Overcoming Obstacles

Overcoming Obstacles

As we begin a new year, we can quickly realize that the problems and concerns of the past do not simply disappear just because the calendar transitions. Obstacles are inevitable but there is hope because God makes a way for us to navigate through the obstacles of life.

5 Ways to Have a Better Year

5 Ways to Have a Better Year

The start of the new year brings on new year’s resolutions. We all want to be better this year than we were in years past. Here are five ways to help you be successful at setting and completing your goals so you can have a better year!

The Great Epiphany

The Great Epiphany

As you approach the new year, what is your theme word going to be? As you reflect on the ups and downs of the past year, look for ways you can be thankful for the faithfulness of God.

Living Your New Year with Purpose

Living Your New Year with Purpose

Everyone looks forward to a fresh start at the beginning of each new year. This year, discover your purpose and learn how to live it out.




Watching God Move in 2020

Watching God Move in 2020

2020 has been anything but normal. Still, God has moved powerfully through your faithful prayers and support in the most unprecedented year. Take a look at some of ILI's top moments from 2020.

Looking Back at A Year of Gratitude

Looking Back at A Year of Gratitude

As you approach the new year, what is your theme word going to be? As you reflect on the ups and downs of the past year, look for ways you can be thankful for the faithfulness of God.

Using Your Gifts

Using Your Gifts

What spiritual gift has God entrusted you with? Check out this post on how to discover, develop, and deploy your gifts for God’s glory.

God is With Us

God is With Us

This Christmas remember God is With You. It is a great time to reflect on what happened in the manger over two thousand years ago when God gave us the greatest gift of all.



Wise Men Still Follow The Star

Wise Men Still Follow The Star

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

The Greatest Gift

The Greatest Gift

Savior, Christ (or Messiah), the Lord, these titles for the newborn baby told the shepherds long ago and tell us today how important the birth of Jesus really is. Discover why Jesus is the greatest gift we can ever receive.


A Personal Encounter This Christmas

A Personal Encounter This Christmas

This time of year we are looking for so many things to bring us peace, happiness, and love. This Christmas, we hope you have a personal encounter that can change your world forever.


The Benefits of Setting Goals

The Benefits of Setting Goals

With a new year fast approaching, it is important as a leader to know where you want to go! Where do you want to take your team, family, or ministry? The time to set your “GPS” and focus on God-inspired goals for the future is now!

The Real Christmas Tree

The Real Christmas Tree

Christmas trees are an inescapable aspect of Christmas. Have you ever thought about why we use a tree in our decorations and celebration each year? Read more to discover how we can focus on more than a tree this Christmas.

More To Desire This Christmas

More To Desire This Christmas

Christmas is almost here. What are you hoping for most this year? This season is a great time to prepare your heart to desire more of God than ever before. Read more to find out how.

Seven Signs of Success

Seven Signs of Success

By the world's standards, success is about money, power, ratings, followers, etc. But for biblical leaders, success is so much more. Are you a successful leader? Check out the seven signs of successful, biblical leaders to find out!

Fully Experience Advent

Fully Experience Advent

Christmastime is the season of Advent. For many of us, holiday activities can cause distractions instead of us truly focus on what this season is really about. Discover how to fully experience Advent.

A Heart for Christmas

A Heart for Christmas

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas, we want to look back on the birth of Jesus and the journey that took place during that first Christmas, when the world received the greatest gift of all - Jesus.



The Great Omission

The Great Omission

Over time, Christ followers have begun to omit the most important things that Jesus has commanded. Let us take a look look at the Great Commandment to show us how to fulfill all that Jesus intended us to do.

Serve With Joy

Serve With Joy

What does it look like to show God how thankful we really are? Read more to see what gratitude can look like in your life!


When Things Get Muddy

When Things Get Muddy

In a fallen world filled with fallen people, obstacles are expected. It is said that at any given moment in life, you are either walking towards, going through, or coming out of an obstacle. So, how do you respond when things get muddy?