Meg Bucher
“… the name by which he is called is The Word of God” (Revelation 19:13b).The Old Testament records the history of God’s people before Jesus was born on earth, but the story of our redemption didn’t s...
Elizabeth Laing Thompson
We’ve all been there: lonely. Longing to feel connected, needed, known.Wishing relationships weren’t so hard—or so hard to find.Wanting closer friends, people who “get” us in that deep-down, soul-mate...
Lisa Loraine Baker
In the U.S. we rarely kiss someone other than a family member or a boyfriend/girlfriend. Instead, when greeting acquaintances or when introduced to a new person, we usually shake hands or bump fists.&...
Bethany Verrett
To be given life is the single greatest gift every person and living creature received, or will receive, from Almighty God. Life is years of opportunity to develop a relationship with God, with others...
Heather Adams
Christmastime is filled with all sorts of wonderful music. From hymns to spirituals, to more modern-day classics, we can feast on songs all throughout the season. But some songs are more focused on th...
Lisa Loraine Baker
The sweetest (and sometimes funniest) prayers are said by children before bed. From thanking God for a family to thanking Him for dessert, children’s prayers run the gamut.I have two nephews who, when...
Jessica Brodie
Coaches often advise people embarking on a lifestyle change to start their day with a positive, affirming routine that both centers and energizes them. Starting the day “right” often leads to a strong...
Nathan Eshelman
The Lord Jesus has taken away the sting of death through his resurrection. Believers know that for all who are in union with Jesus, their bodies will be united to Christ after death and they anticipat...
Michael Jakes
From the very dawn of human history, Satan has made his intentions clear. Man has been the object of his intense hatred. As he conversed with Eve in the garden through the serpent, his purposes become...
Jessica Brodie
The Bible paints a beautiful picture of creation, artfully and painstakingly handcrafted by God. In Genesis, we’re told how God made the heavens and the earth, formed man from the dust of the earth, a...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
You can rejoice when taking communion because your forgiveness, your redemption, your eternal life is all because of the great sacrifice Jesus made for you. Don’t let communion just be a solemn moment...
Pamela Palmer
According to the Bible, every good and perfect gift comes from above and is given by the Father (see James 1:17). God loves His children and has good things for those who follow Him....
Debbie McDaniel
Many of us have been there. Middle of the night. Darkness surrounds. Stars shining brightly. All is quiet. All should be at peace. Except for one problem. We can’t sleep. Thoughts are swirling, an...
Clarence L. Haynes Jr.
Have you ever stopped to think why was it necessary for Jesus to come in the flesh? I am going to present to you seven reasons which I believe will help to answer this question....
Andy Lee
We've probably all heard the expression "apple of my eye," but you may not know it appears in the Bible. Here's what it means when God calls people "the apple of my eye."...
Jarrid Wilson
You serve at your local Church over 40+ hours a week, unpaid. You are involved in multiple ministries.You always arrive early and make sure to stay late. You help collect tithes and offerings. You ser...
Lianna Davis
The book of Jude is one of the shortest in the Bible, at just one chapter. However, this letter has plenty to say about our gift of salvation. Follow along as we break down two of Jude's most encourag...
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Advent is a wonderful time of celebrating the coming of Jesus and Christmas. Within this busy holiday season, may you use these Advent prayers to find peace and joy in meditation of the gifts of life ...
Felicia Alvarez
It smelled. Bad—really bad. In fact, I thought I was going to be sick. But the kids of this neighborhood in Mexico didn’t seem to notice the stench surrounding them. They held our hands as we climbed ...