Bethany Verrett
Psalm 27:17 tells us that “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” There's some debate about what exactly this verse means, if it's positive or negative. But one thing is for certain: Chris...
Lynette Kittle
It’s the anniversary again of 9/11. A day marked by shock, terror, sorrow, and tremendous loss, where we remember the devastating terrorist attacks against America that deeply impacted our nat...
Lisa Loraine Baker
True wisdom is not what the world deems it to be. For example, wisdom doesn’t automatically come with age. Nor does wisdom necessarily belong to those who are most experienced or who have excelled at ...
Heather Adams
In God’s view, gaining self-control is part of our progression toward Christ-likeness. In fact, the Apostle Paul included it in a list of basic qualities that believers should cultivate. “But the frui...
Kristi Woods
What does the Bible say about relationships? We all have them—with friends, spouses, parents, children, and more. Some flow easily and bring much joy. Others not so much. What, then, should we...
Kathy Collard Miller
The Bible warns us about gossip very clearly. So what can we learn from its advice?...
Dr. Michael A. Milton
Unlike harmful phobias, the fear of the Lord is most sensible, most wholesome, and most desired. How so? There are at least three revealed truths that stir a godly fear of the Lord....
Mike Leake
This claim that the Bible doesn’t contradict itself is often questioned. The discrepancies between the creation accounts of Genesis 1 and 2 cause some to call foul. Do these contradict each other? Can...
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...
Emma Danzey
Parents opt to leave home. Governments withhold help to their citizens. Co-workers lie to you. Is it actually possible to refrain from anger and turn from wrath?...
Britt Mooney
How can the Bible verse "a soft answer turns away wrath" help us navigate a hostile world?...
Lisa Loraine Baker
The work done by a stay-at-home mom is not easy by any stretch of the imagination. It’s hard, yet it’s fruitful because it’s eternal work. If you get anxious (and you will), pray to our Lord, who is a...
Bethany Verrett
This can be a tempting model for Christian parents because it models values like gentleness, patience, and love, which are Fruits of the Spirit and Christ-like virtues. However, we should examine ever...
Heather Adams
God’s Word gives us examples of those who not only disregarded His Ways, but openly tried to turn others against Him. Some were willing to repent and become aligned again with the Lord, but others stu...
Candice Lucey
If you are embarking on a Bible Study this year, that is good news. You want to know more about God - his character, his works, and who you are in light of his goodness and glory. King David wrote “I ...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
The phrase "God works in mysterious ways" is not found anywhere in Scripture. But, does that mean it isn't true? To investigate this, and all claims about the character of God, we must look closely at...
Mary Oelerich-Meyer
Does the Bible say anything about spanking or are we asking the wrong question?...
I am frequently asked about my thoughts on church discipline. I’ve learned that most of the time, when someone asks, they have a personal agenda they are attempting to address, far more than they have...
Stephen Baker
Rehoboam was King Solomon’s son, and God’s chosen instrument to divide the nation of Israel. While his arrogance had consequences, we can learn something from how God used him as an instrument for his...
Kyle Blevins
There is often confusion between this phrase and a biblical Proverb regarding “sparing the rod.” This phrase was actually coined by a 17th-century poet and satirist by the name of Samuel Butler in his...