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5 Things You Won't Believe Are NOT in the Bible

Cindi McMenamin

Would you believe there are some secular sayings that sound so religious people often believe they came from the Bible?  These pieces of presumed Christian “wisdom” can sound bibl...

4 Blessings of a Disciplined Faith

Kirstyn Mayden

Maybe it was a New Years resolution. Maybe it was an inspirational friend pushing you to do more. Maybe it was a convicting sermon. Regardless, you had high hopes to eat healthier, communicate better,...

4 Empowering Reminders from "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God"

Kristi Walker

Martin Luther wrote this hymn as a declaration of his faith! Having faced trials, excommunication, sickness, depression, spiritual warfare, and death, he knew that God, his Mighty Fortress, would be h...

7 Ways the Bible Encourages Personal Care Amidst Illness, Including Coronavirus

Bethany Verrett

The influence of sin in the world means there is pain, suffering, hatred, and death. It also means there are illnesses which ravage our bodies and disrupt our lives. Some diseases are more wide-reachi...

What Does a “Wife of Noble Character” Look Like?

Jessica Brodie

Perhaps you’ve seen it on a coffee cup or a T-shirt — the image of a godly, graceful woman along with the words “she is clothed with strength and dignity,” or “her children arise and call her blessed....

9 Ways to Pray for Believers from a Distance During COVID-19

Lianna Davis

While being in chains for the gospel or on long missionary journeys, the apostle Paul modeled intentional prayer for other believers while at a distance from them. Though Paul was separated from belie...

6 Powerful Verses to Remind Us of the Father's Love

Ruth Clemence

Growing up in a fatherless home, where a father is absent physically or emotionally, can leave its mark on a family. According to the 2017 U.S. Census Bureau, 19.7 million children live without a fath...

How – and Why – Do We Pray for Our Government and Leaders?

Heather Adams

“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good…” (Titus 3:1).Praying for our leaders is good – a quiet but powerful ministry that can ha...

7 Intentional Scriptures to Pray Over Your Year

Kristi Woods

Would you consider yourself an intentional person? The Bible has much to say about believers living lives of intentionality and purpose to the glory of God. Unfortunately, it's easier than ever for th...

17 Things the Bible Says about Angels

Dr. Roger Barrier

We seem to know very little about the existence and ministry of Angels. To most of us angels are more decoration than the reality. Angels appear on tombstones, the walls of nurseries, jewelry, Renaiss...

12 Powerful Prayers from Paul

Kelly Balarie

Sometimes praying feels like throwing darts - with your eyes closed. You hurl some words heavenward and wonder if you've hit the bulls-eye of progress. You hope something sticks. Lately, I've been th...

What Does It Mean to Be Virtuous?

Heather Adams

“For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this...

7 Things You Didn't Know about the Book of Judges

Bethany Verrett

The Old Testament is full of epic battles, weighty history, and examples of God’s might and mercy. One of the most exciting books of the Bible, with one of the most unique governmental structures in I...

How to Defeat the Strongman of Temptation

Frank Santora

Some men are amazingly strong; in fact, their feats seem superhuman! We admire their physical abilities, like 7’9”, 510lb Agnus MacAskill, who could lift a 2,800lb ship anchor to his chest, and could ...

How Tall Was Goliath and What Do We Really Know about Him?

Joel Ryan

Most people are probably familiar with the story of David and Goliath—even if they’ve never opened a Bible or stepped foot inside of a church.A shepherd boy, armed with nothing but courage, faith, and...

Why Do We Call on God as ‘Jehovah Rapha’ for Healing?

Hope Bolinger

We have an infinite God who goes by many names. And these names, scattered throughout Scripture, often have a different meaning, showing us another facet of this wonderful creator, healer, and provide...

7 Beautiful Ways to Love Your Neighbor Well

Micah Maddox

“And one of the scribes came up and heard them disputing with one another, and seeing that he answered them well, asked him, ‘Which commandment is the most important of all?’  Jesus answered, ‘Th...

Fight Spiritual Distractions with These 5 Tips

Sheila Alewine

One of the worst texting and driving accidents ever occurred in Texas in March 2017. PM Law Firm reports that this particular accident involved a large white pickup truck that had previously been seen...

4 Prayers for Courage to Do the Right Thing

Rachel Britton

The Bible instructs us to make every effort to do what is right in the eyes of God. But God’s Word does not just give us instructions, it shows us by example how to do the right thing. Through real st...

The Beautiful Context of "Those Who Renew Their Faith in the Lord Will Rise Up on Wings Like Eagles"

Heather Adams

The name Isaiah means “The Lord is salvation,” and this theme resonates through all of the prophet’s book. The writing reflects an acknowledgement of God’s sovereignty over His people and even pagan n...