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Be Encouraged That God Looks at Our Heart, not Outward Appearances

Lisa Loraine Baker

We humans cannot do anything with complete purity because our sinful hearts lead us into areas of vast sin, and there is only one way they can be fixed: Jesus Christ. He is the only way toward a pure ...

Where Does the Phrase “From the River to the Sea” Come From, and What Does It Mean?

Bible Study Tools

In the recent conflict between Israel and Palestine, you’ve perhaps heard a phrase shouted at demonstrations. That phrase is “From the river to the sea…” Typically, it ends with “…Palestine will be fr...

What Does the Bible Say about Asaph?

Lori Stanley Roeleveld

Asaph is the psalmist you know but don’t realize you know. ...

In Times of Trouble, Remember Where Your Help Comes From

Dawn Wilson

God is the believer’s protector, guarding day and night both now and into eternity. He grips the believer’s hand and says, “Do not fear, I will help you” (Isaiah 41:13). He knows everything and watche...

Why 'the Lord Is My Strength and Shield' Is so Encouraging in Hard Times

Emma Danzey

Within this beautiful passage, David shares, “The Lord is my strength and shield.” Why is this so encouraging, especially in hard times?...

8 Psalms to Claim When You Feel Like You Can’t Take One More Thing

Micah Maddox

Discouragement and frustration can mount to unexpected heights and faith can feel like it is falling apart. Life is just hard sometimes. But there is hope! And help! Life might be filled with chaos, h...

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...

The Beautiful Truth in the Promise "God Is Within Her, She Will Not Fall"

Jeannie Myers

“God is within her, she will not fall” is emblazoned on mugs and shirts and necklaces as a war cry – remember who you are and lift your head. The phrase paints an image of a heroine standing tall as t...

What Does Psalm 135:6 Mean for the Coronavirus?

Stephanie Englehart

Friends do not let God's good pleasure, in any matter, scare you away or harden your hearts in anger. Rather, let His good pleasure mold your heart to His—let it help you see the greatness of who God ...

Where Does My Help Come From? Understanding God’s Promises in Psalm 121

Britt Mooney

Since we all go through chaos and crisis, it shouldn’t surprise us how God filled the Bible with promises to rescue and deliver his people from any danger. ...

Finding Encouragement for Our Journey in the Psalms of Ascent

Mike Leake

Along this journey from displaced to finally dwelling with God we find a group of fifteen psalms known as the Psalms of Ascent. These psalms (120-134) are all about getting back home—they are about dw...

The Secret of Joy: Psalm 126

Psalm 126 shows us not only that “laughter” and God go together but also God and “joy.” This psalm is written to help you discover the secret of joy....

What Does 'Deep Calls to Deep' Teach Us about God's Great Power?

Lori Stanley Roeleveld

'Deep calls to deep' is a powerful phrase, but what does it mean when the Bible uses it?...

Why Is It Important That David's 'Cup Runneth Over'?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Psalm 23 is one that we turn to often, both for encouragement and courage in trying times. But despite the familiarity of these lines, there is still some odd language throughout. Specifically, what d...

What Does Psalm 127:3-5 Actually Mean?

Dawn Wilson

In a society that increasingly views children as burdens or inconvenient disruptions rather than treasures to be appreciated and desired, the idea that children are a blessing sent from God is counter...

How You Can Pray through the Psalms

Kelly-Jayne McGlynn

Because the Psalms share stories, circumstances, and thoughts from people thousands of years ago, but that are still universal to humanity today, they are able to bring us a level of comfort like litt...

What Does the Bible Say about Justice?

Jeannie Myers

The Lord loves justice (Psalm 33:5). All His ways are just and true (Revelation 15:3). Psalm 89:14 tells us that righteousness and justice are the very foundation of His throne. When God lis...

5 Comforting Psalms for When We Worry

Kirstyn Mayden

Times are tough for so many of us right now. Whether it's financial trouble, health concerns, or anxiety over political issues and current events, there is plenty to worry about. 1 Peter 5:7 says to c...

Why Does the Bible Say that God Inhabits the Praise of His People?

Britt Mooney

Just what does it mean that God inhabits the praises of his people?...

How to Know 'Joy Comes in the Morning' in Your Darkest Hour

Josie Siler

But a shout of joy comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5, NASB). The word used here for joy is the Hebrew word rinnah. It means “ringing cry of entreaty, supplication” or “ringing cry in proclamation, joy...