Frank Santora
This Hebrew word, Rapha, is used sixty times in the Old Testament, and it means to “restore, to heal, to cure and to repair.” For example, in 1 Kings 18:30 says Elijah, “repaired (raphe) the altar of ...
Albert Mohler
Evangelical Christians will either stand upon the authority and total truthfulness of the Bible, or we will inevitably capitulate to the secular worldview....
Lianna Davis
According to Jude’s personalized introduction, the Christian faith is to impact us in a fitting, subjective way. Meaning, we must be able to say, “This is my truth, my faith, my Lord,” and I am c...
Bethany Verrett
Typically, seeking godly counsel from the Holy Spirit can help with big choices like moving, witnessing to a neighbor who may not be saved, or making other big life changes. Going to the Lord should b...
What does the bad eye refer to in Matthew 20:15? It refers to an eye that cannot see the beauty of grace. It cannot see the brightness of generosity. It cannot see unexpected blessing to others as a p...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
When you think about Mary and Martha, we should acknowledge both of these women for their great faith. They were both committed to the cause of Christ; they were both loved by Jesus, and they were bot...
Heather Adams
After a recent protest at the US Capitol turned violent, many of us were left reeling. We felt angry, afraid, even enraged. God understands these feelings, but He does not condone violence or hatred. ...
Emma Danzey
We are the “spiritual toddlers” when our impatience gets the best of us. But Jesus is so faithful. He is with us. He sees things that we cannot understand. When He asks us to be patient, it is for rea...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
"Today you will be with me in paradise" may be the most shocking statement in the Easter narrative. Can being saved really be that simple?...
Kristi Walker
Is it true? Did He pay the full price for my sin, and yet I still “owe” Him my life? If it is truly finished, if God is satisfied, if I am justified, why must I live a life as a “living sacrifice?”...
Meg Bucher
The Crucifixion of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. All of Scripture leads up to this pinnacle moment in the history of humanity. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, gave His life in order t...
Kirk Abatelli
Does lack of excitement mean that we lack passion for God? Or does lack of enthusiasm mean our passion for Christ is gone? Not at all. Many would define passion today as a barely controllable emotio...
Emma Danzey
So many wonderful people have worked hard to provide a variety of styles to help readers grow deeper in their walks with the Lord through the Scriptures. Sometimes it feels like time for a change or a...
Lia Martin
Every spring, we’re offered a beautiful opportunity to “…throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles” (Hebrews 12:1). So whether you are considering giving up something for ...
You discover your theology at midnight. Until then, it's all theoretical. When midnight comes, you discover the difference between theory and reality....
Bethany Verrett
The suffering in this life that induces fear is something that Jesus overcame on the cross, and even death has no true power over those who have a relationship with Him. Knowing that in the head does ...
Sheila Alewine
I am so grateful that my earthly father had trusted the words of our Heavenly Father. He had beheld the Son and believed, and now, all the promises God made have come to their full experience for him....
Michael Jakes
How do we deal with the death of a loved one? In spite of death’s inevitability, you would think we would be prepared for it; but this is not always the case. The loss of a loved one can be a harrowin...
Rachel Lehner
Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the LORD. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart— they do no wrong but follow his ways. ...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
Worship is a privilege only true believers can enjoy. As believers, God invites us into his presence and gives us the ability to come before the throne of grace. One way we enter his presence is throu...