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Can We Find the Gospel Message amidst Job’s Suffering?

Mike Leake

The book is Job’s attempt at getting a hearing with the God of the Universe. Along the way, we hear from all of Job’s friends who wax eloquent about their views of suffering. But there is no gospel in...

The End of Loneliness

Joe Thorn

If God is with his people, then as a Christian you can rest assured that he is with you. And if God is with you, to uphold you, you have the promise of perseverance....

7 Ways to Cultivate Joy

Want more joy in your day? Cultivate it! Joy springs from viewing the day's events from eternity's perspective. ...

Why "May the Lord Bless and Keep You" Is Such a Beautiful Blessing

Pamela Palmer

It was a highly significant blessing given from God then, and it is still an imperative blessing today. We can continue using this as a blessing for all God’s beloved followers. The entire blessing de...

It Takes Courage to Follow God

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...

What Does the Bible Mean by 'My God Will Supply All My Needs'?

Tammy Kennington

Since scripture tells us that 'my God will supply all my needs,' why do Christians still struggle?...

A Beautiful Easter Prayer for Resurrection Sunday

Noelle Kirchner

Easter invites believers to exchange Lent's solemn contemplation for celebration as we remember Jesus Christ's victory. Here is an Easter prayer to reflect on that change and rejoice in our new life....

What Does ‘the Hope of Glory’ Mean in Col. 1:27?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

The essence of our Christian walk is centered around hope. We receive Jesus at salvation, which allows us to partake of God’s forgiveness and that produces in us the hope of eternal life. In Colossian...

7 Encouraging Morning Prayers to Center Your Day in the Lord

Jessica Brodie

Coaches often advise people embarking on a lifestyle change to start their day with a positive, affirming routine that both centers and energizes them. Starting the day “right” often leads to a strong...

What Does "Omnipresent" Mean?

Dawn Wilson

As a young girl, visiting a little street-corner church in Chicago, I heard a preacher quote Matthew 18:20: “Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” It w...

Today, Look for More Opportunities to Be Grateful

Frank Santora

When we say “Thank You,” we are really saying to Him, “I realize that I’m nothing without You, that all I have and all I hope to be comes from Your gracious hand. I recognize that You are my source of...

Beautiful Psalms of Thanksgiving and Scripture Quotes to Inspire Gratitude

Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff

Look to the inspiration of Psalms for Thanksgiving prayer and messages to loved ones. Be encouraged by the Word of God to give thanks for His glory, mercy, and grace....

10 Things You Should Know about Fasting

Sam Storms

If there is a single driving force in our society today it may well be what I call instant self-gratification. It is into this mindset in our society that the Bible speaks about fasting. ...

Why We (Sometimes) Don't Want the Lord to Humble Us

Blair Parke

Who here likes change? Okay, who here really likes change that comes from being humbled? Hmmm, not as many hands up and cries of “Hallelujah”. Though everyone would say that they love change and tha...

Lessons from Esau Selling His Birthright for Soup You May Not Have Seen Before

Emma Danzey

In the story, Esau sells his birthright for soup. Today we are going to unfold the truths and applications behind this powerful biblical testimony....

Who Is Noah in the Bible?

Emma Danzey

Noah’s life and story point us to how wicked our hearts are in sin. Christ has rescued us from eternal destruction, and our choices to live by His Spirit will also result in amazing spiritual blessing...

How Do We Give Thanks to the Lord When We're Hurting?

Connor Salter

Bible passages like Psalm 107 affirm that we should give thanks to the Lord at all times, not because things are going well but because he is worthy of our thanks....

10 Great Devotional Books for Women

Becky Harling

Devotional books for women can be a valuable tool in our daily walk with God. While they are not to replace us opening our Bibles, they can be a valuable asset in helping us to connect with God. ...

What Does 'She Is Clothed with Strength and Dignity' Mean in Proverbs 31?

Dolores Smyth

Written to celebrate the blessing of women who love others with strength of character and dignity of conduct, Proverbs 31 is great wisdom for anyone wishing to put on the new self....