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Who Was Deborah in the Bible and Why Was She So Important?

Rhonda Stoppe

Before Israel had kings to rule over them, God appointed judges and prophets to speak to the people on His behalf. When the judge was a godly influence, he would lead Israel to repentance and victor...

Can Women Be Pastors? The Ordination of Women to Pastoral Ministry

Dr. Michael A. Milton

The biblical revelation of the role relationships of men and women, those who are called to the office of pastor, to those who were called to the office of deacon, or elder, or those who serve in a va...

"The Truth Will Set You Free" - What it Means & Why Jesus Said It

Kyle Blevins

You may have heard this saying in an academic setting before; “the truth will set you free” could certainly apply to learning and gaining new knowledge. However, the original intent of t...

What Does the Bible Say about Respecting Our Elders?

Jessica Brodie

What does the Bible say about respecting our elders, and why is this important today? The good news is the Bible says plenty about the importance of respecting our elders....

3 Powerful Lessons from the Story of the Bleeding Woman

Frank Santora

What makes her story one of victory instead of defeat is the fact that her desperation fueled her tenacity, which ignited her faith. And even though we are never told her name, she stands for all time...

20 Inspiring Baby Names Found in the Bible

Emma Danzey

As believers in Christ, the Bible is always a popular place to go to find inspiration for a child’s name. However, maybe you or a loved one is looking for something a little more outside of the box....

Who Did Jesus Appear to First after His Resurrection?

Jessica Brodie

Taking a look at details of the resurrection story in such a focused lens tells us important things about Jesus and his view about people — and about women. ...

What Believers Need to Know about the Whore of Babylon in Revelation

Lucas Hagen

In Revelation, we're introduced to 'mother of prostitutes,' often referred to as the 'whore of Babylon.' Let's focus on the big picture of John's description, and what we must know, allowing that to g...

What Facts Do We Have to Prove the Resurrection?

Frank Santora

But one of the most difficult things for unbelievers to grapple with is the account of the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the Gospels. Claiming a man came back to life after a torturous death a...

What Is the Jezebel Spirit?

Mike Leake

There is nothing in this text which mentions a Jezebel spirit. Yet, there does appear to be someone who is like Jezebel. There is one within the church who is exemplifying the same character traits as...

20 Bible Verses to Grow Your Marriage

Debbie McDaniel

Marriage is a gift – an amazing blessing from God. ...

Empowering Lessons from the Life of Lydia

Hope Bolinger

The Bible is an ancient text, no matter which book you are reading. But even though it was written during a highly male-centered time period, it has plenty of empowering stories of women. One of these...

4 Beautiful Lessons from the Life of Elisabeth Elliot

Ruth Clemence

Who was Elisabeth Elliot? Throughout her life she was a missionary, wife, and mother, but above all she was a courageous follower of Christ. By looking back at her life, we can draw encouragement in o...

Who Wrote Proverbs?

Dr. Sandra Hamer Smith

The book of Proverbs is full of wisdom and instruction. It's one of the most often quoted books of the Bible, and many of the sayings found in Proverbs have become common sayings for us today. But jus...

Why Did God Cause Eve - and All Women - to Experience Pain in Childbirth?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

There is no curse in giving birth to children. While the pain in childbirth is a reminder of the sinful decision made by Adam and Eve, it is not a curse (even though some women may want to curse in th...

What Does Biblical ‘Love in Action’ Look Like?

Melissa Henderson

Reading Scripture can show us how love in action was shown in the Bible. One of the most profound and special ways love was shown is when God gave His only Son so that we would not perish but have eve...

Why Should We Also Pay Attention to Jairus in the Story about His Daughter?

Dr. Sandra Hamer Smith

Jairus is significant in the Bible because Jesus raised his daughter from the dead. Jesus had just healed a man who was demon-possessed....

6 Beautiful Lessons from the Life of Rachel in the Bible

Betty Dunn

Rachel in the Bible is a quiet character who occasionally speaks her mind and sometimes acts with questionable integrity....

3 Ways Jesus Shows Us How to Practice Hospitality

Mike Leake

Hospitality is about opening up yourself to others. It is not merely about hosting lavish dinner parties or providing a comfortable place to stay; it encompasses a deeper sense of welcoming, acceptanc...

What Does the Bible Tell Us about the Garden of Eden?

Dr. Sandra Hamer Smith

The Garden of Eden is probably the most famous place mentioned in the Bible. What details does the Bible give us about its location and features?...