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What Does the Bible Say about Grandparents and How They Are Blessings?

Sylvia Schroeder

Is my role to spoil and indulge them as society implies or does what does the Bible say about grandparents indicate something different, something of greater value? ...

How to Use the Bible to Discover What Is Truth

Pamela Palmer

The world is constantly changing, but God remains the same. His truth has endured the history of humanity and is still true and valid. The Bible says that Jesus is the truth, and that truth is found i...

Trusting an Unchanging God, Part 2

God never changes. That's as comforting as it is sobering. Are there ways you've been turning to the wrong sources for answers and success instead of turning to God? I want to assure you that God will...

Why Do We Kneel in Prayer?

Lia Martin

I come to this topic with the belief that God doesn’t even require knees to be in relationship with us. That said, kneeling is still a beautiful choice, as it can stir us toward his presence....

Does the Bible Actually Mention Seven Deadly Sins?

Candice Lucey

The Bible does not categorize pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth as the 'seven deadly sins.' They are mentioned by different names in all kinds of places....

Do Dogs Go to Heaven?

Shelby Turner

Many of us have felt the heartache that comes from losing a family pet. And to soothe the pain, we may begin to wonder where are they now? Will we ever see them again? Do dogs go to heaven? The Bi...

What Is Mount Zion and Why Is It So Important?

Annette Griffin

Zion is important because it refers to the land upon which God’s temple was built. For centuries, Mount Zion was where God’s physical presence on Earth dwelt. Of all locations mentioned in Scripture, ...

How to Enthusiastically Study the Bible Like the Bereans

Kelly-Jayne McGlynn

The Bereans were clearly open to the Word of God. It wasn’t a chore for them, but something that they were excited about reading. Their faith wasn’t vague or superficial–they examined the Scriptures c...

Be Alert to the Temptation of These Seducing Spirits

Frank Santora

Even though we are living in extremely dark times, keep in mind that darkness is the most advantageous condition for light to shine brightly. So, to borrow an age-old axiom, these may be the wors...

30 Prayers for Your Baby

Lisa Loraine Baker

A prayer for your baby or a loved one’s baby blesses the baby and the baby’s family (and you too). Here are 30 prayers you can say for the baby.  ...

How Do We Put on the Armor of God's Helmet of Salvation Today?

Sharon Simms

The helmet of salvation may be the most important piece in the armor of God. Here's why it matters so much and how we put it on today....

8 Psalms to Claim When You Feel Like You Can’t Take One More Thing

Micah Maddox

Discouragement and frustration can mount to unexpected heights and faith can feel like it is falling apart. Life is just hard sometimes. But there is hope! And help! Life might be filled with chaos, h...

Who Were the Magi in the Christmas Story?

Brad Simon

The story of the Magi began centuries before Christ’s birth. Since the beginning of kingdoms, kings have sought advice from their advisors and prophets. Babylon, however, perfected a council of adviso...

How Did 'Footprints in the Sand' Become So Popular Among Christians?

Candice Lucey

“Footprints in the Sand” is popular with Christians, in part, because of the profound biblical themes conveyed therein. Particular among them are promises from God. The writer has indicated that faith...

What Should Christians Know about the Euphrates River?

Whitney Hopler

The Euphrates River has fascinating symbolic meaning in the Bible and is mentioned in biblical prophecies about it drying up, as well. Learning about the Euphrates River can help us understand more ab...

Why Does Jesus Say “Peace Be with You”?

Bethany Verrett

The Hebrew word that was commonly used for this greeting, and is still used today, was shalom, which is often used for hello and goodbye. He was both greeting His friends, and encouraging them that Go...

Why Does Jesus Say He Will Separate the Sheep and the Goats?

Pamela Palmer

Jesus is the Shepherd, and in this verse, He said that He will separate sheep (believers) from goats (unbelievers) when He returns. The sheep represent those who have accepted salvation and the goats ...

9 Hopeful Prayers for the Loss of a Loved One

Lisa Loraine Baker

God is our Father who loves us. He never leaves us or forsakes us, and that includes times of deep sorrow. He knows everything that happens to us, and He is ready to assuage our emotions with His pres...

Was Jesus Really Born in a Manger?

Lisa Loraine Baker

Read what the Bible says about the birth of Jesus Christ. Was He really born in a manger or is that just part of the Christmas story we hear today?...

How Is the Lamb Worthy in Revelation 5?

Jessica Udall

Just like the lambs had to be spotless to be worthy to sacrifice for temporary atonement for God’s people, Jesus was also sinless and pure, “tempted just as we are, yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15). ...