James’ epistle has always been considered a very practical approach to our faith. He still affirms that we are saved by faith alone, but if works are not coming in response to our faith, it is a dead faith. It is important to understand that James and Paul are not in conflict with each other.
Do you need to renew your walk with God? You’re not alone. We often need times of refreshing from the Lord. We know He is the source of our strength,…
1 Thessalonians 5:18 is a challenge to all of us. How do we give thanks “in everything”? Some situations just don’t seem to lend themselves to a thankful spirit. Still, if God has told us to do it, He must have provided us something for which to be thankful. Right?
The apostle Paul’s final letter emphasizes God’s grace during pain. Despite imprisonment and intense persecution for his faith, Paul wrote to encourage Timothy in God’s grace.
Early in my Christian walk, people would often challenge me with questions like…
Have you ever heard someone say… The dictionary definition of truth is: conformity with fact or reality; or a verified or indisputable fact. For example… But when we redefine truth…
Does truth still matter? It seems like we increasingly hear people say things like, “You have your truth; I have my truth.” Others suggest, “Well, that may be true for you, but not for me.” Some have called this the privatization of truth. In other words, people are choosing what they believe is true, defining truth rather than discovering it.
The Bible is clear regarding spiritual attacks on God’s people. It is also clear regarding the important role of Scripture memory in spiritual warfare.
The ancient practice of fasting has become popular again among many health and wellness leaders. Does the biblical practice of fasting continue to serve a role for believers today? Should Christians fast?
Many have claimed God will never give us more than we can handle. Is this true? What does the Bible teach regarding this topic?
