1. The Candymaker's Gift by Helen and David HaidleCandy canes have long been a symbol of Christmas. They pop up the day after Halloween and can be found in nearly every flavor imaginable. This precious story retells of the legend of the first candy cane.An old candymaker wants to teach local children the real meaning of Christmas. Wi......

Isaiah 9:2 says, “the people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” Matthew repeated Isaiah’s words, referring to Jesus. Malachi 4:2 says, “The sun of righteousness will dawn” on those who honor God’s name. This light cannot be extinguished; it is irrepressible. ......

What Might ‘Giving in the Name of Jesus’ Look Like? Some heart examination can help us determine whether our kind of giving resembles how Jesus gives.Jesus served others in humility. He “took the form of a servant and humbled himself” (Mark 10:45). He modeled humility. Giving in His name should look like humility, not posturing or a ......

Concerning the Messiah, Isaiah 11:1-2 lists seven aspects of the Spirit of God: of the Lord, wisdom, understanding, counsel, might, knowledge, and fear of the Lord. Many of these “seven spirits” connect with wisdom.What Does the Bible Say Separates Wisdom from Knowledge?In the Bible, wisdom and knowledge are closely related concepts ......

Bible Verses About Who I Am in ChristAccepted and LovedIn understanding who we are in Christ, we recognize that we are fiercely accepted and deeply loved. God’s unfailing love assures us that we are not merely tolerated but cherished. Being accepted in Christ means we are part of His family, and nothing can separate us from His love.......

what does the bible say?Yes, it is a sin for Christians to watch strippers or go to a strip club. Strip clubs exist to promote lust, sensuality, perversion, and sexual immorality. They promote a view of humans as sex objects for self-gratification and laud sexuality as a god. Humans are made in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). Sex is inte......

“Strong women expose evil men.” There are several stories throughout the Bible that illustrate this well, and Maxwell highlights Jael’s story in Judges 4. This woman drove a tent peg through the temple of a man who was an enemy of the people of God-- “Thank God Jael wasn’t meek and submissive and respectful toward this friend of her ......

Bringing it Back to BasicsIn John 13:34, Jesus instructs his disciples saying, “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another.”This teaching of love is reiterated by the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 12 and 13......

Dictionaries :: Jesus Christ, 4bInternational Standard Bible EncyclopaediaJesus Christ, 4b: B. THE EARLY JUDAEAN MINISTRY I. The Testimonies of the Baptist. 1. The Synoptics and John: While the Synoptics pass immediately from the temptation of Jesus to the ministry in Galilee the imprisonment of the Baptist (Mt 4:12; Mr 1......

Vicky Arias is passionate about using any gifts God has given her to bring glory to Jesus and raise awareness about people who are suffering from poverty, exploitation, persecution, and the loneliness of enduring hardship under the radar. She has worked with International Justice Mission – a global Christian organization that aids su......