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Why Do We Kneel in Prayer?

Lia Martin

I come to this topic with the belief that God doesn’t even require knees to be in relationship with us. That said, kneeling is still a beautiful choice, as it can stir us toward his presence....

What Does the Old Testament Say about Social Justice?

Ed Jarrett

God’s expectation is not just that judicial justice would prevail. But that acting justly toward others would also be a priority. That we would be doing what is right in our dealings with other people...

What It Does and Does Not Mean to Be a Virtuous Woman

Blair Parke

A virtuous woman doesn’t look to society – or even people in general – for her worth, but to God and what He has called her to be as part of His plan. Even if it means that she is seen as an outcast f...

What Does Ezekiel's Vision of the Wheel Actually Mean?

Dr. Sandra Hamer Smith

Ezekiel’s Wheel was a magnificent vision that God showed him. It is important to note that at the time of this vision Ezekiel was in captivity in Babylon....

What Does Freedom Look Like in the Christian Life?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Since you have encountered the saving grace of Jesus Christ, you are free from the bondage of sin, guilt, and shame. This liberation enables you to embrace the abundant life that God intends for you, ...

What Does the Bible Say About Insecurity?

Tessa Emily Hall

In our performance-based culture, it's all too easy to have insecurity. Fortunately, the Bible presents some important tools for understanding and extinguishing our insecurity....

Does Exodus 23:25 Promise God’s Blessing if We Worship Him?

Bethany Verrett

This blessing assured the soon-to-be nation of Israel that if they loved Him and kept His ways, He would bless them with good food, an abundance of water, and health. This covenant with the nation of ...

Why Should Christians Know What Shema Means?

Britt Mooney

How does the Shema teach us to listen to God? ...

How to Grow Closer to God as a Caretaker

Heather Adams

Caring for a friend or relative who is dealing with an illness, whether temporary or chronic, can be challenging. It takes a physical toll to help them, but can also be emotionally and spiritually dra...

What Is So Dangerous about Self-Righteousness?

Blair Parke

Instead of believing your salvation came through your own works or because you are “better” than someone else, an attitude of humility reminds you that you were once a lost sinner like people around y...

5 Steps to Become a Prayer Warrior

Heather Adams

God may be calling you to become more of a prayer warrior in your church or family. Ask Him to confirm that in your heart. Let Him change your spirit and shift your attitudes to align with Him. Then, ...

10 Psalms for Comfort to Read Right Now

Heather Adams

In His goodness, God wants to ease our disappointments, allay our fears and soften our grief. And one of the ways He does that is through Scripture. The book of Psalms in particular shows us God’s hea...

Inspiring Lessons from Jesus' Prayer in the Garden

Jenna Brooke Carlson

Why did Jesus go to the Garden of Gethsemane? What did he exactly pray to God for? Let’s take a deeper look into his prayers and what they teach us today....

Will God Ever Ask You to Do Something You Can't Do?

Ashley Hooker

God has always been asking His people to obey commands. In each situation, God’s instruction is doable because He has already set his plan into motion. God did not leave Moses, Esther, Jonah, or his d...

God Has a Plan for You - 10 Encouraging Scriptures

Meg Bucher

Though we continue to be a people that rebel against God and struggle with sin, salvation in Christ secures our eternal place in heaven. Jesus will return to earth to complete the restoration of God’s...

What Does "Do Unto Others" (The Golden Rule) Mean in the Bible?

Jennifer Heeren

"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a biblical concept spoken by Jesus in Luke 6:31 and Matthew 7:12; it is commonly referred to as the "Golden Rule." ...

10 Faithful Moms Throughout History Who Teach Us about God

Dawn Wilson

Mothers hold their children’s hearts for a relatively short time. It’s never too soon to teach them, in age-appropriate ways, about the God who can guide them throughout life....

A Biblical Guide for Praying over Your Marriage

Liz Auld

This is why we must pray for our marriage through changing circumstances, our commitment is to love our spouse in good times and bad just as God loves us. We should pray for our marriage when things a...

And Be Thankful: A Thanksgiving Meditation

What does God think of our thanksgiving?...

Does Prayer Change Things?

Heather Adams

God certainly doesn’t need us to pray in order to accomplish His plans. He already has all the strength and might He needs. And yet He calls us to do it, as Paul wrote, “at all times.” That’s because ...