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An Introduction to Corporate Election

Ed Jarrett

The Bible was written in a time when the family, clan, and tribe were very important. And one’s identity was largely based on the group they were a part of. For them, the idea of corporate election wo...

Why Can We Approach God with Confidence?

Bethany Verrett

When navigating the world, we want to have confidence in others, but it can be difficult as people fail and let one another down. The Bible assures the believer that there is someone they can always a...

4 Practical Ways We Can Grow in Grace

Jessica Udall

God’s grace is not bestowed on us because of our good works, but it is bestowed on us to enable us to do the good works that God had in mind for us to do before the creation of the world!...

What Does 'The Wages of Sin Is Death' Mean in the Bible?

Jason Soroski

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:23). This verse is arguably the most precise Gospel presentation in all of Scrip...

Can We Really "Pray without Ceasing"?

Pamela Palmer

Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God, to develop a relationship with Him, and to cast your cares upon Him. There are countless examples of prayer throughout Scripture. It is apparent that pray...

Beyond Sunday: No Difference

Though men differ greatly in the nature and extent of their sinfulness, there is absolutely no difference between the best and the worst of men....

How to Experience the ‘Peace of God Which Transcends All Understanding’ Promised in Phil. 4:7

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:7Whenever there is unrest, the cry that prevails is the need for peace....

How Can We "Give Thanks in All Things...in Everything"?

Bethany Verrett

Thankfulness is a complicated state of being. When life is good, and someone is getting what they want, it is easy to achieve. When life is hard, and nothing goes right, it is hard to have a spirit of...

Is an "Attitude of Gratitude" Scriptural?

Pamela Palmer

The phrase “attitude of gratitude” has become popular. It trends across social media, workplaces, and various groups and communities. Since the world is ever changing and feels chaotic for many people...

Become a Fruit-Bearing Christian

We need to see that if our work is to be acceptable and effective, it must come as fruit; it must be the spontaneous outgrowth of a healthy, vigorous life, the Spirit and power of Christ living and wo...

What Does the Verse "If God Is for Us, Who Can Be against Us" Mean?

Alyssa Roat

Just about any list of encouraging Bible verses will include Romans 8:31: “What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” But what are ...

Where Is Galatia, and Why Did Paul Write to the Galatians?

Bethany Verrett

This book provides a bridge from the Old Testament to the New, and shows that while there are divisions in this life, all are one in Christ. One day we shall live as one people in God’s kingdom. ...

Understanding Atonement, the Cornerstone of Our Faith

Michael Jakes

“But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. And God raised us up with Chris...

How Does the Bible Encourage Us to Give Thanks, even in Hard Times?

Rachel Britton

The Bible teaches us that we are to give thanks to God not only during good times, but during hard times and everything in between. We are to be continually thankful in all circumstances.Paul’s letter...

5 Ways Counting Your Blessings Can Change the Trajectory of Your Day

Meg Bucher

Even on the hardest days, we are all blessed if we have air to breath, food to eat, and a Savior who loves us completely. But let's be honest, some days it is much harder to remember that than others....

Commemorative Easter Sunday Prayers and Blessings to Celebrate He Is Risen!

Josie Siler

We celebrate in a big way and my heart is overwhelmed with joy. We can prepare our hearts for this special day with Easter Sunday prayers and blessings....

5 Relatable Lessons from Paul and Timothy’s Relationship

Emma Danzey

Paul and Timothy had their need of a relationship met in one another. They realized that God had blessed them with a special friendship and bond like family. They were spiritual father and spiritual s...

5 Prayers to Calm Post-Lockdown Anxieties

Melanie Campbell

Change is always hard. When the change involves trying to return to living a “new normal” life after spending months at home, it can feel overwhelming. Sometimes the anxiety causes us to resist change...

Is It True that “Nothing Can Separate Us from the Love of God?”

Ashley Hooker

My husband often talks about when he was a little boy and went shopping with his mom, he would play a joke on her. He would leave her side and go to the customer service desk and say he was lost. Then...