Chris Russell
Paul tells us in Hebrews 3:13, “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.” I believe our generation has better tools ...
Mike Leake
Through our union with Christ, all the blessings of Israel become ours. But this new covenant obedience is different than that of the Old Testament. It is not a servile obedience, but a friendship obe...
Blair Parke
One of the greatest gifts you can give your friends is prayer. We can pray for their needs and for the blessing of God’s presence to guide them each day....
Blair Parke
We see it everywhere in daily life: in court cases, on political campaigns, even in our interactions with our family, friends, and co-workers. Accountability is something that is held in high regard b...
Ed Jarrett
As believers in the Lord Jesus, we are a part of the universal body of Christ. But we should also be gathering with other believers in a local community of faith – a place where we can serve God along...
Kristi Walker
David was a shepherd; Jonathan was a prince. Jonathan had his own armor; David had a harp and a slingshot. Jonathan grew up in the palace and was trained in the art of war; David grew up in the &ldq...
Heather Adams
Part of Jesus’ mission on Earth was to be an example for us of how to live. As He went, He modeled what good friendship looks like. His words and actions were based on Old Testament principles. And if...
The phrase "falling in love" isn't a biblical expression. In fact, the Bible reveals that love is much greater than just a feeling....
Chris Russell
I recently published a blog post called “8 Keys to Knowing God’s Will For Your Life.” That post was directed toward helping believers to figure out the big picture in regard to God...
Drew Hunter
What does the Bible say about friendship? Perhaps more than we may have thought. The theme of friendship weaves through the whole storyline of Scripture, climaxing at the cross of Jesus Christ and str...
Bethany Verrett
While the Bible is not a book about etiquette or the ins and outs of interpersonal behavior, there are examples in the Bible of real people who exhibited healthy and unhealthy relationships that can s...
Lisa Loraine Baker
Maybe they are facing a long season of infertility or waiting on a job or relationship change, or a life-changing event looms on the horizon. Each time of suffering hurts, and when it’s extended, the ...
Melissa Henderson
Why is prayer important for Christians? A life filled with Christ means we will go to Him in joyful moments and in times of sorrow. We will pray for others. Family, friends, strangers and enemies. Pra...
People simply cannot believe that a woman could have been a close friend to Jesus. But I believe this is what Mary Magdalene had with him: a very deep and special friendship, a friendship that I can ...
Melissa Henderson
That abundant life Jesus promised is one filled with meaning, purpose, joy, and strength for the spirit, soul, and the body. ...
Emma Danzey
Will we act like the world to be loved by the world, or will we be set apart as a witness to Jesus? Will we honor family, friends, or even ministries more than honoring Christ? Will we use our words t...