3. ConcordanceA concordance is a useful tool that helps you reference specific words in the Bible and where they are used. For example, you may want to know where the word faith appears throughout the Bible. A concordance will list the word and give you the Scriptural reference where you can find that word. Just note that concordances that usually

Jesus Exorcized Demons (Luke 8:26-39)When Jesus and His disciples arrived by boat in the land of the Gerasenes, He was met by man possessed by not only one demon, but many. “Jesus then asked him, ‘What is your name?’ And he said, ‘Legion,’ for many demons had entered him.” Jesus, with but a word, commanded the demons to leave the man.Jesus Healed t

1. His Unconditional LoveAny conversation about who God is should begin with his love. The Bible specifies that God is love. This means he does not contain love, but love is the essence of who God is. It’s not just that he is love, but the type of love and the way he loves is what sets him apart from us.The type of love God has for us is agape. The

ReconciliationUnfortunately, our sin has kept us away from God. He is perfectly holy and we are unholy. Since we are sinners, we are in need of a Savior who can reconcile us back to God. Only God Himself could do this by taking on the form of a man and living and dying in our place (Philippians 2:7). Jesus is the Meditator between us and God (1 Tim

1. A Prayer for ComfortOne prayer for those remembering loved ones this Easter is a prayer for comfort. After experiencing the death of a loved one, you may feel as though you will never be back to “normal” again. This is true especially if it was someone close to you, such as a sibling, a parent, or a spouse. Death has a way of changing us, and so

Peter desires husbands to see their wives as more than the mother of their children. Just as she is considerate of him, he is to be thoughtful, honoring her while also respecting her as a glorious fellow heir of God.God closes verse seven with a warning. If husbands do not exhibit honor and understanding as they live with their wives, their prayers

Luke affirms this by specifically referencing when the words were spoken: “in the reign of Claudius” (Acts 11:29). This detail allows us to examine Agabus’ prediction against the historical record.And what do we find? We know that Claudius reigned as emperor of Rome from A.D. 41-54. Several ancient writers, including Tacitus, Josephus, and Suetoniu

1. Prayer There is truth that connects waiting and the verse of 1 Thessalonians 5:17, “Pray without ceasing.” In times of waiting, praying continuously throughout the day is what will keep you going as you wait on God’s timing. When you feel anxious, nervous, angry, and even hopeless during a time of “delay,” taking a moment to pray about the situa

6 Benefits of Listening to an Audio Bible1. ConvenienceNow more than ever, it has become easier to take God’s word with you. Since just about everyone has a smartphone these days (chances are you have one too) that means you can walk around with God’s word wherever you go.You can find audio Bibles in basically every translation, so you can always h

There are always two themes working in our lives, or two stories vying for pre-eminence in our minds: God’s and the enemy’s. It’s the theme we accept that ultimately determines the story that we experience.In Esther’s life, the enemy’s theme was, you are an orphan – abandoned, unwanted, unloved. God’s theme was, you are adopted – chosen, pursued an

For those who have that faith and hope, they do not need to fear death, or what comes after it, because they are sealed by the Holy Spirit, and have a relationship with the living God, who has granted them eternal life.“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John

We the church are called the bride of Christ. We are before Him with unveiled faces. This means that when we come to the altar, He sees us for who we truly are – a terrifying moment, however He has come to give us a new name just like a bride takes on the name of her groom. We are His forever in a covenant. Once we accept Him as Savior, we are tra

8. Ecclesiastes 3:1“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.”The discussion of seasons is common in the Christian vernacular. It is an explanation for when we go through trials or periods of growth, expected and not. There is truth behind this mindset of experiencing seasons, as King Solomon (the likely author of Eccl

Second, if you haven’t already, consider seeking help from someone trained in treating chronic anxiety. Lots of treatment options are available in most parts of the world. Receiving anxiety treatments doesn’t mean you aren’t trusting Christ. Instead, it can enable you to do so even more in the long run.God Can Redeem InsomniaYou’ve probably experie

Why Does Paul Tell Readers How Their Lives Will Change in the Twinkling of an Eye?As mentioned earlier, the statement about the twinkling of an eye is part of a larger discussion in 1 Corinthians 15.Paul begins the chapter by reaffirming the gospel’s core message—Jesus Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. He emphasizes the final resurrection i

“The twelve gates were twelve pearls: each individual gate was of one pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass” (Revelation 21:21).Jesus also chose twelve apostles, who will also figure prominently in time to come. This is minus Judas of course, who was replaced. Some have cited that he was replaced by Paul or even Ba

Hymns to Prepare Our Hearts for WorshipWorship leaders choose the first song of the church service to help the congregation set aside the cares of the week and turn their hearts to God. These selections are often called hymns of invitation, or a call to worship. 1. When Morning Gilds the SkiesThis upbeat hymn reminds us of several psalms in the Bib

Any new practice takes time and is more likely to take root in your life if you don’t overwhelm yourself. So pray about it and see how God is leading you to start your day with Him. Maybe it’ll be small changes at first, and that’s OK. Just starting is the first and most important step to beginning your day in such a blessed way.2. Make a PlanWhen

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him and he helps me” (Psalm 28:7).Sometimes we can put our eyes on circumstances instead of our invisible God. Suppose we were daring enough to give thanks for His promises instead of worrying?6. Being Grateful Teaches Me about God’s Ways“Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the

What, then, is saving grace? How does the Bible define it?What Is Saving Grace?While some might refer to saving grace as a sole redeeming quality, the Bible means something far greater. Saving grace is that which comes from God as an unmerited favor. This grace is what reconciles sinners to a holy God, through the work of Jesus Christ. Grace is giv