The Gift of Joy

The Gift of Joy

Do not confuse joy with feelings of happiness only when life is good. Remember this Christmas season that Jesus’ birth and life are centered on JOY!

DRESSING UP FOR CHRISTMAS

DRESSING UP FOR CHRISTMAS

Once naked and ashamed, we will one day receive eternal garments of holiness because of a baby wrapped in a simple cloth.

Big Trust for a Big God

Big Trust for a Big God

Mary trusted God in a BIG way! Where is God showing you to trust BIG in Him?

THE REALITY OF LOVE

THE REALITY OF LOVE

True and perfect love does what is good for us not what feels good to us. Check out this great reminder of the true loving message of Christmas.

FOLLOW THE STAR

FOLLOW THE STAR

Ever wondered how the Wise men could influence your leadership today? Check out these three ways they displayed leadership.

OBEDIENCE THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

OBEDIENCE THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

Mary and Joseph’s obedience changed the world! Will you be obedient to what God has called you to?

THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

Scripture uses β€œlight” to help us understand Jesus. Light is warm, inviting, and captivating. Do you believe in the Light of the World?

Why Was John Allen Chau Willing To Die?

Why Was John Allen Chau Willing To Die?

As the Body of Christ, we must share Chau’s same passion for the unreached people groups. Does your heart burn with a passion for the lost to hear the Good News?

When God Answers Your Broken Heart

When God Answers Your Broken Heart

Zacharias and Elizabeth stayed faithful and prayed with steadfastness. Have you placed your trust in God’s timing and His answer?

HOW TO HANDLE THE TRUTH

HOW TO HANDLE THE TRUTH

Truth is not up to us. Truth is eternal.

HOW TO BE THE BEST COACH

HOW TO BE THE BEST COACH

Are you setting up your people for success? Here are three practices to use for equipping your people.

It is God Who Works in You

It is God Who Works in You

It is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose. Ask God to reveal Himself and His purposes for your life.

The Key to Thanksgiving

The Key to Thanksgiving

What’s the key to living a thankful life? Find out what, why, and how to live this lifestyle here.

Grateful Leaders are Successful Leaders

Grateful Leaders are Successful Leaders

Do YOU have an attitude of gratitude? Grateful leaders are more likely to succeed because attitude changes us and affects the way we lead.

We Go for Souls

β€œPasalo, Pasalo, Pass it, Pass it!” The shouts of children sprinting across the soccer field joyfully filled the air.  A few short dribbles and some fancy footwork, and the ball was off the ground once more, soaring into the back of the net. β€œGOOAAAALLLLLL”

Although this scene may seem like an average game of soccer played between children, it is anything but ordinary.

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Surrounded by poverty and violence, these kids use soccer as a break from the abuse and fear that fills their homes. Soccer gives them a chance to simply be children. This was the case for ILI Alumni, Weimar.

Almost immediately after graduating from an ILI National Conference in 2013, Weimar stepped out in bold obedience and began equipping more leaders in his own nation, Colombia.

His focus? Introducing Christ to Children who live in poverty through the game of Soccer.

Weimar uses soccer to meet a need in the community, organizing a soccer ministry in which the coaches listen, guide, and love each child as if they were their own. The children experience a sense of value, belonging, and acceptance for the first time in their life, all while playing a game of soccer.

Although, soccer is a way of life for the people in Colombia, Weimar is reminded by the constant longing in his heart: Soccer, alone, is not enough. He remembers how desperate his life looked before he knew Jesus, and the great need that exists for these kids to know Him as well.

The kids come to play soccer, but Weimar and his team go for their souls.

Weimar recalls moments when young boys and girls meet Jesus through soccer, as if their past is shed like dirty rags and a new life begins for them. Weimar is able to serve His risen savior through a sport that he loves, watching children meet God for the first time on the soccer field.

Equip leaders like Weimar for #GivingTuesday!
It's one day with endless impact. How will you live a life of
Bold Obedience?

THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE IS A THANKFUL LIFE

THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE IS A THANKFUL LIFE

Gratitude does not come easy- it’s cultivated! Have you taken time to thank God for all He has done?

How To Be Thankful

How To Be Thankful

Thanksgiving isn’t just for a day. It’s a continuous act of worship to God through our hearts, hands, and voices. God is truly worthy of all thanksgiving!

Meet ILI Global Heroes

Meet ILI Global Heroes

Ever wonder how our leaders become the heroes they are today? Read about the Eight Core Values they follow and ask yourself if these are areas you could grow in, too.

Take Heart! Jesus Has Overcome The World.

Take Heart! Jesus Has Overcome The World.

Are you facing difficult obstacles in life? Remember John 16:33 Jesus tells us to take heart for He has already overcome the world!

LIFE WITHOUT FILTERS

LIFE WITHOUT FILTERS

The more unfiltered our lives are, the more we live in healthy relationships with others. Are you willing to live an authentic, unfiltered life?