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What is Anthropomorphism?

Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human characteristics, behaviors, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities (e.e. animals, objects, even cartoon characters). Read about anthropomorphism in the Bible.

A “Jonah and the Whale” Experience

A swimmer snatched by a whale. Then spat out by the whale. He lives to tell the story. Sound familiar? Watch it as it happened and listen to the man’s testimony. There’s an interesting “whisper” of a biblical connection at the end.

Can You Pray St Patrick’s Prayer?

For many St. Patrick’s Day is nothing more than a party. But the prayer of St. Patrick reminds us of so much more than fun and frivolity. His beautiful words will touch your heart and give rest to your soul. Read and watch now!

You’ll Never Walk Alone

When life’s storms rage, there’s a calm to be found — and it’s a hope in your heart. That Hope is named Jesus. He will never leave or forsake you (Heb 13:5), so you will never walk alone.

Why are Christians Called Sons of God and What About the Sons of God in Genesis 6?

A controversial passage is found in Genesis 6. Who were the sons of God that procreated with women and produced giants in the land?

How Should You Observe Lent?

Lent is a time of reflection and preparing our hearts for the celebration of Easter. It’s a time to remember Jesus’ last days on earth when He walked and talked with His followers. And, it’s a time to remember just how much our salvation cost God. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son” to live and die for us.

Why Should God be Loved? Four Degrees of Love

At what stage is your love for God? Understanding why God should be loved and the four degrees of love will warm your heart and produce greater love. Be inspired and move into a deeper, fuller experience of love.

What is the Extravagant Love of God that Captures our Hearts?

God pours out His love and desires that all receive it. Understand what it means to have the extravagant love of God.

What Does it Mean to Keep or Guard Your Heart?

Keeping and guarding our hearts is a biblical precept and principle that helps us to walk in the newness of life in Christ. How do we keep and guard our hearts?

Do You Have a Heart for God?

In Acts 13 we read about the apostle Paul standing up in the synagogue at Pisidian Antioch and delivering a message to the Jews regarding Jesus the Christ. In the context of his historical teaching regarding Israel, Paul made a most interesting statement about King David,

How Can I Understand the Love of God?

Knowing God’s love is as easy as a, b, c….and d,e, f, g, h, i, j, and so on and so on. Get the A-Z list of God’s amazing and abundant love. You’ll be blessed.

Been There, Done That — A Lesson from the Groundhog

Groundhog Day comes every year (Feb 2) and every year the groundhog appears to look for his shadow. Some years he sees his shadow and others he does not, which predicts if winter days will repeat or spring is coming soon. There’s a lesson to learn from Groundhog Day about our repeatable actions.

What is the Difference Between Peace WITH God and Peace OF God?

Two different kinds of peace? Peace with God and Peace of God? How do we distinguish between the two? And how do we find each?

What Should Christians Know and Think About Roe v. Wade

Every year January 22 marks the anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision legalizing abortion. What must we know about this issue? January 22 also is designated as National Sanctity of Human Life Day! Learn about both.

When Does a Woman Become a Mother? (Sanctity of Human Life Day)

Sanctity of Human Life Day is January 22. Remember that life begins at conception and be prepared to proclaim that a baby in the womb is alive. Read this — another argument for Pro-Life and protection of pre-born babies.

Saved by the Bell

A popular Internet forward is a “bell” that “rings” the sounds of identity in Jesus Christ. What a melodious sound. This bell should be “rung” every day.

In Case You Missed It: Top Ten “Got Questions?” from 2018

2018 was a great year of searching the Scriptures and learning God’s truths. Check out our Top Ten Got Questions from 2018.

In Case You Missed It: Top Ten “Power of Hope” from 2018

2018 was a great year of searching the Scriptures and learning God’s truths. Check out our Top Ten “Power of Hope” from 2018.

How Do I Change My Life? Two New Year’s Resolutions that will work!

There are two New Year’s Resolutions that will work. What are they? Set them now and see how they will change your life.

Is a New Year’s Eve party biblical? What about the alcohol?

What does the Bible say about celebrating New Year’s Eve? Should we celebrate? If so, how? What about all the drinking?

Christmas Day: When Love Was Born — Light the CHRIST Candle

On Christmas Day we light the candle at the center of all the other candles. It is the CHRIST candle.

Do You Get These 7 Things Right or Wrong About the Nativity Story?

Some of the common understandings about the birth of Jesus are not biblically supported. Test your knowledge by taking this short quiz.

Christmas Advent Candle 2 – LOVE: Promise Reveals Love

We light an Advent candle each Sunday leading up to Christmas to prepare our hearts by renewing our hope, growing our love, rejoicing in Christ, and finding rest and peace. On the second Sunday of Advent we light the candle of Love.

Christmas Advent Candle 1 – HOPE: Prophecy Gives Hope

We light an Advent candle each Sunday leading up to Christmas to prepare our hearts by renewing our hope, growing our love, rejoicing in Christ, and finding rest and peace. Week one of Advent is a candle of hope.

Does “Xmas” Cross Jesus Out of Christmas?

Why do people shorten Christmas to Xmas? Does using Xmas dishonor Jesus? There’s more to this than you might think!

Will You Find Rest This Advent Season?

It’s not easy to find rest in a restless world. Take a minute to reflect and remember and find the rest that you need.

Who are the Sheep and the Goats of Matthew 25?

The last 15 verses of Matthew 25 speak of a judgment of the nations. How should Christians read and understand these verses? Matthew 25 might not be about Christians, but we can certainly learn from Jesus’ teachings.

Seven Benefits of Knowing God

Thanksgiving is a day set apart for remembering all the things for which we are thankful. Psalm 103 reminds us of the blessings from the Lord, calling them benefits. What are the seven benefits that we should be thankful every day?

A Silenced President: Kennedy’s Words, Never Spoken, Offer Insight for Our Day

What would our 35th President have said, if he had not been assassinated on 11/22/63? Read his unspoken words and watch a video clip of his early morning speech on that fateful day.