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How Can Women Clothe Themselves in Strength and Dignity Daily?

Heather Riggleman

Since the beginning, God clothed women in strength and dignity. Do you ever wonder why movies like Wonder Woman and Super Girl are gaining popularity? ...

What Does “Life and Death Are in the Power of the Tongue” Mean in the Bible?

Debbie Wilson

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Maybe you’ve said it, but do you believe it? Someone revised this into, “Sticks and stones may break our...

Growth through Pain

Jessi Gering

It’s difficult to chart spiritual growth in the midst of pain. But being open to God’s work in our lives means being open to His correction....

7 Motivational Scriptures for Parents

Kyle Blevins

As I left work one day feeling great, I noticed a stark contrast in my attitude when I got home. It is possible that the messes visible from all entry ways after a full day of work were just too much ...

What Does the Bible Advise if You're a Glutton for Punishment?

Melissa Henderson

No one wants to be known as a glutton for punishment. But does the Bible tell us anything about how to avoid entering that position?...

Are We Taking God Seriously?

Chris Swanson

I believe that the actual question that we should ask ourselves is this, “How do we go about taking God seriously?” Taking God seriously starts first by us having a “fear of the Lord.” ...

What Is Biblical Discipline, and How Can We Grow This Virtue?

Bethany Verrett

For someone who has put their faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and eternal life and has the Holy Spirit indwelling, they can rely on God to help them grow in discipline in both personal and spiritu...

What Grows from a Healthy Fear of the Lord?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

Unlike harmful phobias, the fear of the Lord is most sensible, most wholesome, and most desired. How so? There are at least three revealed truths that stir a godly fear of the Lord....

Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?

Bethany Verrett

This can be a tempting model for Christian parents because it models values like gentleness, patience, and love, which are Fruits of the Spirit and Christ-like virtues. However, we should examine ever...

How Does Honesty Help Us Model the Love of Jesus?

Sheila Alewine

For Christ-followers, honesty isn’t just an option; it’s non-negotiable. Scripture is clear that lying is a sin, and that sincere disciples of Jesus are committed to truth-telling. We understand that ...

7 Thoughts on Church Discipline

I am frequently asked about my thoughts on church discipline. I’ve learned that most of the time, when someone asks, they have a personal agenda they are attempting to address, far more than they have...

How to Guard Your Heart

Adrian Rogers

Why is the thought life so important? Why did Solomon tell his son, “Keep your heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life?” Because the thought life controls the rest of your life....

How Can We Teach Christians Today That Charm Is Deceitful?

Emma Danzey

He says that charm is deceitful. How do we combat a world full of deception and stay level in the truth of Christ? ...

Your Bible: A Living Treasure, Part 3

The Bible must be assimilated - taken into your mind, understood, and provided as nourishment for your soul and spirit....

What Does the Bible Say about Relationships?

Kristi Woods

What does the Bible say about relationships? We all have them—with friends, spouses, parents, children, and more. Some flow easily and bring much joy. Others not so much. What, then, should we...

Is it Always Sinful to Lie?

Alyssa Roat

God knows we all have the propensity to lie. But what does the Bible say about lying as a sin?...

People are Messy

We were put on this earth to do life with one another. We are better together than we are apart – even with all of the complications of relationships....

Is it Fact or Fiction That God Works in Mysterious Ways?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

The phrase "God works in mysterious ways" is not found anywhere in Scripture. But, does that mean it isn't true? To investigate this, and all claims about the character of God, we must look closely at...

6 Essential Characteristics of a Godly Woman

Cally Logan

From kindness to others to integrity for her family to wisdom to a heart for the Lord such a life is one to pray for daily. Beauty, charm, riches, and mystery are all things that for a time can appear...

What Exactly Is the Tree of Life?

Greg Grandchamp

From the very start of creation in Genesis 2:9 to the end of creation as we know it in Revelation 22:2, we can see the thread of the Tree of Life. From perfection in the garden of Eden, to the return ...