Nancy C. WilliamsThe Crumbling Church
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The Crumbling Church
We need to listen to Christ’s warnings for the churches He loves…and pray for Him to renew our zeal for Him.
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Jesse FisherinWholesome Creation
Pomegranate and Herb Grain Bowl: A Nourishing Dish Rooted in Scripture
The Bible often presents foods that carry meaning far beyond simple nourishment. Among them, the pomegranate stands out as a particularly significant fruit—both visually and symbolically.In Scripture, pomegranates appear in the design of the tabernacle and temple, and even on the garments of the high priest. These were not random...
2 min readSharon Jaynes
When the Heart Gets Stuck in Yesterday’s Pain
I have a confession to make. I’m embarrassed to admit it, but when I was in high school, I hardly ever read the books we were supposed to have read in English class. I read the Cliffs Notes study guides and got by. I mean, who’s got time for homework? Right? But a decade later, I decided to go back and get that high school reading list and actually read the books! Read more...
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What Is a Disciple of Christ? How to Know You’re One.
Every disciple of Jesus is a Christian, but not every Christian is necessarily a disciple. So what is a disciple of Christ, really?
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1Are We Hooked on Hatred?
It’s possible to strongly disagree with people without spit-firing snarky remarks in our hearts. Degradation will never lead to mutual love and respect in relationships with those on the other side. Snark will never allow us to explain our point of view. Instead, it closes the door to open communication. Forever.
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Revive Our Hearts
2You Are Called to Thrive
On the authority of Scripture, you can experience freedom, fullness, and fruitfulness in Christ.
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3The Danger of AI for Christians
I think that this interest in artificial intelligence is a weak replacement for divine intelligence. That's the danger of AI.
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4With 50 Million Copies Sold Worldwide, 'Jesus Calling' Devotional Gears Up for a New Generation of Readers
NASHVILLE -- For more than two decades, Jesus Calling by the late Sarah Young has offered readers a daily invitation to pause, reflect, and draw near to God’s presence. First published in 2004, this beloved devotional has now surpassed 50 million copies sold worldwide and has been translated into more...
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Tricia Thornton
5Nurturing Kids' Hearts and Minds: Parenting with Brain Science and Faith
Have you ever noticed yourself slipping into old habits, even when they aren’t healthy? Our brains are powerful, and God created them with amazing intricacies. When I was a young child, I experienced loss and trauma that imprinted an invisible string of fear that affected every nook and cranny of...
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Jodi Snowdon joins us on the blog today with a beautiful reminder for every weary and hurting heart: God still shines through broken places. With honesty and hope, Jodi shares how the Lord met her in seasons of grief, disappointment, and heartbreak—and how He can bring beauty from our shattered pie
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The Gates of Hell
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The Burden of Fear
“Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.” – Galatians 6:2-3 (NKJV)Without warning, fear showed up at my front door.I had just taken a much-needed break from working in my office when...
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The Burden of Fear - A Nighttime Prayer
“Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.” – Galatians 6:2-3 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, Thank You for fellow believers, and for Your example of carrying one another’s burdens. Please help us...
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When Latin Took Over
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“Leave Me Alone”: Divine Pathos, Prophetic Intercession, and the Repentance of God in Exodus 32:7–14 – Part 1
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I Didn’t Go to Heaven — And Neither Did They
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'Fraidy Sheep - A Nighttime Prayer
All of us like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; But the Lord has caused the iniquity of us all to fall on Him. -- Isaiah 53:6 (NASB 1995)Please Pray: Lord, help me see past the sins and disappointments of others who have...
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'Fraidy Sheep
All of us like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; But the Lord has caused the iniquity of us all to fall on Him. -- Isaiah 53:6 (NASB 1995)Sheep get a bit of a bad rap in the Bible. Highly sociable, they play...
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How Should a Christian Handle Sorrow?
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Matthew 6:6 — The Quiet Power of Prayer
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A doctor was reviewing his list of patients, and said to his nurse, “I can’t understand it. We had more patients last year than we have had this year. I wonder where they are going.” “Rather than worry,” said his nurse, “let’s hope for their best.”
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Olive Oil and Herb Flatbread: The Power of a Simple Food
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Soul Surfer Review: A Christian Movie About Faith, Loss, and Finding Purpose Again
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Robert WilliamsinThe 91st Minute
The Discipline of the Storm: Surviving the Atalanta Press and the Spiritual Art of Endurance
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[Daily Bible] Revelation 22:20 Meaning — “Come, Lord Jesus” Explained
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An Immutable God in Unstable Times
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Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Fear Less - A Nighttime Prayer
The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe.-- Proverbs 29:25 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, thank you for the wisdom to place our trust in You. Protect us from the snare of fear. May we be mindful of Your love, protection, and faithfulness....
1 min read- Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Fear Less
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Throw Off Everything That Hinders Your Walk With God
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Why can't I sleep? What your restless nights might be telling you — and what the Bible says about rest
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Jesus the Good Shepherd — The Meaning of John 10:11
In a world where people often feel abandoned, forgotten, or spiritually lost, the words of Bible John 10:11 still bring deep comfort:“I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.”— John 10:11Jesus described Himself not as a distant ruler, but as a shepherd who truly...
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Courageous Movie Review: A Christian Movie About Fatherhood That Hits Harder Than Expected
Courageous is often described as “a movie about dads.”That description is technically true.But it is also incomplete.Because *Courageous* is not really about fatherhood in the casual, modern sense of the word. It is about responsibility. Leadership. Spiritual passivity. Regret. And the terrifying realization that many men wake up too late...
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The Maestro on the Pitch: Yielding to the Holy Spirit in the Chaos of Life
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The Clockwork Job
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Music and Architecture: How Structure Shapes Sound and Space
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[Daily Bible] Galatians 2:20 Meaning — “Christ Liveth in Me” Explained
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The Pilgrim's Progress Part 2 — What If the Road You Refused Is Still Waiting for You?
There is a version of this you know. Someone you loved walked toward something you couldn't follow. Maybe it was faith. Maybe it was God. You watched them go, and you stayed behind, and the staying felt reasonable at the time.She told herself she had good reasons. The children were...
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Signs He’s Not Ready To Be A Man.
The world is increasingly dangerous and domestic violence incidences- some ending in fatalities- are increasing. This is all because people refuse to obey the two great commandments from God- to tr…
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Connie HarperinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Mully Grubs - A Nighttime Prayer
Save me God, for the water has risen to my neck. I have sunk in deep mud, and there is no footing; I have come into deep water, and a flood sweeps over me. – Psalm 69:1-2 (CSB) Please Pray:Lord, help us to lift each other up, even if it’s...
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Mully Grubs
Save me God, for the water has risen to my neck. I have sunk in deep mud, and there is no footing; I have come into deep water, and a flood sweeps over me. – Psalm 69:1-2 (CSB) I struggle at times with depression. There! I said it. The thing...
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Philippians 4:13 — Finding Strength Through Faith
Life today can feel overwhelming, especially for young people trying to navigate pressure, anxiety, uncertainty, and fear about the future. Social media constantly compares lives. Expectations continue to grow. Many silently carry stress, loneliness, or the fear of failure while trying to appear strong on the outside.That is why the...
2 min read- ABCDinApplied Biblical Culture Daily
Why Does “Bible Verses for Anxiety” Spike Before Dawn?
There’s a strange pattern in search data.Queries like “bible verses for anxiety” tend to spike late at night, especially in the quiet hours before dawn. What’s fascinating is that people who seemed perfectly fine during the day suddenly find themselves typing things like:“Verses about nervousness” “Healing scriptures for the sick”...
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Your Home – Your Sanctuary – Pathways to Organization
But now, experts say the way we shape our spaces goes beyond aesthetics: It can support our mental health and help ease challenges associated with neurodivergent conditions like ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, and dyslexia. Emotional Check-Up For all that this article states, I come back to one basic truth – if we are too busy with our work, activities, etc., to keep our homes clean, clutter-free, calm, and put-together, then we are too busy. This verse from Isaiah 32:18 has been my verse every time we have had to move: “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.” My prayer for you is that you take the time and effort to make your house a home, where your loved ones feel safe and loved.
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Anointed Oil
Her discovery became a battleground. Her faith broke barriers. Her courage inspired a nation. I live about five miles from where her story took place. Her name is Sarah Rector. If you have never he…
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Roasted Lamb with Dates and Herbs: A Meal of Restoration and Gratitude
When you read the Bible, lamb is never just food. It carries meaning. From the Passover lamb to Abraham’s sacrifice, to the title “Lamb of God,” it appears in moments that matter.Because of that, meals centered around lamb were rarely ordinary. They were often shared during times of remembrance, celebration,...
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[Christian Movie Review] I Can Only Imagine — A Story About Forgiveness, Redemption, and the Song That Changed Everything
Before We Talk About the Song, There Was a StoryMost people know "I Can Only Imagine" as a song. Released by MercyMe in 1999, it became the best-selling Christian single of all time — and one of the best-selling singles in any genre. But fewer people know where it came...
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The Pilgrim's Progress-What If the Life You're Living Isn't the One You Were Made For?
You've felt it before. That quiet, creeping sense that something is wrong — not with your circumstances, but with the place you're standing. Like you built a life in the right neighborhood but the wrong city. Like everything around you is fine, and yet.Most of us don't have a name...
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The Sacrifice of the Empty Space: What Total Football Teaches Us About Christian Community
As we explored in Part 1, the tactical revolution of 1970s Ajax brought an unprecedented level of freedom to the football pitch. Total Football dismantled the rigid, legalistic boundaries of traditional formations. Players were no longer chained to static positions; they were free to move, overlap, and create.However, there is...
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The Emperor Walks In
The first time I walked into a basilica, I didn't know what I was walking into.I was in my late twenties, on a research trip through Rome, more interested in the acoustics than the architecture. I remember standing just inside the entrance — a long, high central nave, columns running...
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More concerned with how you found out!
Pro-Tip: When the cheater is more concerned about how you found out than the damaged they did to you, then you know they are not remorseful. This is the behavior of someone who is looking for the source of the leaked information. People ask such questions to continue their behavior. They are looking to plug … Continue reading "More concerned with how you found out!"
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Mendelssohn Psalm Series (Part 4): Psalm 98 — Joy and Praise
Felix Mendelssohn’s Psalm 98 stands at the brightest point of this Psalm series.After the longing of Psalm 42, the restrained confidence of Psalm 115, and the dramatic power of Psalm 114, this final work overflows with joy.Set to the German text “Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied” (“Sing to the...
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[Daily Bible] Matthew 13:44 Meaning — The Parable of the Hidden Treasure Explained
Matthew 13:44 contains one of the shortest yet most powerful parables Jesus ever told. In a single verse, Christ compares the kingdom of heaven to a hidden treasure discovered in a field — a treasure so valuable that a man joyfully sells everything he owns to obtain it.Jesus says:“Again, the...
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The Divine and Mystical Romance in Song of Songs
The prior posts have specific verses about the divine and mystical romance in the Bible. This romance is the central theme of Song of Songs. An introductory footnote to Song of Songs says: Song of …
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Carlene Hill ByroninDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Anxious? Depressed? Keep Going! - A Nighttime Prayer
It is the Lord who goes before you; he will be with you; he will not fail you or forsake you; do not fear or be dismayed. – Deuteronomy 31:8 (NRSVUE)Please Pray: God, there were moments today when I wasn’t confident in you. I felt anxious about whether I could...
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Psalms 91:4 — Finding Refuge in God During Life’s Storms
Life often feels like a constant battle against pressure, fear, uncertainty, and exhaustion. Many people quietly carry anxiety about finances, work, relationships, health, or the future while trying to stay strong on the outside.The world says you must survive every storm through your own strength alone. But Bible reminds believers...
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Anxious? Depressed? Keep Going!
It is the Lord who goes before you; he will be with you, he will not fail you or forsake you; do not fear or be dismayed. – Deuteronomy 31:8 (NRSVUE) It wasn’t until after Mother Teresa’s death, when her spiritual journals were published, that we learned she’d lived in...
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The Pursuit of God by A. W. Tozer— Are You Seeking God, or Just the Feeling of Him?
You sat in church again and felt nothing.Not anger. Not doubt. Just — nothing. You sang the words, you bowed your head, you said amen. And somewhere underneath all of it, a quiet voice asked if this is really all there is.Most of us know that feeling better than we'd...
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When You Know That You Know Who Jesus Is
Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m pretty sure I’m right,”—but you can tell they’re not fully convinced? There’s a big difference between think
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Power of the mind sermon - Christian Personal Development
This is a power of the mind sermon or lecture at The Book Academy Technical School. We just finished the 2026 April session at our Bible School in Nigeria and one of the lectures titled, The Mind and the Mouth Warfare was taken by the students. Related: Onsite Bible School in Nigeria Power of the […]
2 min readMatik Nicholls
Is The church Hindering The Church?
The capital ‘C’ Church is a dynamic, multi-facted, global, mosaic of people whose hearts are truly devoted to Jesus. These people are sprinkled across the globe. They are in all denominations and i…
6 min readKen Barnes
Jealousy and Judgment – kenbarnes.us
But Moses said to him, “Are you jealous for my sake? If only all the Lord’s people were prophets, that the Lord would put His Spirit upon them!”. Numbers 11:29 NASB
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Wanda Alger
Calling the Watchmen and Prophetic Intercessors!
Emailed every Friday morning, this weekly Brief will include a prophetic insight for the week, along with scriptures and prayers for the Church and our nation.
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Crossmap Podcast: Astronaut Butch Wilmore on What God Taught Him While 'Stuck in Space'
The recent success of the NASA space mission that took the Artemis II spacecraft on its first crewed flight beyond low Earth's orbit since 1972, has seemingly re-invigorated interest in exploring the outer limits of our galaxy. With plans to have man walk the surface of the moon once again...
3 min read- Stevens BrookesinDr.Daniel
Is my child really growing well? A Christian parent's honest question
On nourishing the children God has entrusted to us — body, mind, and spiritThere is a quiet worry that lives in most parents — the one that doesn't always have words but surfaces in the small moments. When your child pushes dinner away again. When the teacher mentions he's having...
7 min read - ABCDinApplied Biblical Culture Daily
'Fireproof' Movie Review: A Christian Marriage Movie That Still Hits Hard Years Later
When Fireproof first released, a lot of people assumed it would be “just another church movie.” Low budget. Unknown actors. Predictable ending.Then something unexpected happened.Couples started talking after the credits instead of during the movie.Small groups used it for marriage discussions. Pastors referenced it in sermons. Husbands quietly bought “The...
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When Sunday Became Sunday
Nobody told me Sunday was controversial.I grew up going to church on Sunday the same way I grew up speaking English — as if it were simply the natural order of things, not a choice anyone had made. Sunday was when Christians gathered. Self-evident, like the sky being blue.It took...
5 min read- Robert WilliamsinThe 91st Minute
The Theology of Resilience: Sevilla’s 3-2 Comeback and the Perseverance of the Saints
Football analysts love to romanticize control. We praise managers who can orchestrate a match like a grand symphony, dictating every pass and minimizing every risk. But what happens when the symphony is violently interrupted? What happens when your perfect game plan is punched in the mouth?On May 13, 2026, we...
4 min read - Robert WilliamsinThe 91st Minute
The Illusion of Control: Alavés 1-0 Barcelona and the Trap of "Sterile Possession"
There is a dangerous lie in the world of football: the belief that holding onto the ball means you are in control of the game.On May 13, 2026, Deportivo Alavés exposed this lie in front of the entire world by pulling off a staggering 1-0 upset against the mighty Barcelona....
4 min read - Jay GardeninGrace Notes
Mendelssohn Psalm Series (Part 3): Psalm 114 — Power and Deliverance
Psalm 114 opens with striking force and awe. Written for double chorus and orchestra, it transforms the story of the Exodus into music that feels vivid, physical, and alive.“If Israel went out of Egypt, the house of Jacob from a people of strange language…” (Psalm 114:1)If the earlier Psalms in...
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[Daily Bible] The Depth of God’s Wisdom — Romans 11:33
Title: The Depth of God’s Wisdom — Romans 11:33Romans 11:33 was written by the Apostle Paul near the end of one of the deepest theological sections in the New Testament. After reflecting on God’s plan of salvation for both Jews and Gentiles, Paul suddenly breaks into worship, overwhelmed by the...
2 min readPam Luschei
Myths About Grief — Grateful, yet Grieving
In the first year after my husband suddenly died, unbeknownst to me, I discovered some myths about grief. There were some unspoken expectations and mistaken assumptions I perceived from people around me. I recall being asked some odd questions, like, “Are you better yet?” Having grief bra
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Esther KiminPray & AbideThe Invitation to Abide
Abide in Christ Series — Chapter 1 I grew up in the church. Even before I started school, I called God my Father and confessed Jesus as my Savior. As a young child, I made a vow to live for the Lord — and I meant it with everything in...
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Mary Rooney ArmandinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Replace Anxious Thoughts with God's Peace - A Nighttime Prayer
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you". -- 1 Peter 5:7 (NLT)Please Pray: Dear Lord, I am carrying fear, worry, and anxious thoughts. I want to stop the flood of unhealthy thoughts and emotions and turn them over to you. Please overwhelm me with...
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HANANIAHinKingdom Finances
[Finance Series Part 7] You're Allowed to Flourish — The Biblical Case for Wealth With Open Hands
Series: Faith & Finance — A Christian's Guide to the Real Economy | Part 7 of 7 — Series FinaleThere's a version of this final column that ends neatly.It wraps up the series with a tidy bow: here are your seven principles, here is your checklist, here is the Christian...
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10:03 AM
Every morning at Mabini Elementary, Lira Santos arrived with her backpack, her braids, and her perfectly sharpened pencils. She was an excellent student—always early, always prepared, always ready …
2 min read- ABCDinApplied Biblical Culture Daily
[Christian Movie Review] The Passion of the Christ — Biblical Meaning, Symbolism, and the Significance of Christ's Sacrifice
The Film That Shook the WorldWhen The Passion of the Christ hit theaters in 2004, it became something far more than a religious movie. Directed by Mel Gibson, the film portrayed the final hours of Jesus Christ — from Gethsemane to the crucifixion — with an intensity that Hollywood had...
8 min read - G. RiversinSlowly & Honestly
God is close to the brokenhearted - Passing Through the Dark Cave, Into the Bright Ray of Healing
For a long time, I had been passing through a dark cave.I couldn't even bring myself to write in my journal. There was no room to look back on my life, nor the strength to care for my own soul. Everything felt desolate and hollow — dark, sad, and desperately...
4 min read - Sylvia Greer
THE MAN WHO PREACHED WITH HIS LAST BREATH
The Extraordinary Life of George Whitefield (1714–1770)What would it take for you to give everything — every last ounce of energy, every final breath — to something you believed in?On September 29, 1770, a 55-year-old man with severe asthma climbed onto a makeshift wooden platform in an open field in...
7 min read - Esther KiminPray & Abide
Are You Abiding in Him Right Now?
Reflections on Andrew Murray's 'Abide in Christ' Every morning you open your Bible and offer a prayer. But as the day unfolds, that quiet stillness slips away — swallowed by worry and the noise of ordinary life — and God feels impossibly far. "Am I truly abiding in Christ?" If...
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Keri WillisinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
When The Night Feels Long
Who rises up for me against the wicked? Who stands up for me against evildoers? If the Lord had not been my help, my soul would soon have lived in the land of silence. When I thought, “My foot slips,” your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up. When the...
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