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How Are All Things Possible with God?

Jeannie Myers

In Matthew 19:26, Jesus makes an astonishing statement. He tells His disciples that "with God, all things are possible." What exactly is the Savior saying here? Does he mean we can all be astronauts a...

Why Is Joseph of Arimathea included in the Easter Story?

Lisa Baker

A good and righteous man (Luke 23:50). To be described as righteous in Scripture is high commendation, putting Joseph of Arimathea in the company of Abraham....

What Is Mount Zion and Why Is It So Important?

Annette Griffin

Zion is important because it refers to the land upon which God’s temple was built. For centuries, Mount Zion was where God’s physical presence on Earth dwelt. Of all locations mentioned in Scripture, ...

Why Everyone Should Know about Joash, the Boy-King Who Survived a Massacre

Sylvia Schroeder

Joash survived a massacre staving off a wicked plot which would have brought the Davidic throne to the edge of extinction....

Why Do We Say Christians Are "Born Again"?

Heather Adams

Many see being reborn and being saved as very closely related. Being saved means escaping God’s wrath because we have professed our faith in Jesus. At that moment, we are also reborn spiritually. Both...

3 Ways We Grow in Seasons of Waiting

Rev. Kyle Norman

Like waiting at the check-out, waiting for the realization of God’s promises can feel frustrating at times. Have you ever asked yourself “Why must I wait for the good things of God?” If so, you are no...

How Long Is a Generation in the Bible?

Lisa Loraine Baker

How many years is a generation in the Bible? The answer helps us to understand not just how the Bible emphasizes the importance of family, but also why it's important to pass lessons on....

Why Does Jesus Say He Will Separate the Sheep and the Goats?

Pamela Palmer

Jesus is the Shepherd, and in this verse, He said that He will separate sheep (believers) from goats (unbelievers) when He returns. The sheep represent those who have accepted salvation and the goats ...

Why Are Those Who “Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness” Blessed?

Bethany Verrett

The desire for righteousness, and the hunger to have a right relationship with God, is the beginning of a walk with God. When Jesus says that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness are blessed,...

What Is Daniel's Prayer - and How Can We Pray Like Daniel?

Hope Bolinger

In the ninth chapter of the book of Daniel, we see a young man recently taken captive, praying for help and deliverance. What can we learn today from Daniel's prayer?...

Gamaliel: A Cascading Impact from a Lesser-Known Bible Character

Lisa Loraine Baker

The significance of this passage in Acts outlines the actions of a man who, though an unbeliever in Jesus Christ, was used by God to further His kingdom. God used the Jewish authorities to release the...

What Are Each of the 12 Tribes of Israel Known For?

Emma Danzey

The 12 tribes of Israel came from Jacob’s 12 sons. Each tribe was named after one of Jacob’s children or grandchildren. ...

Should Christians Still Use the Romans Road to Salvation?

Britt Mooney

The Romans Road to Salvation is an iconic evangelistic model. But where did it come from? And should Christians use it today?...

8 Ways Facebook Can Actually Help You Share the Gospel

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 ...

Who Was Isaiah and Why Is He Important?

Dawn Wilson

I have to admit something to my shame. I never read the book of Isaiah until 2017. Oh, I read and even memorized a few verses, but I was afraid to tackle the book, thinking it would be too difficult. ...

Can We Still See God's Power in Boring Days?

Ruth Clemence

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, and his incomparably g...

Will We Know Each Other in Heaven?

Colin Smith

David knew that he would see his son again in the presence of the Lord, and knowing that he would be reunited with the son he loved brought him comfort in his bereavement....

What Does the Bible Say about Leadership?

Michael Lee Stallard

Leading entails influencing people to think, say and behave in ways that take them from one place to another. Leading can be formal (you hold a position of authority in a group) or informal (you influ...

15 Things You Need to Know about the Antichrist and His Rise to Power

Ron Rhodes

Revelation pictures the antichrist as a beast 32 times. The image points to the brutal, bloody, uncontrolled, and wild character of this diabolical dictator....

What Does It Mean That We Must Enter by the Narrow Gate?

Frank Santora

We live in a time when the politically correct thing to believe and to say is that all religious roads are valid, as long as a person is sincere in holding that belief. That is, it doesn’t matter how ...