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How to Set, and Keep, Good Boundaries When Serving

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

I want to help you set and keep good boundaries so that your serving will always remain joyful and not become a burden where you end up burnt out. From my experience people who get burnt out typically...

What Does Manifest Mean, and How Does It Help Us See God More Clearly?

Lisa Loraine Baker

Christians are to walk with Christ, manifesting His presence through our actions. Through the Spirit’s presence and work in us (John 15:26, Ephesians 1:13-14), we are able to provide unbelievers (and ...

4 Easter Dinner Prayers and Blessings to Celebrate as a Family

Lori Freeland

No matter how you celebrate, I pray this Easter will be a blessing to your heart. Jesus’ gift of life is the original gift that keeps on giving—all the way into eternity. Take some time this season to...

What Is Envy vs. Jealousy in the Bible?

Cathy Baker

What separates envy from jealousy in the Bible? Can of them be good, or are they always sinful? You'll be surprised to see what the Bible really says about envy and jealousy....

What Are We Getting Wrong about Biblical Marriage Roles?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Most of this passage in Ephesians addresses the role of the husband. I know much has been made in our society and in the church especially of the submission of the wife, but this passage spends more t...

10 Relevant Lessons Job Has about Relationships

Bethany Verrett

While the Bible is not a book about etiquette or the ins and outs of interpersonal behavior, there are examples in the Bible of real people who exhibited healthy and unhealthy relationships that can s...

What Connects the Abrahamic Religions?

Mary Oelerich-Meyer

The Abrahamic religions combined have the largest group of followers of any faith on the planet. So what connects them together?...

A Deeper Study of the Fruit of the Spirit: Peace

Emma Danzey

Today as we study the fruit of peace, may we remember that this is a peace different from what the world offers. Many things leave someone feeling peaceful, but only the Holy Spirit can leave a person...

Who Did Jesus Appear to First after His Resurrection?

Jessica Brodie

Taking a look at details of the resurrection story in such a focused lens tells us important things about Jesus and his view about people — and about women. ...

A Month of Back to School Prayers for 2022

Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff

As the kids return to the classroom this year, parents wonder how things will go, and teachers worry about working with staff shortages and health risks, there are many things to pray for. Here are pr...

The Women in Christ's Life: Mary, Mother of Jesus

Over the next several months, I want to share with you about women who have impacted my life because of their relationship with Jesus. I believe you, too, will connect with them and discover how God h...

3 Remarkable Lessons in Grace from Jonah

Michael Jakes

While the spotlight seems to be on Jonah and his response to the call of God and the eventual outcome, there are other things in this story that deserve our attention. When we look at all that takes p...

Is Anger Always a Sin?

Meg Bucher

Jesus flipped a table in the temple out of righteous anger. There will be times in life where we will be called to have courage to get righteously mad....

Why Is 'Peace Be Still' so Important during the Storms of Life?

Kathy Collard Miller

All of us struggle to stay calm when faced with trials and problems. That’s why it’s so important that we remember Jesus said, “Peace! Be still!” (Mark 4:39). ...

Refreshment for When You Feel Like Giving Up

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Reached the end of your rope? Good news! You are not alone. Everyone throughout history has felt this way at some point, and the prophet Elijah was no exception. But when he had had enough and was rea...

The Danger of Speaking Truth without Love

Catherine Segars

We were pulling into the parking lot of my church when the DJ mentioned a controversy surrounding a burgeoning Christian recording artist. Apparently, she had appeared on a popular daytime talk show...

5 Lessons for Hard Times from the Life of Joseph

Bethany Verrett

The Old Testament story of Joseph is a favorite in Sunday School classrooms. But there is more to this story than a multi-colored coat. Joseph's life has important lessons for readers of all ages,...

4 Beautiful Benefits of Engaging with God in Secret Prayer

Sheila Alewine

Sometimes the simplest things are the hardest for us. The Bible says we should pray continually, but many of us find it hard to carve out time to talk with God, or even get anxious praying in groups. ...

7 Intentional Scriptures to Pray Over Your Year

Kristi Woods

Would you consider yourself an intentional person? The Bible has much to say about believers living lives of intentionality and purpose to the glory of God. Unfortunately, it's easier than ever for th...

27 Easter Quotes and Blessings to Celebrate the Incredible Miracle of Jesus

Kathy Collard Miller

Without Easter, there’s no Christianity. No wonder there are so many powerful Easter quotes about this essential celebration....