While it is impossible to sample the life of faith without fully embracing it, Psalm 34 does a wonderful job of summarizing its blessings. Whether you are a believer or an agnostic, I hope you will take a few moments to consider this Psalm's simple yet profound message.   Read More

Each Christian ought to be "a good soldier" (2 Timothy 2:3). So, what attributes does God look for in a soldier? Let's see what we can learn from when God helped Gideon assemble an army.  Read More

Recently, there has been a renewed interest in exploring post-Biblical religious traditions like Lent. What are some things that Christians should keep in mind as they evaluate these traditions?   Read More

Gossip is one of the Devil's most powerful tools for destroying Christian unity. Yet, many Christians don't have a clear definition of gossip or what they should do when they hear it. Let's open our Bibles and talk about gossip.  Read More

When people search for the origin of the church of Jesus Christ, sometimes they turn their attention to late 18th or early 19th century America. The Bible would see us look on a different continent, several hundred years earlier.  Read More

Christianity calls us to be transformed. Being transformed isn't always about changing who we are; sometimes it's about choosing to be a better version of ourselves. Let's talk about personality, choices, and outcomes by reflecting on the life of King Saul.   Read More

The Second Coming of Jesus is an event that many professed believers embrace. Unfortunately, their view of it often differs. Why? Let's explore some of the Biblical language surrounding the Lord's return.   Read More

Have you ever really wanted to do something but found that you were totally unable to do it? What lessons can we learn from when God closes a door?  Read More

Red flags are symbols of warning on beaches around the world. What is the value of admonishing and warning for us spiritually, and what are the dangers they present?   Read More

Often, the story of the thief on the cross is used to deny the importance of baptism in God's plan of salvation. Can we be saved like the thief on the cross? Let's open up our Bibles and study.   Read More

Some people believe that children are subject to "total hereditary depravity" or "original sin," meaning they are sinful from birth. Why then does the Bible say to "become as little children"?   Read More

The trial of Jesus was a tragedy in so many ways. One not often considered is how the Jewish leaders rebelled not just against God but against the very songs they had sung in worship. Could we end up doing the same thing?   Read More