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How to Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving

Melissa Henderson

Just what does the Psalmist mean when he tells us, "enter his gates with thanksgiving"? ...

Can We Really “Bless the Lord at All Times” as Psalm 34 Says?

Bethany Verrett

It can seem like it is an impossible task to have praises to the Lord on one’s lips every moment of each day. What about sleeping? Eating? Working or parenting? It seems that David has set an impossib...

Prayers for Our Church Leaders

Alicia Searl

 The enemy may be trying to take a stronghold, but he is powerless when we fight back with our most powerful weapon—prayer!...

6 Beautiful Hymns to Prepare Your Heart for Easter

Jessica Brodie

There are many more hymns we can sing, read, and otherwise reflect on as we approach Easter. These are a good start. Whether you prefer old hymns or new, whether you count these among your favorites o...

10 Most Underrated Bible Verses

Heather Adams

I underrated all of these when I was newer to the faith, but now I study and refer to them often. Each one contains a powerful message about who we are in Christ and the way to live righteously. ...

Does Ministry Have to Involve a Pulpit?

Ashley Hooker

The Bible is full of ministry. It is packed with people using the talents God gave them to serve the people in their world. The ultimate purpose is to share the good news of Christ, and through their ...

Are You the Pharisee or the Tax Collector?

Blair Parke

Today’s congregations see a blend of people who feel they are God’s golden children in all that they do to follow His commandments, while others realize that without the saving grace of Jesus, their e...

Practicing Empathy When the California Fires Don't Affect Me

Peyton Garland

God isn't slow to show us how we can help others. We are simply slow in volunteering for Him to use us. ...

What Does Hospitality Mean for the Local Church?

Lisa Loraine Baker

Leading with hospitality is vital for church unity. Our reputation as a hospitable church is not for ourselves; it serves to make much of the Lord Jesus, and we pray it welcomes many into the kingdom....

5 Character Traits of Those Who Do the Father’s Will

Amanda Idleman

Jesus teaches that he alone is able to judge the heart of a man. While we may look at others and see what appears to be good works, we may be surprised to find that evil was lurking in their hearts. I...

5 Life Lessons from Arguments Between Women in the Bible

Blair Parke

Conflicts are unfortunately something that we regularly deal with in our lives. These women of the Bible in conflict have shown the range of situations that can lead to an argument. However, even in t...

What Does a Blessed Life Truly Look Like?

Jessica Brodie

The word “blessed” used in the New Testament comes from the Greek word makarios, which means bestowed with God’s favor, happy, or fortunate — not fortunate because of fortune or luck, but because of G...

Can Christians Use Crystals?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

If you think using crystals can help promote “good energy,” then the question you must consider is where is that energy coming from? I can assure you it is not the Holy Spirit....

Are You Helping, or Enabling Someone’s Struggle?

Blair Parke

What do we do in situations where helping a person could actually encourage their problem? How do we share one another’s burdens without it becoming a strain on our finances, emotions, and/or physical...

7 Prayers for Faithfully Stepping Forward into a New Season of Life

Micah Maddox

Even when we cannot see a clear path forward, God is at work. Sometimes He calls us deeper and higher into new things to bring Him glory. Our lives are meant to be mission-minded testimonies of His gr...

How to Honor a Father and Mother Who Haven't Acted Honorably

Blair Parke

What God calls us to do in honoring our parents is to honor what a mother and a father are supposed to be in our lives, honoring first the most loving Father in our lives, God. Loving Him first allows...

What Are the 3 Temptations of the World?

Robbie Pruitt

The world and all that is in it was created for our enjoyment and pleasure and points us to a good God who loves us and desires our good pleasure. However, something is wrong....

What Is Faith According to Hebrews 11?

Shelby Turner

Faith. It's a keyword in the church and the Christian religion. We have faith in God, in leaders, in science, in friends, in all sorts of things. But what does this word mean, and where do we see it b...

40 Prayers for First Responders for Safety and Protection

Melissa Henderson

Prayers for first responders for safety and protection are appreciated and needed. Have you heard the sound of sirens approaching or seen the red lights of a fire truck or ambulance flashing? ...

Trusting an Unchanging God, Part 2

God never changes. That's as comforting as it is sobering. Are there ways you've been turning to the wrong sources for answers and success instead of turning to God? I want to assure you that God will...