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Is your heart clean? Psalm 51
By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Psalm 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Psalm 51 is often called “The Repenter’s Psalm.” In this psalm, King David pleads for forgiveness of his sin, knowing that his sin is first...
What is the Significance of the Temptations of Christ?
The temptations of Jesus are recorded in detail in Matthew 4 and Luke 4. The Bible tells that what took place was not by chance, but by the providential will of God. The book of Hebrews tells the reason why this took place…
Is there treasure in your house?
By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Treasure can be thought of as anything that is considered to be precious or to have great value. We all must define what the treasures are in our lives, and how they affect our daily living. The Bible speaks a great deal about...
Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath?
The 2 Samuel 21:19 verse seems to contradict the account in 1 Samuel 17 that tells it was David who killed Goliath. However, there are explanations that help to clarify this. First, we begin with an understanding that the Bible is the...
Where is your glory?
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world. (Galatians 6:14) The cross was a victory!!! Our sins have been nailed to His cross and...
Your thoughts about “should Christians celebrate Halloween?”
We asked. You responded. And now we share what you had to say. Read through the responses we received on Facebook and in emails. Be sure to read to the end. The last response contains 16 reasons why we should celebrate Halloween. YOUR RESPONSES from Facebook and...
What makes you cry?
By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Luke 19:41-42 Now as He drew near, He saw the city and wept over it, saying, "If you had known, even you, especially in this your day, the things that make for your peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. Do we see “the...
Prepare to Die!
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus "It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment!" Hebrews 9:27 This is a somber thought. Life moves quickly and none of us know the moment when we will take our last breath and step into eternity....
Do I need to be baptized like Jesus was baptized?
Question Jesus was baptized by john by being fully immersed under water. Do we need to do that and be baptized as He was? Answer As we address this, remember that the question asks, do we NEED to be baptized like Jesus was baptized. First, let’s consider the possible...
Three Groans
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Do you feel pain that causes you to groan? No surprise! Creation Groans Romans 8:22 For we know that the whole creation groans and labors with birth pangs together until now. We Groan Romans 8:23 Not only that, but we also...
Do you find contentment in the Lord?
Contentment is found in the Lord Jesus Christ. Read this short devotion and be encouraged.
The Blood Curse of Jeconiah
The blood curse of Jeconiah could have disqualified Jesus as Messiah. But it did not. Know how to answer skeptics on this.
Jesus said, “I never knew you. Depart from me.” Why?
Why would Jesus say to someone, “I never knew you,” when they claimed to have done miracles in His name? Should Christians fear hearing these words? A difficult passage explained…
Revelation 22:17 Who is the bride? When is this?
Who is the bride in Revelation 22:17? How should we understand this passage?
Who’s the 12th apostle in Rev 21:14?
Revelation 21:14 tells of twelve names of the twelve apostles upon the foundations of New Jerusalem. It can’t include Judas? So who is the 12th apostle?
Is a tattoo a poor testimony…?
What does a tattoo say? Is not having a tattoo a good testimony?
Was Jesus a sacrifice to Satan?
Was Jesus a human sacrifice TO Satan, to free you from Satan’s power so God can save you? Let’s consider what the Bible says.
A Day to Remember
In the last 100 years alone, more than 600,000 men and women have given their lives so that we can live in freedom. Memorial Day is a day set aside for remembering the courageous men and women who have fought to defend and uphold the liberty that we have in our...
How do I cope when a loved one dies very young?
It’s never easy to say “good-bye” when a loved one dies. It’s even harder when death comes at a young age. How to cope?
Which Bible Translation is Best?
Which Bible translation to read? What must we know about picking a Bible translation for Bible study? Learn some things to consider when choosing a Bible.
A better answer than 2 Timothy 3:16 for the Bible being God’s Word?
2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness…
Do We Live by Law or by Grace?
Explore the contrast between law and grace in our lives. Discover how God’s Law and grace shape our spiritual journey.
Are you certain that when Christians die they go to Heaven?
Are we certain that when Christians die they go to Heaven? Yes, yes, and again, yes! What Scriptures tell us we can be certain?
Why does God allow pain and suffering?
Pain and suffering are realities in our everyday life. Everything we see and experience, from illnesses and injuries to grievous injustices and moral decay, are the result of a fallen world. We know that pain and suffering was not part of God’s plan. He created the...
Should Christians Celebrate Christmas?
How biblical are Christmas celebrations?
Were the Days of Creation 24-hour Days, or Longer?
Science says the earth is about 4.5 billion years old. Could the Genesis days be figurative, representing many millions of years? What does the Bible say?
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