Lisa Loraine Baker
It indeed takes courage to follow Jesus. But if we accept Him as Savior and Lord, how can we not fully devote our lives to Him? To do otherwise is to remain spiritually immature, missing the myriad bl...
Pamela Palmer
Paul alluded to something very significant in this passage – creation is groaning. Believers are groaning inwardly. Creation is in bondage, just as humanity feels the weight of sinfulness, death, and ...
Pamela Palmer
John Newton’s story is one of profound transformation and deliverance. It is clear that his radical change resulted in the formation of this hymn. Its words are very relatable for many believers who k...
Jessica Brodie
The Bible is indeed a well-organized collection of writings penned by more than two dozen authors spanning thousands of years. Instead of being organized chronologically, it is organized by literary g...
Michael Jakes
On the surface, and taken on its own, this verse seems to be a simple statement letting us know that if one denies or rejects Christ, they are at the same time rejecting God — which is absolutely true...
Mary Oelerich-Meyer
How does understanding and meditating on Sola Gratia bolster our faith and provide a framework for communicating what we believe to others as followers of Jesus Christ? ...
Lisa Loraine Baker
In the Bible, The Bema Seat is the title given the Judgment Seat of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 14:10). The judgment of each Christian is not a determination of who will enter heaven, because t...
Will we have personal identity in heaven? And will we recognize family and friends?...
I want to introduce you to three characters to help you understand how God saves us from the penalty and the power of sin. Which one do you identify with most?...
Bethany Verrett
After being forgiven and starting that relationship with God, it can be difficult to believe that all of someone’s wickedness can be washed away. The Bible promises the person who repents and accepts ...
Joel Ryan
Just how do you take the plank out of your eye and remove the speck from your brother’s eye? Fortunately, Jesus makes it clear how we should apply this teaching....
Good Friday, we know. And Easter (Resurrection Sunday) most certainly. But what is Maundy Thursday? It is the Thursday before Easter, believed to be the day when Jesus celebrated his final Passover wi...
Heather Adams
Throughout Scripture, the Lord lays out a purpose for connecting with others that goes beyond simple interaction. Through our conversations and correspondences we are meant to be a light for Him in th...
Bethany Verrett
For someone who has put their faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and eternal life and has the Holy Spirit indwelling, they can rely on God to help them grow in discipline in both personal and spiritu...
Lisa Loraine Baker
Jesus gave further explanation of the difference between a good fruit bearer and one who produces bad fruit. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes nor figs from thistles. A healthy tree bears good...
Heather Adams
Jealousy sometimes washes over us like a tidal wave. Other times it sneaks up, catching us off guard. What makes this emotion tricky is that it’s very personal - what stirs up jealousy in you might no...
Heather Riggleman
Let’s be clear, masturbation is an act of instant, self-gratification. It is quite the opposite of the self-control that we are constantly reminded of in the Bible. Self-control is an act of obedience...
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. ...