On AI: How do I defend the beacon of truth as a new idol rises?
AI is quietly eroding the foundation of our faith, even becoming a modern idol. In the face of this unprecedented technological storm, how do I stand firm and defend the beacon of truth?
Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
Most Popular Bible Verses for Christmas
During the Christmas season, Bible readers often turn to well-known passages from Matthew and Luke, along with selections from Isaiah and Psalms. People not only read the familiar stories of Jesus’ birth but also take time to reflect on Psalms and Old Testament prophecies.
Heartwarming Compilation of Bible Verses About Fall and Harvest
The weather is getting colder, the leaves are turning color, and pumpkins are now on display in every store and shop. You know what that means: fall is coming! Fall is the season of harvest and preparing for winter, relating to the Biblical phrase: “You reap what you sow.” In a spiritual sense, we are to reap the fruits of faithful prayer, love, and humility. From the editors to you, we’ve compiled a heartwarming collection of everyone’s favorite Bible verses about fall and harvest. These verses
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11 Inspiring Father's Day Bible Verses for Cards, Letters and Gifts
This Father's Day, include one of these Bible verses in a card for your father, grandfather, or father figure to let him know how much he means to you.
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Saddleback Church Pastor Rick Warren Shares 3 Things to Do When God Delays Answering Prayers
Saddleback Church pastor Rick Warren shares the three things to do when it seems God is delaying our prayer requests.
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Devotional: The Power of Words
Evidently, God meant for words to have power. We know that God, filled with love, care, and creativity, spoke and different areas of the world came into being. And we know from Scripture that our own words have incredible power.
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Devotional: Tips for Raising Godly Children
August 23, 2017: Having a family full of laughter, memories, care and courage is a beautiful contribution because thus we send our children out into the world with a solid foundation that equips them to make wise choices and then make their own contributions
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In Social Media Obsessed Culture, Which Kingdom are You Building?
June 23, 2017: In a culture obsessed with image and social media, which Kingdom are you building?
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3 Compelling Reasons You Should Stop Following Your Pastor
June 9, 2017: When is it necessary for Christians to stop following their pastor? John Piper gives three compelling reasons taken from the Bible.
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Three Reasons Every Christians Should Celebrate Pentecost
For Christians, Pentecost - which falls this coming Sunday - is one of the most important days of the year. While it's not as well known as Easter or Christmas, Pentecost represents one of the most significant events to take place in the New Testament: The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ.
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Pentecost 2017 Date, Bible Verses and the Meaning in Christian Faith
This coming Sunday, June 4, Christians around the world will observe Pentecost. For Christians, Pentecost is significant because celebrates the day that Jesus Christ ascended to heaven and the Holy Spirit descended to bless His apostles.
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What Is Pentecost and How Is It Significant to the Modern Day Church?
Most Christians have some idea about Pentecost, but considering it is not as widely celebrated as other Christian holidays, it is easy to conclude that many believers are uncertain about the significance of the Pentecost to the modern church. What is Pentecost anyway, and how is it significant to the church today?
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Do Babies Go to Heaven When They Die?
The question of whether or not babies go to heaven when they die is an issue long debated by Christians.
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4 Keys to Experiencing a Breakthrough in Your Life
Have you been praying for breakthrough in your life whether in their marriage, finances, health, relationships, family, business or other areas of your life but it seem there are blockages? Here are some keys that would help you to breakthrough in life.
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Do You Feel Like Giving Up? Learn From The Story of Joseph When You Feel Like Quitting Life
In life, there are moments that you feel like you can't handle it anymore and you want to give up the good fight of faith. But what you do not know is that when you are down to nothing, God is up to something. Just like the story of Joseph who walked difficult roads in life but overcame it all by trusting in God.
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Many Professing Christians Know Little of the Bible—Here Are Five Ways Churches Can Address Biblical Illiteracy
Biblical illiteracy is a problem in many churches today. However, the problem can be addressed. It would take the combined efforts of pastors, parents, Sunday school teachers and others to help more people, especially the youth, know more about the Bible. Here are five recommendations on how the church can fight biblical illiteracy.
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Importance of Putting on Full Armor of God Daily According to Book of Ephesians
"Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places." Ephesians 6:10-12