlighted, it may be God trying to get…
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False Evidence Appearing Real
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, NIV Come Quick! “Mark!?! Mark!?!” I could hear the panic in her voice even though she was trying to keep herself under control. I opened the door to find our slightly frantic neighbor from across…
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My Hope Is Not In The Ballot Box
I voted today. It wasn’t a passionate process like some times in the past. In fact, there was only one candidate that I really wanted to vote for, and ironically, that was in a non-contested race for a local position. Most of the people I voted for were either based on best guess or while…
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McGuire Minute October 2024
Psalm 139:23-24 (NLT) – “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.” I was reminded of self-examination in my readings today. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and with that…
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Filled Full For Purpose
We were at a hotel some time ago, and after checking in I grabbed a luggage cart and rolled it out to the car. It rolled just fine. I loaded our bags on the cart and then started to roll it into the hotel to our room. It didn’t roll nearly as well. In fact,…
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Created and Surrendered For Purpose
The couple had consulted specialists and decided that humanly there was no hope for them to bear a child of their own. But the desire was deep; a longing for something that they couldn’t have. So they petitioned the Lord. Pleading for a long time, until one day, they received the answer. The desire of…
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To-Do List Relationship
I function best when I work from a to-do list. Generally, I have an ongoing to-do list that I’m adding things to the bottom of while crossing off completed tasks. It gets rewritten every couple of weeks when the paper is filled or enough things have been crossed off that it’s time to start afresh. …
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Feeding on the Right Food
I like meat. Meat and potatoes or rice, supplemented with a few vegetables for color. If there is no meat, it does not qualify as a meal in my opinion. Growing up, my mom would plan meals around the meat. For example, if grilled chicken was the meat, then she would plan sides to complement…
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Treasures in Deep Relationships
We recently visited some friends. Towards the beginning of the visit, our hosts were wanting to plan lots of activities. They love to share their home and the many incredible things that are nearby. It’s fun to do new things and experience God’s creation in their area of the country. As great as the exploring…
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Two Are Better Than One
We got a new air conditioner for the ministry’s fifth wheel trailer that we’ve called home for a while. The unit weighs about 100 pounds. Light enough that I can pick it up and move it around, but heavy enough that I can’t pick it up very high. That’s where the issue came in. I…
Read More"If you've ever been interested in the topic of Spiritual Warfare, local authors Mark and Dallas Henslee have written a book that you just HAVE to read! Well-written, specific and Biblically sound, this book will help you understand the realities of spiritual warfare, and how to fight the battle successfully through the power of Jesus Christ!"
Heather Trost, The Greatest Gift Bookstore
Luis and His Tangled Mixed-Up, Sticky, Wobbly Web of Emotions
A Children's Book on Grief for ages 5-10
In this book, Luis navigates his emotions after his grandfather's sudden, unexpected death. Join Luis and Tim as they talk about the emotional web of grief. This book uses the ebb and flow of color, as well as the storyline, to help children understand and navigate the grief of losing someone special in their lives.
(Fully illustrated, 40 pages, paper cover book, 9 x 9 inches also available in Audio only, Read along--audio with illustrations, and eBook versions)
JennyLyne and the Science Fair Incident
A Children's Book on Forgiveness for ages 5-10
JennyLyne vs the Guinea Hens
A Children's Book on Forgiveness for ages 5-10
Join JennyLyne on her misadventures through a neighbor's garden, laundry line, and mango tree. Through these experiences, JennyLyne learns about Jesus' love in addition to how forgiveness impacts us all. This is the first story in a series of books for children regarding forgiveness.
(Fully illustrated, 34 pages, paper cover book, 9 x 9 inches also available in Audio only, Read along--audio with illustrations, and eBook versions)
Reflections: Living Right-Side Up in an Upside-Down World
A Devotional Resource
This is a collection of 52 stories combining real life experiences and spiritual principles. Previously included in our monthly blog distribution, these selections are no longer available on the website as stand alone entries. Purchase your copy to relive your favorite stories with Biblical application.
Available in electronic or paperback formats
Breaking the Burdensome Yoke
Breaking the Burdensom Yoke: A Discipleship Course in Forgiving and Grieving
Forgiving and grieving go beyond theoretical concepts. Know you need to forgive, but you just can't seem to figure out how? Grieving but feel like everyone thinks you should be "over it" by now? This book is for you.
Breaking the Burdensome Yoke walks the reader through the why, what, and how aspects of forgiveness and grief. These are active processes, and yet, we often get stuck along the way. Those that have already read the book are saying things like, "I didn't know I needed to forgive that; This helped me understand my grief better; and Everyone needs this book!"
Available in electronic or paperback formats
Behind Enemy Lines
Behind Enemy Lines: A Discipleship Course in Spiritual Warfare
Revised and Expanded Second Edition
We had so many questions from readers that we decided to expand the teaching included in this book. Additionally, you will find a dedicated Question and Answer section in the appendix.
Behind Enemy Lines takes a look at the power of the Holy Spirit and how we walk in victory rather than defeat and how that often creates questions among those we encounter. You will be reminded of your identity in Christ and be guided toward applying biblical principles of doing like Jesus did. You will uncover practical insights for participating in what God is doing in and through His children when they submit to His will.
Available in electronic or paperback formats
Sermons & Short Stories
In addition to offering our blogs in print, you can listen to some of our God stories (some would call these testimonies).
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Short Stories:
Worship through Flagging
Why Use Flags in Worship?
“Why flags?” Well, because there is Scriptural basis, complimented by abundant symbolism in color and movement, and because worship is part of our spiritual warfare arsenal. Synonyms for flags include banner, sign, signal, standard, standard-bearer, and symbol. While flags as we know them today are not mentioned specifically in Scripture, the present day…
Continue ReadingAre Worship Flags Biblical?
Where does the use of praise banners and worship flags come from? Yes, flag worship is biblical, although there is no specific Scripture that commands us to use them in worship today. Think of the flag bearer or standard bearer in biblical times. We can even look to Scripture to see God in a…
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