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What Makes God So Awesome?

Dawn Wilson

“Awesome” is an appropriate word to use for God, and it’s not to be used flippantly. The Psalmist rightly asks, “Who is like the LORD our God?” (Psalm 113:5). He is unequaled and unsurpassed. Anyone w...

What Is the Book of Amos All About?

Brad Simon

Chosen by God to deliver a powerful message to Israel, Amos is neither trained as a prophet nor the son of a prophet. A devout man with a heart full of faith, Amos embraced his role as a messenger of ...

5 Prayers for Those in the Midst of the Abortion Debate

Emma Danzey

Prayer and interceding on behalf of others is a beautiful privilege that the body of Christ often neglects. Let’s take some time to pray around this topic and seek the Lord at His Word today....

What Does the Bible Say about Suicide?

Bethany Verrett

Depression and mental health are hot topics in the world right now, but when it comes to suicide, many - especially in the church - fall silent. It's a difficult and sometimes divisive issue, and it c...

Why Do So Many Things Take “40 Days and 40 Nights” in the Bible?

Jessica Brodie

There are dozens of times the number 40 is mentioned throughout the Bible, as well. For instance, Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah (Genesis 25:20). The Israelites wandered 40 years in...

How Can I Get Started Reading the Bible?

Allie Boman

If you've become interested in the Bible, you're in good company. The Bible, in one translation or another, has been printed billions of times and remains one of the bestselling books of all time....

Does God Ever Change His Mind?

Changing our minds feels so natural to us as humans, it’s hard to envision life without it. But what would it mean for God to change his mind? Does he? Could he? Or are all his plans and purposes immu...

9 Encouraging Reasons You Should Pray the Scriptures

Pamela Palmer

Prayer and Bible reading are not separate activities. The Bible is full of real, powerful prayers from faith warriors, and we can borrow their words in our own prayers. Let's take a look at what this ...

Empowering Lessons from the Life of Lydia

Hope Bolinger

The Bible is an ancient text, no matter which book you are reading. But even though it was written during a highly male-centered time period, it has plenty of empowering stories of women. One of these...

Was the Promised Land Really Flowing with Milk and Honey?

Hope Bolinger

Throughout the Bible, the Promised Land of Israel, Jerusalem, is described as a land flowing with milk and honey. In many ways, that was symbolic for prosperity and joy. But was it also literal? Just ...

Leaders: Are You Fanning the Flame or Snuffing It Out?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Church leaders have an enormous responsibility. They are shepherding church members, counseling those in need, as well as caring for themselves and their own families. In 2 Timothy 1:6, Paul charges l...

7 Inspiring Things to Know about the Song of Moses

Bethany Verrett

As recorded in his last book, Deuteronomy, towards the end of his life, Moses composed a song, inspired by God, to give to the people of Israel. ...

Is It True That "the Heart Is Deceitful above All Things"?

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...

What Are the Most Important Mountains in the Bible?

Hope Bolinger

There are several mountains mentioned in the Bible, but what are the most important mountains in the Bible. And what happened at each location?...

Why Ezra, the Prophet and Priest, Has Such a Powerful Story

Melissa Henderson

Ezra was a scribe and a priest. We read about him in the Old Testament. Although details of his birth, youth, and family information are not shared in Scripture, we learn that Ezra was a man dedicated...

5 Beautiful Prayers for Peace

Tammy Kennington

When we say a prayer for peace, we aren't just asking for things to go well. The Bible makes it clear that there is a special kind of peace in Jesus, which means more than just absence of trouble....

How Did Ahijah Predict That Israel Would Split?

Connor Salter

Ahijah was a prophet from the town of Shiloh (1 Kings 11:29). Like many prophets, he served as a spokesperson for when God wanted to inform rulers of what he was going to do. ...

How Did Elisha’s Bones Resurrect a Dead Man?

Bethany Verrett

This complicated moment speaks to the lasting impact of the presence and power of God, a foretelling of the resurrecting power of the Lord, and it was a unique reminder to the nation of Israel to reme...

What Is the Second Week of Advent Candle's Meaning?

G. Connor Salter

Each advent candle has some special meaning behind it and presents an opportunity to think about the Christmas season in a new way. The second advent takes us from thinking about hope to a related ide...