Annette Griffin
How can Christians live ‘in the world’ but not be ‘of the world? Viewing the treacherous condition of this world from God’s perspective can be overwhelming. Here’s the good news: that bad news is...
Britt Mooney
Studying the church gives us clarity about our identity and calling. Christianity isn’t a private faith but a journey to share with others. Learning Scripture regarding the ekklesia, we guard against ...
Pamela Palmer
It is significant that this is the first Psalm because it tells of the blessing of a life lived for God and the destruction and uncertainty (worry, fear, doubt, anxiety) that comes with living wickedl...
Debbie Presnell
How to hear God’s voice—the age-old question many Christians struggle with. To get a better idea, let’s take a look at a story....
Lisa Loraine Baker
God’s hatred is altogether different from what humanity hates. We understand God’s hatred according to His holiness and justice, two of His vital traits. God is a divine Being with standards that acco...
Jessica Brodie
In short, it is a warning that we are never to ignore God’s truth. We are to hold tight to the Word given to us by the Lord and follow Him despite the temptations and other messages surrounding us in ...
Lisa Loraine Baker
A fine line exists between worshipful music and performance. It’s the responsibility of the church leaders to make sure those in the Sanctuary are directed in thought and praise to Jesus, not in wonde...
Pamela Palmer
We may face hardships and challenges because of the brokenness of the world, but God wants us to have hope and peace through it all. Jesus has overcome every situation and circumstance you will ever f...
Emma Danzey
The truth is that we have a variety of selections as to who we are going to be in life. However, Jesus is the spiritual expert and He can transform our hearts if we say yes to Him. As believers in Chr...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
They had comfort in knowing that regardless of who the enemy was or the situation they faced, God was fighting for them....
Heather Adams
Our Heavenly Father has actually provided some examples of these prophets, and how to recognize when one could be in our midst. These are not meant to make us paranoid about the intentions of others, ...
Mike Leake
The name YHWH is what God revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14-15. It points to the reality that God is self-existent. In other words, He doesn’t have an origin. YHWH is derived from the Hebrew verb “to b...
Sue Schlesman
Here’s a look at some major differences between Jesus’ words and some other ancient philosophers. What do the world’s major religions say about life, love, relationships, and purpose?...
Dr. Julie Barrier
Our children should be taught that the roots of Halloween are undoubtedly pagan. But Christians needn't be afraid of that, as our lives are secure in Jesus regardless of confusing traditions....
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Advent is a wonderful time of celebrating the coming of Jesus and Christmas. Within this busy holiday season, may you use these Advent prayers to find peace and joy in meditation of the gifts of life ...
Bethany Verrett
The Bible is inexhaustible, and studying it under the guidance of the Holy Spirit can reveal truths and make connections someone had never noticed before. Throughout God’s Word He reveals bits and pie...
Blair Parke
The book of Acts, foretold through Luke’s eyewitness accounts, shares with readers what it truly means when you accept Jesus into your heart and how your life completely changes from what you knew bef...
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...
Ed Jarrett
On the surface, the parable was just an interesting story, one that was easily understood by the listeners and based on things within their own experience. But the parable also had a deeper meaning, i...
Bethany Verrett
Mentioned in one historical record during the reign of King Solomon, the Queen of Sheba was a real ruler whose life has been subject to intense scrutiny among Biblical scholars and secular historians....