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Why Is the ‘Lamb of God’ So Significant?

Whitney Hopler

Learning why the Lamb of God is so significant can inspire us with awe and deepen our trust in Jesus. ...

Why Did the First Believers Receive the Holy Spirit Via Tongues of Fire?

Britt Mooney

When the feast of Pentecost arrived, “tongues of fire” descended upon each disciple (Acts 2:3). What exactly were these tongues of fire?...

Why Does Jesus Call Us to Surrender?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

In Matthew 6:10, Jesus instructs us to pray "your kingdom come, your will be done." Easier said than done, most days. What does this call to surrender mean, and why would it look like to live this out...

What Does It Mean to Be a "Pleasing Aroma of Christ"?

Ruth Clemence

To God, believers are a “pleasing aroma of Christ.” We bring the good news of Jesus, and we are His ambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:20). In the world, there are those who are being saved and those who ar...

Who Wrote Amazing Grace?

Pamela Palmer

John Newton’s story is one of profound transformation and deliverance. It is clear that his radical change resulted in the formation of this hymn. Its words are very relatable for many believers who k...

Is There an Expectation of Eternal Life in the Old Testament?

Randy Alcorn

The New Testament reflects much more specific revelation from God of the afterlife. Yet there are some strong Old Testament indicators, though not nearly as many....

Who Was Zipporah and What Can We Learn from Her Life?

Bethany Verrett

There are many lessons to learn from the marriage of Moses and Zipporah about leadership, communication, and how there can be unintended consequences to zealous obedience. ...

Is the Bema Seat Reserved for Christians or Unbelievers in the End Times?

Lisa Loraine Baker

In the Bible, The Bema Seat is the title given the Judgment Seat of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 14:10). The judgment of each Christian is not a determination of who will enter heaven, because t...

Can Someone’s Name Be Erased from the Book of Life?

Lisa Loraine Baker

As Jesus’ saints, we persevere and we are assured God will complete in us what He began (Philippians 1:16). At the moment of true conversion, we are sealed with the Holy Spirit. He is our guarantee....

How Can Christians Effectively Serve One Another in Love?

Corey Sipe

We know that we are supposed to serve one another in love, but how do we accomplish this difficult task?...

How Old Was Abraham When He Died?

Kelly-Jayne McGlynn

Abraham is famous for trusting God to bear him at such a late stage in life, and he continued trusting him for another 75 years. But what else do we know about what Abraham accomplished in his long li...

5 Solid Tips for Having an Extended Quiet Time

Micah Maddox

No matter how long you have been studying and reading God’s Word, there is always a way to extend your time and expand your relationship with God. While quantity does not always equal quality, your ef...

Prayers for Lent for Renewal in the 2022 Lenten Season

Lia Martin

Every spring, we’re offered a beautiful opportunity to “…throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles” (Hebrews 12:1). So whether you are considering giving up something for ...

Living by Faith in an Uncertain World

So what does it mean to live by faith in an uncertain world? The life of Abraham can provide some key points to remember....

Why Did God Kill Aaron's Sons Nadab and Abihu?

Stephen Baker

Along with their father and other brothers, Nadab and Abihu underwent a meticulous seven-day cleansing/consecration ceremony. This assured they might be presented as holy before the Lord and fit for s...

Why Is Seventy Times Seven Still so Radical Today?

Connor Salter

Here is a look at what seventy times seven mean, and how it fits into the Bible’s teachings about sin, repentance, forgiveness, and rebuke....

Should We Be Reading the Bible Every Day?

Lisa Loraine Baker

We belong to Christ, and we are His bride (2 Corinthians 11:2). How do we get to know the One who saved us from the wrath of God except by spending time in His Word — the Bible? But is it biblical to ...

Who Was Deborah in the Bible and Why Was She So Important?

Rhonda Stoppe

Before Israel had kings to rule over them, God appointed judges and prophets to speak to the people on His behalf. When the judge was a godly influence, he would lead Israel to repentance and victor...

5 Things to Remember about Soli Deo Gloria

Stephanie Englehart

Because we were created from God’s glory, for His glory, there is no greater joy on earth than giving God glory (1 Peter 1:8)....

What Should You Do When It Feels Like God Is Trying to Tell You Something?

Lisa Loraine Baker

People may desire the power that comes with saying, “God told me such and such,” but it is misguided. The only power we trust is that of God and His Spirit working in our lives....