MARKINC Ministries

MARKINC Ministries Offering help and hope to hurting people Chuck and Sharon Betters

Philippians talks about the SURPASSING WORTH of knowing Jesus. The fruit of knowing Jesus invites me to experience the f...
09/05/2026

Philippians talks about the SURPASSING WORTH of knowing Jesus. The fruit of knowing Jesus invites me to experience the fruit of the Spirit, those qualities described in Galatians... and to trust and rest in God's character... Truly, the fruit of the Spirit surpasses my human understanding.

To read today's Daily Treasure: https://markinc.org/daily-treasure-devotion/wss16-resting-in-trust

God invites us to bring Him everything—the fears we cannot explain, the burdens we cannot carry, and the hopes we are af...
09/05/2026

God invites us to bring Him everything—the fears we cannot explain, the burdens we cannot carry, and the hopes we are afraid to surrender. He is our refuge in every season.

“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
-Psalm 62:8

The Help & Hope Conference is designed to educate, equip, and mobilize church leaders to respond faithfully to addiction...
09/04/2026

The Help & Hope Conference is designed to educate, equip, and mobilize church leaders to respond faithfully to addiction.

Attendees will experience:

• Theologically grounded teaching
• Practical ministry application
• Collaboration between churches and seminaries
• Resource opportunities for long-term ministry
• Meaningful networking with other ministry leaders

Join us February 25–26, 2027, at Lancaster Bible College as we seek to strengthen the Church’s response to addiction through Biblical truth and gospel-centered hope.

To register: markinc.org/events/2027/2/25/help-hope-conference

Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in Him. I’m learning what it means to rest secure. What God cares about, and dee...
09/04/2026

Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in Him. I’m learning what it means to rest secure. What God cares about, and deeply, is our needs. And it's this simple: you and I have an inescapable need for rest.

To read today's Daily Treasure: https://markinc.org/daily-treasure-devotion/wss16-rest-secure

Fear may come, but it doesn't have to have the final word. When fear rises, we can turn our hearts toward God and place ...
09/04/2026

Fear may come, but it doesn't have to have the final word. When fear rises, we can turn our hearts toward God and place our trust in Him.

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
Psalm 56:3

💙 Thank You to The Addiction Connection!We are grateful to The Addiction Connection for supporting the 2027 MARKINC Mini...
09/04/2026

💙 Thank You to The Addiction Connection!

We are grateful to The Addiction Connection for supporting the 2027 MARKINC Ministries Help & Hope Conference as a Vendor/Resource Table Sponsor!

The Addiction Connection exists to connect the hope of the Gospel to the heart of addiction. Whether you’re battling addiction or walking beside someone who is, they’re here to help — with biblical truth, real support, and a community that cares.

We’re thankful for their partnership and for the resources they will bring to those attending the conference. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect and network with our sponsors, learning more about the resources and support available to individuals and families impacted by addiction.

Together, we’re seeking to bring biblical hope, practical help, and Christ-centered support to individuals and families impacted by addiction.

📅 February 25–26, 2027
📍 Good Shepherd Chapel | Lancaster Bible College | Lancaster, PA

Thank you, The Addiction Connection, for helping us bring hope into the heart of the addiction crisis! 💙

Learn more about the Help & Hope Conference:
markinc.org/events/2027/2/25/help-hope-conference

Several weeks ago, I was pondering the first phrase of verse 6, “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days ...
09/03/2026

Several weeks ago, I was pondering the first phrase of verse 6, “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.” The thought came: I only know what is following me when I turn around and look back. Looking over my shoulder, I see God's goodness in many ways.

To read today's Daily Treasure: https://markinc.org/daily-treasure-devotion/wss16-followed-chased-pursued

Peace doesn't come from having every answer. It comes from fixing our minds on the God who never changes and trusting Hi...
09/03/2026

Peace doesn't come from having every answer. It comes from fixing our minds on the God who never changes and trusting Him with what we cannot control.

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
- Isaiah 26:3

09/03/2026

Depression affects more than 15 million American adults – 6.7% of the population 18 or older. Twenty percent of teens experience depression before adulthood and 70% will have more than one episode of depression before adulthood. 8.3% of these teens suffer depression for at least a year.

Women are twice as likely to suffer from depression.

Untreated su***de is the leading cause of su***de, and su***de is the leading cause of death for young people ages 15 – 24.

These overwhelming statistics demonstrate that depression is a broad life crisis with many unique circumstances. Similarly, in this interview, Danielle’s story demonstrates that depression in young adults is often rooted in childhood. It’s easy to hide depression, and to slowly hide away rather than fight the dark feelings of sadness, loneliness, and worthlessness. Danielle offers help and hope as she describes the steps she took to find her way back to a life of purpose.

Listen to Danielle’s story:
markinc.org/help-and-hope/2017/7/7/loneliness-and-depression-discovering-hope

HELP & HOPE: ADDICTION STORIESAddiction can affect anyone—and its impact reaches far beyond the person struggling. Famil...
09/02/2026

HELP & HOPE: ADDICTION STORIES

Addiction can affect anyone—and its impact reaches far beyond the person struggling. Families hurt. Relationships break. Hope can feel far away.

But God is still at work.

Through our Help & Hope series, MARKINC Ministries has shared real stories of addiction, recovery, family struggles, redemption, and the transforming power of Christ.

These stories touch on struggles such as:

• Drug and substance addiction
• Alcohol addiction
• Po*******hy and sexual addiction
• Eating disorders
• Addiction beginning at a young age
• Loving someone who is struggling
• The impact of addiction on families
• Finding freedom, restoration, and hope

These are more than stories about addiction. They are stories of people—and stories of hope.

If addiction has touched your life or the life of someone you love, we invite you to explore these Help & Hope stories. You may find encouragement, understanding, and a reminder that you are not alone.

There is Help.
There is Hope.
And there is a God who meets us in the places that hurt.

👉 Explore all of our Addiction Help & Hope stories:
markinc.org/help-and-hope/category/Addiction

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