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Why is Jesus ‘Gentle and Lowly’?

Jessica Brodie

Jesus is both man and God, Word and flesh. And as such, it is no wonder He is both the mighty Lion of Judah and the meek and humble sacrificial lamb slain for the sins of the world. ...

6 Essential Characteristics of a Godly Woman

Cally Logan

From kindness to others to integrity for her family to wisdom to a heart for the Lord such a life is one to pray for daily. Beauty, charm, riches, and mystery are all things that for a time can appear...

Who Were the Two Priests Name Phinehas, and Why Did One Get Drunk with Power?

Annette Griffin

We first encounter the priest, Phinehas, son of Eleazar and grandson of Aaron, in Numbers 25. Phinehas’s righteous acts follow a major encounter that Israel had with Balaam; a diviner hired by the Kin...

What Does Paul Mean by Godly Sorrow?

Heather Adams

True godly sorrow is founded on the Lord. In order to feel it, then, we first have to know what pleases God. The Bible lays out His standard for us, as well as His Laws. And any success we have in thi...

How Can the Bible Help Us Recover from Burnout?

Ruth Clemence

We are not the savior and rescuer that we often pretend we are. We are finite, vulnerable individuals who need basic needs met to continue to function, let alone thrive. Whereas God can be everywhere ...

What Is the Meaning of Modesty in the Bible?

Meg Bucher

Knowledge of who we are in Christ is crucial to a life of biblical modesty. Modesty is simplicity. Jesus sets the example of the life we are to lead in the pages of Scripture. Living a simple and mode...

How Can I Have Faith in the Midst of Fear?

Carley Marcouillier

Fear is a powerful force. Its impact often pierces the deepest parts of us, quickly dysregulating our sense of safety, security, and state of calm. The truth is, we cannot escape the reality of fear i...

Was Vashti Really in the Wrong in Esther's Story?

Annette Griffin

King Xerxes approved the decree and Queen Vashti was thereby stripped of her title and banished from the king’s presence forever, to make way for someone more “worthy” of the title of Queen....

12 Ways Christians Can Relieve Stress

Heather Adams

I’ve come to see that through God’s strength, I can break the hold stress has on me when it hits. And sometimes, the simplest things are the most effective. Here are some ways I’m learning to handle t...

What Does the Bible Mean When It Warns People Not to Perish?

Britt Mooney

Everything dies, passes away, perishes. But what does perish mean in the Bible?...

10 Powerful Names of God (and What They Mean for Us Today)

Debbie McDaniel

The Bible uses different names of God to convey specific, personal meaning and identity. There's great power in a name. It says who we are, it's what we are known by to all those around us. And ther...

Love by Recognizing Gifts Rather Than Faults

Cliff Young

If we continue to practice finding wrong with each other, how do we expect to have strong meaningful relationships for ourselves?...

4 Uplifting Lessons from Hannah's Life and Prayer

Kirstyn Mayden

Like Hannah, we also face difficult challenges and difficult seasons in life, but being diligent in seeking God in prayer will guide, uplift, and encourage us to move forward in faith. Our circumstanc...

5 Comforting Psalms for When We Worry

Kirstyn Mayden

Times are tough for so many of us right now. Whether it's financial trouble, health concerns, or anxiety over political issues and current events, there is plenty to worry about. 1 Peter 5:7 says to c...

What Nehemiah Teaches about Rebuilding after a Disaster Like COVID-19

Hope Bolinger

It is easy to assume that the Bible doesn't have the answer for every modern problem. However, the people in the Bible experienced similar trials and temptations as us, and looking to them will g...

5 Inspiring Prayers for When Life Is Unexpected

Kirstyn Mayden

Navigating unexpected circumstances can be challenging, but we don’t have to go through them alone. If you are facing an unexpected new move, illness, job loss, strained relationship, or change of cou...

6 Intentions to Bring into This Holiday Season

Carley Marcouillier

The holidays tend to get hectic for all of us. We want to be intentional with our time and spend quiet moments reflecting on Jesus and why we celebrate, but things just seem to get away from us. If yo...

3 Insights to Help Us Understand the Book of Hebrews Better

Traci Boland

The letter to the Hebrews is a beautiful message of encouragement that rings true for us today. By understanding the difficulties and persecution the Hebrews faced, we understand the sermon as a call ...

Why Does the Bible Elevate Gentleness?

Heather Adams

Looking at how our Heavenly Father is described throughout both the Old and New Testaments starts to give us a sense that this attribute is active, passionate and impactful to those who receive it....

5 Lessons from Mary the Mother of Christ in Trusting God

Kirstyn Mayden

Mary, Jesus' mother, is an almost larger-than life figure. But in reality, she faced many of the same doubts, fears and uncertainties as we do today. Here are five lessons from her story in the Bible,...