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7 Ways the Bible Encourages Personal Care Amidst Illness, Including Coronavirus

Bethany Verrett

The influence of sin in the world means there is pain, suffering, hatred, and death. It also means there are illnesses which ravage our bodies and disrupt our lives. Some diseases are more wide-reachi...

Should Christians Get Vaccinated?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Outside of religion and politics, few issues cause such division as that of vaccinations. But no matter where you stand, how should Christians respond to this issue? Does the Bible support, or deny va...

The Thanatos Syndrome: What the Bible Says about Euthanasia

Dr. Michael A. Milton

God hates the murderous taking of human life. Therefore, God abhors that wicked and deceitful deed that men call "The Good Death.” Our unequivocal statement is derived from many places in God’s Word. ...

What Does the Bible Say about Laughter, and Is it Truly the Best Medicine?

Melissa Henderson

“What does the Bible say about laughter?” Scripture shares about the lives of many people and their joys and trials. We are called to share the love of God with others. ...

How to Hear from God: 7 Languages of God You Need to Know

Mark Batterson

Adapted from Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God by Mark Batterson Copyright © 2017 by Mark Batterson. Published by Multnomah, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC. More than half a cent...

3 Uplifting Ways to Choose Joy Today, and Every Day

Lia Martin

Choosing joy means believing what Jesus promises in John 16 – that his work to reconcile us to God will make our joy “complete.” Joy is continually filling up on faith, not just feeling happy in good ...

What Did Jeremiah Mean by 'There Is Balm in Gilead'?

Blair Parke

In the book of Jeremiah, there was one balm in particular mentioned, the balm of Gilead, of which the prophet Jeremiah asked God why He hadn’t supplied this treasured balm to help in the healing of hi...

Can Christians Use Crystals?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

If you think using crystals can help promote “good energy,” then the question you must consider is where is that energy coming from? I can assure you it is not the Holy Spirit....

Is it Okay for Christians to Use Medical Marijuana?

Dr. Roger Barrier

I know that there is a general acceptance of antidepressant drugs, and these drugs definitely alter brain chemicals. But what about using marijuana to treat my symptoms?...

Christmas: The Only Gift Everyone Really Needs

Christmas in America is mostly about gifts given and received. But Christmas is really about the gift no one seeks but everyone needs....

How Do I Stop Doing What I Hate I Do?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

"What I hate I do" reminds us that we are complex beings who often do the worst thing for us. So how do we reach a healthier, God-honoring life?...

Will People Come Back to Church after COVID-19?

Mel Walker

There are some saying the new habit of watching church services at home will continue after the current stay-in-place orders are lifted. Others believe that Christians will miss the fellowship with ot...

Prayers for Health of Body, Mind, and Soul

Christianity.com Editorial Staff

Let us trust in the true physician of our health, going to God in prayer for protection or restoration. Discover some of the best prayers for health to use in supplication to the Lord, requesting the ...

5 Prayers to Persevere in Difficult Seasons

Bethany Verrett

The trials, tribulations, and temptations of living in a fallen world require perseverance, but in the end, there is eternity with the living God. Perseverance can be a difficult strength to call upon...

3 Powerful Prayers for Coronavirus - For Those Sick and Those Worried

Cally Logan

The threats of this world are real, but we do not stand against such threats alone. Our Heavenly Father stands with us, and in Him, we can find all we need to face such times. ...

7 Beautiful Things the Bible Says about Health

Ruth Clemence

Health is often taken for granted until you lose it. Many will spend money to keep fit, buy the right food and adopt a lifestyle to stay healthy. When we become unwell, it can affect what we do, how w...

Why Does God Call Himself "I Am That I Am"?

Bethany Verrett

Who is God? This question drives much of human history, and is a driving force across the meta-narrative of the Bible. After the fall of man in Genesis, mankind no longer had direct access to God, a...

Don't Waste Your Cancer

There are many other ways to waste your cancer. I am praying for myself and for you that we will not waste this pain....

Jesus’ Command Not to Worry Is Practical Advice

Emma Danzey

Jesus is saying we will have reasons in this life to worry, but we can rely on His help to avoid the wasted time and energy that anxiety brings. Jesus addresses our greatest needs of survival by telli...