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5 Incredible Lessons about the Trinity

Emma Danzey

We read throughout the Bible that God is Triune. He is three in one. We can allow this fact about Him to intimidate us, or we can press into the joy, mystery, and reality of how He describes Himself....

What Is the Sin of Fornication?

Rick Kirby

There are some issues that the Bible is a bit quiet on, while there are other topics that God speaks to directly, leaving no room for interpretation or debate. The sin of fornication, or sexual immora...

14 Reasons Humility Is Good for Building Up Your Faith

Lisa Loraine Baker

Faith brings to us the awareness and joyful acknowledgement of God. The Bible tells us without faith it is impossible to please God, and God rewards those who humbly draw near to and believe in Him&nb...

How Can We Live So Christ Is Glorified because of Us?

Lisa Loraine Baker

The key for us as believers is to be the people God created us to be! No longer are we to be conformed to the norms of the world, but we are to be transformed, living a life pleasing to Him who called...

What Does the Bible Tell Us about King Zedekiah?

Britt Mooney

The Bible constantly reminds us that there are consequences for our actions, especially if we are leaders who idolize anything other than God. Zedekiah, king of Judah, learned this lesson in a particu...

Is Satan Real?

Lori Stanley Roeleveld

A recent study found that more Americans believe in Satan than in God. But is Satan real? Here's what the Bible has to tell us about him....

Why is God Called "Holy, Holy, Holy"? Revelation 4:8 Explained

Hope Bolinger

In Revelation 4:8, readers stumble across a verse that says, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God almighty.” Popularized in worship songs, this short passage in the last book of the New Tes...

Does the Bible Teach that Masturbation is a Sin?

Lisa Loraine Baker

The Bible is clear that sex should be confined to a husband and wife. But it doesn't say much, or anything, about some other sexual acts. So can we conclude then that masturbation or other sexual acts...

Why We Must “Walk in the Light, as He Is in the Light”

Lisa Loraine Baker

When we want to know and emulate someone, we spend as much time as possible with them. How much more should we take time to read and study God’s Word, for knowing His Word means knowing God. ...

26 Verses to Ground You When Life Feels Chaotic

Pamela Palmer

We may face hardships and challenges because of the brokenness of the world, but God wants us to have hope and peace through it all. Jesus has overcome every situation and circumstance you will ever f...

Is Masturbation a Sin?

Heather Riggleman

Let’s be clear, masturbation is an act of instant, self-gratification. It is quite the opposite of the self-control that we are constantly reminded of in the Bible. Self-control is an act of obedience...

How Does Honesty Help Us Model the Love of Jesus?

Sheila Alewine

For Christ-followers, honesty isn’t just an option; it’s non-negotiable. Scripture is clear that lying is a sin, and that sincere disciples of Jesus are committed to truth-telling. We understand that ...

10 Calming Psalms to Pray When You Feel Afraid

Micah Maddox

Fear is a normal human emotion, and one that our Heavenly Father understands and empathizes with. He gave us His word, filled with wisdom and relatable stories, to help soothe our fears and blanket us...

How Can You Overcome a Spirit of Heaviness?

Leigh Ann Thomas

Psalm 38:9 is filled with hope for those with a spirit of heaviness because it’s a reminder that God is aware of our burdens....

What Is the Meaning of the Fourth Week of Advent Candle?

G. Connor Salter

The fourth advent candle is the last one lit for most advent wreaths, marking the last phase of the advent season....

Are There Crowns in Heaven?

Ben Reichert

The Bible talks about five different crowns that believers receive in heaven. But should we seek to earn them?...

How ‘And’ Bridges God's Sovereignty with Man's Free Will

Sheila Alewine

One of the great theological battles is whether we as humans have free will over our salvation, or if it is all dependent upon God's sovereignty. There are various schools of thought and both have str...

What Is Greed and How Do I Know if I'm Greedy?

April Motl

Scripture doesn’t specifically define greed. In America, we often relegate greed as some abstract quality only the uber rich are guilty of. The rest of us just “want” stuff…...

Is the Bible Anti-Wealth?

Larry White

In his short time on earth doing ministry, Jesus spent a lot of time talking about money and wealth. But does the Bible really teach that the wealthy won't get to heaven? And why then are we "storing ...

How to Respond When People Say the Bible Is Metaphorical

Denise Kohlmeyer

How would you respond if someone said to you, “The Bible is only metaphorical. You can’t take it literally.” Chances are, you’d be stumped, tongue-tied, at a loss for how to answer. But the answer is ...