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Nourishing Words

The lips of the righteous nourish many. — Proverbs 10:21 There was once a monk who, like many followers of Jesus at the time, was looking for a deeper walk ...

When God Doesn't Do What You Want

James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Him. “Teacher,” they said, “we want You to do for us whatever we ask.” — Mark 10:35 The disciples were on ...

What Is the Bible About?

The Bible is not primarily about us. Above all, the Bible is a book about God. God gave us the Bible so we can observe His character, discover His works, ...

Don't Doubt the Devil

The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. — Romans 16:20 Who is responsible for the infamy, terror, and agony that we see all around us? How ...

Slip Away to A Quiet Place

Editor's note: Wendy Blight knows what it's like to feel like peace has evaporated and nothing is "normal" anymore. In her book Rest for Your Soul, she shares how to connect ...

Our Battle Cry

He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” — Revelation 21:5 When I was thinking about how women approach midlife, I envisioned a large, lush, ...

Bedtime Liturgies That Help Us Rest in the Work of Jesus

Failure and Grace in the Story of God In a very real sense, parenting is one long process of revealing who you are. And usually that is not pretty. Perhaps ...

Self-Care Is Also Soul-Care

Get a System A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls. — Proverbs 25:28 NLT Cleaning and organizing go hand in hand. It’s far easier to keep ...

You Are Already Saved

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. — John 3:16 NKJV Tuck ...

Satan’s Vision for You

Fragile Faith Editor’s note: Jefferson Bethke and Jon Tyson’s new book Fighting Shadows: Overcoming 7 Lies That Keep Men from Becoming Fully Alive belongs on the bedtable of every guy ...

Scripture’s Unique Nature as the Inspired Word of God

Editor’s Note: We’re keeping it in the family today! Gavin Ortlund, author of the new book What It Means to Be Protestant, is my dear cousin and I’m thrilled to ...

How Do We Know That the Bible Is Divine Rather Than Merely Human in Origin?

To defend the faith, we must be equipped to demonstrate that the Bible is divine rather than human in origin. When we accomplish this, we will be able to answer ...

Peace I Leave With You

A friend and I were texting about how our mornings had not started well. She had lost her keys and subsequently missed both a dentist appointment and a work meeting. ...

The Lord Who Heals

YAHWEH ROPHE The Hebrew word rophe means “heal,” “cure,” “restore,” or “make whole.” Shortly after His people left Egypt for the Promised Land, God revealed Himself as Yahweh Rophe, “the ...

Developing an Eternal Mindset

Life on earth is temporary, but as believers, our ultimate hope lies in eternity with God. Having this mindset helps us endure uncertainty and setbacks with greater resilience. God works ...

When It’s Not Just a Season

Editor’s note: Our next Online Bible Study is just around the corner! Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons. We’re going to dig into the tension of the now ...

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Free Christmas Bible Study!

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Advent isn't just about waiting... let's get ready for Christmas with a fresh sense of anticipation! Join this short 4-week study and get access to 4 study videos with Christine Caine and Lisa Harper and other Advent resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 12/2.