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Does God Work through Divine Intervention?

Stephanie Englehart

We must see that the whole story of the universe, the story of the cross, is the ultimate work of God’s divine intervention and plan. He is always initiating, engaging, adjusting, and personally playi...

How the Good Samaritan Helps Us Love Those We Disagree With

Frank Santora

Hate and prejudice toward any group of people is motivated by the master manipulator – Satan himself.  But God is still on the throne, and if we look to Him, no division is impossible to reconcil...

3 Dangers of an Entitled Attitude

Frank Santora

While it is His will to bless us with things to richly enjoy (Romans 8:32; Matthew 7:11), He doesn’t owe us. That is, we are not “entitled” to anything! He is not a genie that exists for our pleasure;...

The Beauty of Holding Our Possessions in an Open Hand

Candice Lucey

How do people find security when the temporal signs of it – things like a roof over their heads, warm clothes and food – are taken away? It is comforting to remember that Jesus knows what this feels l...

Daniel's Diary

Woodrow Kroll

Long before he was dropped into the lions’ den, Daniel’s faith endured a hostile environment....

Was the Promised Land Really Flowing with Milk and Honey?

Hope Bolinger

Throughout the Bible, the Promised Land of Israel, Jerusalem, is described as a land flowing with milk and honey. In many ways, that was symbolic for prosperity and joy. But was it also literal? Just ...

6 Beautiful Truths about Biblical Hope

Lia Martin

The Psalms are replete with hope in God for deliverance. Isaiah 40:31 assures us those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. Even Job, in his inconceivable situation, proclaims “Though he sl...

What Qualifies Someone to Be a Church Elder?

Melissa Henderson

Most churches have elders of some kind, but what qualifies someone for that task?...

25 Comforting Prayers for the Dying and for Their Families and Loved Ones

Melissa Henderson

Prayers for the dying are one way we can draw closer to God. There may be times when words won’t come. ...

6 Ways the Bible Tells Us What Church Should Look Like

Stephen Altrogge

To claim that the Bible doesn’t tell us what church should look like allows a person to substitute his own preferences for the clear teaching of scripture. So what does the Bible have to say about chu...

Who Was Shem in the Bible?

Lisa Loraine Baker

Noah's son Shem may not appear for very long in the Bible, but his actions had big repercussions down his family line. His story teaches us important lessons about honoring parents and handling awkwar...

What Does It Mean to Be the Fragrance of Christ?

Emma Danzey

When we ponder the concept of having the fragrance of Christ, everyone on this earth will have a preference. There are two options: either we love the fragrance of Jesus, or we despise it. It either r...

Where Does the Bible Talk about Our Blessed Hope?

Mary Oelerich-Meyer

When Paul tells his disciple Titus to hold onto the blessed hope in difficult times, what is he talking about?...

How Did God Use Pestilence in the Bible?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

One common theme for the pestilence we see in Scripture that you must not overlook is pestilence or plague has a divine origin, meaning it was God’s direct intention to bring the pestilence for a spec...

What Is a Son of Perdition, and Are They All Bad?

Stephen Baker

During His priestly prayer, His reference to Judas as the son of perdition is rather unsettling, but it’s also important for understanding Jesus’ ministry on earth. ...

What Does the Bible Tell Us about the Garden of Eden?

Dr. Sandra Hamer Smith

The Garden of Eden is probably the most famous place mentioned in the Bible. What details does the Bible give us about its location and features?...

The Beautiful Symbolism of Snow in Scripture

Emma Danzey

Snow is the precipitation of winter. It helps to provide water that is soaked into the ground and used towards the spring blooms. In God’s goodness, He provides for the needs of the land and people th...

8 Weeks in Malachi

Our tempers often cause us to forget how gracious the Lord is. We only see half the picture. In this eight-week study, the words of Malachi will reveal the other half....

Commemorative Easter Sunday Prayers and Blessings to Celebrate He Is Risen!

Josie Siler

We celebrate in a big way and my heart is overwhelmed with joy. We can prepare our hearts for this special day with Easter Sunday prayers and blessings....

Why Should Christians Know the Meaning Behind the Word Imminent in the Bible?

Josie Siler

Knowing the meaning of the word imminent may not seem important . . . until you realize the Bible uses it to talk about Jesus' return....