Betty Dunn
What kind of strongholds does Paul warn us to avoid? Are they mental or spiritual? Fortunately, the Bible doesn't leave us in the dark about how to handle strongholds whatever they may be....
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...
Jessica Brodie
The concept of listening to our hearts — trusting our minds, our inclinations, our intuitions — when it comes to decision-making is foolish. Instead of trusting our ways, which are false and misguided...
Dawn Wilson
In a society that increasingly views children as burdens or inconvenient disruptions rather than treasures to be appreciated and desired, the idea that children are a blessing sent from God is counter...
Liz Auld
Many are invited or called via the general call of the gospel, which is presented through the Bible, churches, missionaries, and any type of evangelism. Few are chosen means that, of those invited, on...
John Piper
The law which God gave to Moses at Mount Sinai a few months after bringing the people out of Egypt has been the victim of some very bad press in the past several hundred years. My guess is that there ...
Debbie Wilson
To judge means: to separate, to pick out, select, choose. By implication, it means to condemn, punish—avenge, conclude. It also carries the idea of having discernment. The passage where Jesus said, “D...
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). ...
Robbie Pruitt
The world and all that is in it was created for our enjoyment and pleasure and points us to a good God who loves us and desires our good pleasure. However, something is wrong....
Emma Danzey
Aging is spoken highly of in the Bible. It can be a sign of wisdom. Not everyone who is a senior citizen has wisdom, but many elderly believers do because of Christ in them....
Matt Tommey
Without a clear understanding of why we take every thought captive and the power that it gives us to cooperate with the Holy Spirit in our daily lives, well-meaning, devoted Christians will be left fr...
Bethany Verrett
The word "abide" appears all throughout Scripture. It's also a keyword that is tossed around in worship songs, sermons and throughout Christians circles. But what does this word actually mean? More to...
Hope Bolinger
God extends lovingkindness to us. He gives us mercy, favor, and kindness when we least deserve it. Let's explore 10 ways we see God’s lovingkindess on a daily basis....
Emma Danzey
In the same way, my plants died because I neglected them, faith without works is dead. When we accept Jesus into our lives, the Holy Spirit enters our hearts. ...
Lisa Loraine Baker
When we begin with a me-centered vision, we will always experience dissatisfaction. We expect God to answer our prayers at the moment we petition Him to fulfill our need for immediate gratif...
Jessi Gering
It’s difficult to chart spiritual growth in the midst of pain. But being open to God’s work in our lives means being open to His correction....
Jared Salomon
Several Scripture passages show us the traits of envy and troubles that come from envy. But these passages also advise us on how to watch out for envy....
Traci Boland
Because obedience to the Law was so important, the Pharisees became overly concerned with minute behaviors and whether these behaviors broke the Law or kept it. In this way, as experts of the Law, the...
Blair Parke
When we read these stories of amazing women that are at the same level of faith and resilience as men, we can see that the Bible is the opposite of sexist, but celebrates the capabilities that God has...