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Does God Call Everyone “the Apple of My Eye”?

Andy Lee

We've probably all heard the expression "apple of my eye," but you may not know it appears in the Bible. Here's what it means when God calls people "the apple of my eye."...

Does the Bible Support Slavery?

Meg Bucher

God rescued His people out of slavery in Egypt. His greatest command to us is to “love one another.” Though the Bible does not support it, God’s Word does illuminate how slavery could happen. The fall...

Is It True That "Out of the Abundance of the Heart, the Mouth Speaks"?

Jason Soroski

The truth is, we all like to talk, and as humans we can figure out how to say things to create a certain impression. At least we can for a while. But eventually, who we really are and what we really b...

A Deeper Study of the Fruit of the Spirit: Self Control

Emma Danzey

Maybe it is not food that challenges you. Perhaps it is shopping, binging tv, social media, your work, or your temper? Whatever you cannot seem to get under control is a sin issue. We all need the hel...

7 Scriptures about Israel to Pray over Israel

Britt Mooney

Among the inevitable strife and unrest, Christ calls us to stand in faith and intercede for God’s will and peace. As believers, we turn to Scripture to guide our prayers for Israel from a place of cal...

Did Jesus Come to Bring Peace, or a Sword?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Jesus in these verses brings to light a truth about the gospel and Christianity that sometimes gets overlooked, especially when you live in a country like America. The gospel is confrontational. The g...

What Are the Oaks of Righteousness and Why Do They Give Us Hope?

Emma Danzey

Isaiah 61 talks about believers being oaks of righteousness. As we study the concept of an oak tree today, may we have a greater appreciation for the meaning of this statement....

Practicing Empathy When the California Fires Don't Affect Me

Peyton Garland

God isn't slow to show us how we can help others. We are simply slow in volunteering for Him to use us. ...

Why Does Isaiah 66:13 Say 'As a Mother Comforts Her Child, So Will I Comfort You'?

Mary Oelerich-Meyer

What can we learn from God saying, "as a mother comforts her child, so I will comfort you" in the Bible?...

Walking the Parable of the Sower: Among the Thorns

Emma Danzey

A seed that falls among thorns is not in a place for successful growth. It is in a danger zone of potential attack from the thorns. The gospel that is shared with a person who’s “heart soil” is thorny...

What Does the Bible Say about Women?

Kristi Woods

The Bible uses the word “man” throughout its pages. All twelve disciples were men. Many of the stories we read center on males, including those of Moses, Abraham, Paul, David and Joshua. But what does...

How Can We Grow Spiritual Fruit?

Jeannie Myers

The Bible uses a lot of fruit metaphors. Paul encourages believers to "bear fruit," Jesus calls himself the vine and us the branches, even the Old Testament includes a list of Fruit of the Spirit. But...

Is Halloween Evil and Should Christians Celebrate It?

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....

When Should We "Eat Drink and Be Merry" (Ecclesiastes 8:15)?

Stephanie Englehart

The exhortation of Ecclesiastes is to release our perceived sense of control and enjoy the lot God has given us, no matter what’s thrown our way. In order to do this, we cannot just simply claim to ‘e...

Did King James Write the King James Bible?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

The King James Bible is a favorite translation for many believers. It is certainly the oldest version we still have in circulation. But where exactly did it come from? Let's take a look at who King Ja...

3 Reasons Proverbs 23:7 Says 'As a Man Thinks, So He Is'

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

A close examination of Proverbs 23:7 (as a man thinks in his heart, so is he) gives so much understanding. We need to always guard our thoughts and hearts, paying close attention to what’s in them. Be...

Is Lilith Just a Mythical Monster, or Is There Any Biblical Truth?

Mike Leake

If one wants to solely make an argument from Scripture, you’d be hard pressed to concoct a creation story that Adam’s fire wife was a demon who ended up haunting babies. The Scripture is not only sile...

Is There a Mother God?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

To be clear, the Bible never says that the Lord God is Mother God. The Bible declares that the Lord is like the universally admired maternal instincts. The Lord uses similitudes to help us unders...