An increasing number of Christian leaders have resigned because of inappropriate sexual behavior. The regrettable result of these highly publicized sins has been one of two mindsets that have developed in many leaders in His church: “This is unavoidable, and will I be next?” “I would never succumb to such a sin as that!!” Both responses are faulty. Neither fatalism nor arrogance will safeguard you from sin, so how can you avoid Satan’s traps?

In perhaps the most awesome demonstration of "Here I am Lord, use me" obedience, Mary the mother of Jesus offered herself to God's eternal will and bore the Savior of all humankind. As Christmastide 2022 makes its way to our homes, families and homes, take a walk through Beth Taylor's cover story of Charisma's November/December issue, "Ordinary Girl, Extraordinary Surrender." Taylor, the minister-founder of Taylor Ministry Group, brings to vivid relief Mary's humble example by which she connected God the Father to His creation through the gift of God the Son.