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• Jay Garden

  

  Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet in A Major: The Art of Listening to One Another

  When you listen to a piece of music, which instrument catches your attention first? Maybe it’s the one carrying the melody, the brightest sound, or a high note that catches your ear. But there’s more to hear than any one instrument alone.Who begins a musical idea? Who answers or takes...

  2 min read
• Ray Oster

  

  Ethical AI and Transparency in Christian Music

  Theological Integrity, Legal Responsibility, and Human-Centered Growth in the Generative EraA Three-Part Industry White Paper Authority PublicationPrepared by the Devine Jamz Gospel Network Research Team | November 2026Publication Note and Research MethodThis series develops the themes and working analysis contained in the supplied extended white paper and video-integration notes. The...

  14 min read
• Elizabeth Prata

  

  The Ageless Bible has Wisdom for Every Person’s Age

  By Elizabeth Prata The Bible is incredible for teaching us all we need to know about godliness in honoring Jesus, and more incredibly, through every stage of life and both sexes. Whether you are a …

  7 min read
• Sheila Fitzgerald

  

  My One-Legged Feathered Friend - A Nighttime Prayer 

  “Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” – Matthew 6:26 Please Pray:Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your creation, and for teaching us that You value us...

  1 min read
• Sheila Fitzgerald

  

  My One-Legged Feathered Friend

  Photo by Tomislav Galić on Unsplash“Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” – Matthew 6:26 It was the first Spring after the amputation of my left...

  3 min read
• Revive Our Hearts

  

  Faith at Your Fingertips: How Devotional Books Enhance Spiritual Growth

  Of course Christians should read the Bible. But what about devotional books? Is it okay to read something written by someone other than God about His Word?

  9 min read
• Lisa Price

  

  The Apostle Peter’s Naughty List-

  Take pains with these things; be absorbed in them, so that your progress will be evident to all. Pay close attention to yourself and to the teaching; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will save both yourself and those who hear you-1st Timothy 4:15-16 ESV Out of all the apostles, the

  5 min read
• David Derksen

  

  Colluding in your harm!

  I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice. -Ezekiel 34:16, NIV Were you the last one to find out? They told their close “friends.” When they … Continue reading "Colluding in your harm!"

  2 min read
• Holly Eastburg

  Gifts From the Holy Land: The Gifts of the Wise Men Box - Holy Branches

  There's something special about receiving a little piece of the Holy Land in the mail! Artza makes that possible through its unique subscription boxes, each one thoughtfully assembled around a Biblical theme and filled with products from Israeli artisans, farmers, and small businesses. With the holidays approaching, these boxes also make a wonderful gift for

  8 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  A Message That Turned The World Upside Down — Acts 15:36–17:34 | Video Devotion With Dave Miers | Good News Unlimited

  In Acts 15-17, a message turned the world upside down. Follow Paul to Athens to see what he saw, felt, did, and said, and what God does through it.

  6 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Maurice Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin: Remembering Friends Through Music

  Music can keep memories alive in unexpected ways. Maurice Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin honors both the French Baroque tradition and friends lost during the First World War.Composed for solo piano between 1914 and 1917, the suite combines this historical elegance with a deeply personal sense of remembrance.Yet the music...

  2 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  Supplication in 1 Clement 7: How Prayer Brought Salvation

  Quick FactsText: 1 Clement 7, a letter from the church at Rome to the church at Corinth, usually dated to around 95–96 A.D.Key Greek phrase: ἐξιλάσαντο τὸν Θεὸν ἱκετεύσαντες (7.7), “they obtained God’s mercy by supplicating him”.Greek background: In classical Greek, ἱκετεύω (“supplicate”) and ἱκέτης (“suppliant”) name a formal act...

  8 min read
• Lilka Finley Raphael

  

  Enjoy the Journey - A Nighttime Prayer

  Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. -- Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, teach us how to enjoy the good things You have planned for our lives. May...

  1 min read
• Lilka Finley Raphael

  

  Enjoy the Journey

  Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for UnsplashTrust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. -- Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJV)I suspect that most of the anxiety we experience stems from things...

  2 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  Robert Breaker’s Unbroken Chain, Chapter 8: Every Quote Fact-Checked

  Quick factsBook: The Unbroken Chain of Salvation by Faith in The Blood by Robert Breaker, released December 22, 2025.Chapter: Chapter 8, which quotes historical figures from the early church to the 20th century as teaching faith in the blood.Reviewed here: 33 quotations, from Augustine of Hippo (4th century) to Ian...

  25 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  Out Of The Dust: Hiding From God — Genesis 3:1-13 | Sunday Sermon With Zach Conway | Good News Unlimited

  This sermon explores the tragic entry of sin into the world through the fall of Adam and Eve—and how that moment continues to shape our lives today. But even in the midst of rebellion, we glimpse God’s grace. Far from being just a story of shame and hiding, this chapter reveals a God who seeks sinners and offers refuge in Christ. Watch Out of the Dust: A series on Genesis 1-12.

  1 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2: A Dedication to Dr. Nikolai Dahl

  In 1897, Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) suffered a major setback. The premiere of his Symphony No. 1 in St. Petersburg was poorly received, and the critics were harsh. One even compared the work to a depiction of the “Seven Plagues of Egypt.”The experience shook Rachmaninoff’s confidence. He struggled to compose, and...

  2 min read
• Lynda Schultz

  

  Why Eve?

  Part TwoI was away at a church conference this past week. Because we are in the midst of refining what our churches are to believe about women and their role in the life of the church, a lot of the discussion revolved around that subject.In one conversation I had, a female friend (holding a fairly influential position) stated that women with a "call" to pastoral ministry were in fact patterning themselves after Eve as we find her in Genesis 3. She characterized Eve as having the sinful ambition

  9 min read
• Connie Harper

  

  A Piece of Peace - A Nighttime Prayer

  “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful.” – John 14:27 (CSB) Please Pray:Father God, thank You for all the unexpected peaceful moments. Some are long, some are brief,...

  1 min read
• Connie Harper

  

  A Piece of Peace

  Photo by Daniel Krueger on Unsplash“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful.” – John 14:27 (CSB) Peace. Even the word sounds like something we need, something we want....

  3 min read
• Mark Brady

  

  Where Heaven Touches Steel: A Spiritual Reflection on the Royal Gorge

  This past September, I had the privilege of finally getting to see a site that I had only dreamed of visiting. Ever since I sat at the feet of my great-aunt as she shared her experience visiting the Royal Gorge near Canon City, Colorado. I loved it! As I was there, I could feel my

  3 min read
• Greg Laurie

  

  Does God Still Heal People Today? Greg Laurie Answers

  Does God still heal today? Greg Laurie shares on the gifts of healing, why not everyone is healed, the role of faith, and more.

  4 min read
• Peggi Tustan

  

  In God's Hands, Small Things Have Huge Potential!

  (Zechariah 4) Faith the size of a tiny mustard seed can move mountains!“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” —African ProverbEach one of us begins small. From the President to the billionaire to Olympian, we all enter this world as a...

  4 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Claude Debussy and Children’s Corner: A Father’s Musical Gift

  Some musical dedications sound formal. Debussy’s sounds like a father smiling at his daughter.At the top of the score for Children’s Corner, he wrote, “To my dear little Chouchou, with tender apologies from her father for what follows.”The message was for his daughter, Claude-Emma, affectionately known as Chouchou. The six...

  2 min read
• Peggi Tustan

  

  In God's Hands, Small Things Have Huge Potential! | Zechariah 4

  Welcome to Real Life . Small things have huge potential. Faith the size of a tiny mustard seed can move mountains! “If you think you are too...

  4 min read
• Don Martin

  

  New Jerusalem in the Mystery of God (2)

  Multiple New Testament verses presents aspects of the divine mystery. Many have a clear relationship with New Jerusalem. Paul concludes Romans speaking of “the proclamation of Jesus Christ, a…

  2 min read
• Robin McKinley

  

  God’s Promise For A Throne That Will Never End

  Psalm 132 invites us into a story of longing, worship, and promise. It recalls David’s passion to establish a place for God’s presence and celebrates God’

  7 min read
• Elizabeth Prata

  

  When satan spoke in the Bible…

  By Elizabeth Prata Do you know how many times the Bible records when satan actually spoke to someone, and his words were recorded? Three times. He is a dominating figure and an overarching theme in…

  6 min read
• Keri Willis

  

  Held in the Storm - A Nighttime Prayer

  This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says: “Only in returning to me and resting in me will you be saved. In quietness and confidence is your strength. But you would have none of it. – Isaiah 30:15 (NLT)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, Help me run to...

  1 min read
• Keri Willis

  

  Held in the Storm

  Photo by JOHN TOWNER on UnsplashJesus settled down for a nap. But soon a fierce storm came down on the lake. The boat was filling with water, and they were in real danger. The disciples went and woke him up, shouting, “Master, Master, we’re going to drown!” When Jesus woke...

  6 min read
• Lyli Dunbar

  

  How to Trust God When a Beloved Season of Life Ends

  Learn how to trust God when a beloved season of life ends. Whatever you entrust into the care of your Heavenly Father will rest secure.

  6 min read
• Mark Brady

  

  The Nursery Patrol

  In the dense woods where sunlight fractured into thin golden shards, a strange rustling echoed between the trees. Out stepped five figures, each wearing an enormous papier-mâché baby head, their eyes wide and unblinking, their mouths frozen in perpetual surprise. They were clad only in diapers, their bare limbs streaked with dirt and determination. Each

  2 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  Saved By The Grace Of Jesus — Acts 15:1–35 | Good News Unlimited

  Acts 15 shows why the grace of Jesus saves Gentiles without requiring them to become Jewish. Jews and Gentiles are welcomed through one gospel.

  3 min read
• Tricia Thornton

  

  The Invitation I Almost Missed

  Photo image courtesy A.C. for UnsplashIt was my junior year in high school. I had recently been diagnosed with what was then called ADD. I finally understood that my brain was not less than; it was running all the time, like a motor in a car. My faith was deepening...

  4 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Brahms and Clara Schumann: Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 9

  One composer supplied the theme. Another transformed it. A third received the dedication.Johannes Brahms (1833–1897) was a young composer when he met Robert Schumann (1810–1856) and his wife, Clara Schumann (1819–1896), in 1853. Robert and Clara’s music and encouragement became important parts of Brahms’s life. A year later, Brahms wrote...

  3 min read
• Ron Edmondson

  

  You Can’t Force People to Follow

  I learned early in leadership, you can’t lead people where they don’t want to go. You can’t force people to follow your leadership. Some leaders try to

  2 min read
• Elizabeth Prata

  

  Satan’s eloquence and the danger of his allure

  By Elizabeth Prata Halloween just ended. At school, I am the greeter, and of course the day before Halloween the children are allowed to arrive in their ‘book character’ costume. We see…

  5 min read
• Ronda Wells MD

  

  How Do We Find Genuine Peace? - A Nighttime Prayer

  Then, because you belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one can completely understand. And this peace will control the way you think and feel. -- Philippians 4:7 (CSB)Please Pray: Dear Lord, Thank you for willingly dying on the Cross for our sin, and giving...

  1 min read
• Ronda Wells MD

  

  How Do We Find Genuine Peace?

  Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for UnsplashThen, because you belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one can completely understand. And this peace will control the way you think and feel. -- Philippians 4:7 (CSB)Most of us want what is called peace. We avoid...

  3 min read
• Greg Laurie

  

  Why Study Bible Prophecy? Greg Laurie on the End Times

  Why should Christians study the end times? Greg Laurie explains how Bible prophecy brings hope, makes sense of suffering, and more.

  8 min read
• Chris Carpenter

  

  Actor Charles Esten on Bringing Faith & Forgiveness to Life in 'Drummer Boy'

  In the forthcoming Revolutionary War musical Drummer Boy, veteran actor Charles Esten takes on a darker role as the film’s villain, bringing a compelling new dimension to a story of courage, faith, and freedom.

  8 min read
• Elizabeth Prata

  

  “Something big” is about to happen. (Somewhere… Sometime…)

  By Elizabeth Prata I was speaking with a much older lady the other day. She was saying that she is stocking up on water and non-perishable foods etc. because of the thing that is about to happen. I…

  5 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  The Mission Rolls On — Acts 13:37–14:28 | Good News Unlimited

  The mission rolls on despite opposition in Pisidian Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra. Paul and Barnabas strengthen disciples to endure hardship.

  3 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  Would 1 Clement Agree with Robert Breaker on Salvation?

  Quick FactsQuestion: Would 1 Clement (c. 95–96 A.D.) agree with Robert Breaker on how a person is saved?Short answer: No, and not merely because 1 Clement mentions works. Breaker’s distinctive teaching is that the blood of Jesus Christ is the specific object of saving faith and that asking God to...

  12 min read
• Vickie Munton

  

  When Darkness Falls

  The day fell into darkness as the storm clouds moved in and covered the last traces of sunlight. The storm hit and along with it, flashes of lightning that lit up the whole sky. In a brilliant display of power, electrical forces cracked through the pouring rain, disabling power lines—spreading the darkness even further. Fumbling

  7 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Schumann’s Dedication to Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 1 in A Minor

  A musical dedication can say something words alone cannot. It can express gratitude, show respect, or recognize the influence of another musician. Robert Schumann (1810–1856) dedicated his String Quartets, Op. 41, to Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847), offering an example of how composers can honor one another through music.A Dedication to MendelssohnIn...

  3 min read
• Eddie Jones

  

  Your Authority In Christ—The Reign of Satan from Creation to the Flood - Booty and Treasures fer All!

  The Reign of Satan from Creation to the Flood. There is one man who, when God shares His plan, has a heart to save others. This is rare.

  5 min read
• Don Martin

  

  New Jerusalem in the Mystery of God

  New Jerusalem and our life there is described in Revelation 21:1 to 22:5. It is also briefly mentioned as “the Jerusalem above” in Galatians 4:26 and as “the city of the living Go…

  2 min read
• Ron Edmondson

  

  Leader, It’s Time to Let Go of the Bicycle Seat

  Good leaders let go of the bicycle seat. Sometimes as leaders, we do something that actually keeps people from growing. We hold their hands too long. Think

  3 min read
• Sheryl H. Boldt

  

  May Your Sacrifices Never, Ever Be Forgotten

  As Veterans Day approaches, I’m reminded that behind every act of service is a personal story. Some are inspiring. Some are heartbreaking. All are important. I would love to hear your story. If you or a member of your family served in the United States military, would you be willing to share a little about that experience?

  3 min read
• Greg Laurie

  

  Remember (by Cathe Laurie)

  There’s a difference between knowing God as information and knowing Him intimately. When we remember all He’s done for us, we remind ourselves who He really is.

  4 min read
• Laura Maser

  

  How Do I Find Peace in My Chaos?

  Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for Unsplash"Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful, but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His Law, he...

  5 min read
• Laura Maser

  

  How Do I Find My Peace in Chaos? - A Nighttime Prayer

  Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His Law he meditates day and night. -- Psalm 1:1-2...

  1 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  How AI and AGI will impact Christianity

  DISCLAIMER: If you feed this to an LLM to summarize, it will think I am deeply distressed? for whatever reason.I had the time of my life writing this, and I am not deeply distressed at all!"If you don't have a personal agent filtering out the slop, you will drown. If...

  7 min read
• Mark Brady

  

  God Chooses How He Uses Us

  Image generated via AI. There’s a quiet, freeing truth tucked inside Paul’s words in The Message translation of Colossians 1:25. He says: “God’s way of helping me serve you, laying out the whole truth.” It’s simple. It’s humble. And it’s a reminder many of us need more than we admit. God Chooses How He Uses

  3 min read
• Mary Rooney Armand

  

  Learning to Let Go: 3 Keys to Letting Go and Trusting God

  Learning to Let Go: Discover 3 biblical keys to letting go and trusting God, along with personal stories of His faithfulness to strengthen your faith, surrender control, and find peace in His plans.

  7 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  How 2 Timothy 4:3 Predicted Artificial Intelligence and AGI

  2 Timothy 4:3-4 “For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.”While I believe the social media...

  8 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  Jesus Is The Hero Of The Story — Acts 13:26–37 | Good News Unlimited

  Jesus is the hero of the story. Acts 13 shows that God raised him from the dead and fulfilled his promises in Jesus, the living Saviour we can know.

  3 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  Beethoven’s The Farewell: A Musical Tribute to Friendship

  In 1809, as Napoleon’s forces approached Vienna, Beethoven’s close friend Archduke Rudolph had to leave the city. This separation later inspired Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 26, “The Farewell” (Les Adieux), Op. 81a.A Friendship Behind the MusicLudwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) dedicated the sonata to Archduke Rudolph of Austria (1788–1831), who was...

  2 min read
• Sharon Jaynes

  

  Celebrate the Little Victories! 🎉

  Have you ever celebrated because of something you didn’t do? When you didn’t yell, didn’t make a snarky comment, or didn’t fuss at God for not answering your prayer like you wanted? If you haven’t celebrated, maybe it’s time! Here’s what it might look like… It was a long day with a longer to-do list. Read more...

  6 min read
• Carol McLeod

  

  Triune Table — Carol McLeod Ministries

  Discover the beautiful picture of God's invitation at the table. Emily T. Wierenga reflects on communion, fellowship, and the joy of being welcomed into His presence.

  4 min read
• Charlaine Martin

  

  Finding Peace in the Fray

  Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashI am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. -- John 14:27 (NLT)I complained to my husband the other day about all...

  3 min read
• Charlaine Martin

  

  Finding Peace in the Fray - A Nighttime Prayer

  I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. -- John 14:27 (NLT)Please Pray:Lord, the chaos in the world churns within me. Worry grips me. Yet, You tell...

  1 min read
• Revive Our Hearts

  

  If God Is Sovereign, Why Pray, Vote, or Share the Gospel?

  If God is in control of everything, do our choices really matter? Discover why God’s sovereignty gives us confidence to pray, vote, and share the gospel.

  8 min read
• Victoria Pereira

  My Journey with God: Learning to Find My Way Back

  I have always believed that God existed. I never completely questioned His existence, nor did I ever lose my faith in Him. Yet, for the longest time, I lived as though I barely knew Him.I knew I should pray. I knew I should read His Word. I knew I should...

  16 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  Does 1 Clement Teach Faith Alone or Faith and Works?

  Quick FactsClaim examined: That 1 Clement holds a “synergistic” or “ancient pastoral” view in which faith and works are bound together, rather than distinguished as in the “faith alone vs. works” framework.Short answer: No. In 32.3–4 Clement draws the same “not … but” line twice, setting works against God’s will...

  10 min read
• Sesan Oguntade

  Understanding the mystery of Thanksgiving - Christian Personal Development

  Understanding the mystery of Thanksgiving was the theme of the latest Power Outreaches broadcast. The broadcast shares deep revelations about engaging the mystery of Thanksgiving. Related: Effective Praise and worship What is the mystery of Thanksgiving? The mystery of Thanksgiving is the deep biblical revelations of what thanksgiving unto God is all about and […]

  3 min read
• Damon J. Gray

  

  Point of No Return - Damon J. Gray

  I have always enjoyed the music of the band, Kansas, and not just because Alean and I are from Kansas, both born and raised there. No, I genuinely enjoy the the quality of their work, the intricacies of the musical composition, and the provocative nature of many of their lyrics. I got to see Kansas…

  8 min read
• Ken Barnes

  Humility – kenbarnes.us

  But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. James 4: 6, 10 ESV

  3 min read
• Mark Brady

  

  The Sweetest Visitor from Planet Choco Pop

  In a quiet kitchen on Earth, a tiny alien named Zoggy had just discovered humanity’s greatest invention; ice cream bars. Wearing his favorite green star‑patterned onesie, complete with wobbly anten…

  1 min read
• Ray Oster

  

  Benny Ratiu Gives Thanks Through the Power of Faith Music

  Some songs remind us of what matters most, and Benny Ratiu’s new Contemporary Christian single, ‘Give You Thanks,’ does exactly that. Rooted in faith music and a personal testimony of redemption, the song celebrates the freedom Jesus Christ offers to everyone who believes in Him. Through its message of gratitude,...

  9 min read
• Elizabeth Prata

  

  Growing in Grace and Knowledge From Milk to Solid Food

  By Elizabeth Prata I’m a public school teacher. I’ve taught elementary children for 26 years by the end of this school year. But not continuously. I started in 1983. I took a 20 year br…

  5 min read
• Chris Carpenter

  

  Beyond George Bailey: The Untold Story of Jimmy Stewart

  In the new biopic Jimmy, releasing in theaters nationwide this Friday, audiences will discover the transformative chapter of Stewart’s life—from his Academy Award-winning performance in The Philadelphia Story to his service as a combat pilot during World War II, and ultimately, the role of George Bailey in the timeless classic It’s a Wonderful Life.

  10 min read
• Mike Genung

  

  Equipping You in Spiritual Warfare, Part 3 - Blazing Grace

  The dark days we find ourselves in demands that we equip God’s people for spiritual warfare. In this third of a 3 part series, Mike continues to walk you through key points to understand in the spiritual battles every committed believer will face, beginning with Read More

  1 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  God Has Been At Work To Bring Us To Jesus — Acts 13:16–25 | Good News Unlimited

  God has been at work in Israel’s story. Acts 13 shows God keeping his promises and leading his people to Jesus, the Saviour from David’s line.

  3 min read
• Jay Garden

  

  A Tribute to His Teacher: Liszt’s Transcendental Études

  Some dedications express gratitude. Others preserve a connection across time. Franz Liszt’s (1811–1886) dedication of his Transcendental Études to Carl Czerny may have done both.Liszt dedicated the 1837 version of the études to his former teacher, and he retained the dedication when he published a substantially revised version in 1852....

  3 min read
• David Derksen

  

  Sin, NOT divorce is the problem!

  But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. -Matthew 5:28, NLT Public Service Announcement: Divorce is NOT the enemy. Sin IS! A pet peeve of mine is hearing pastors talk about the tragedy of divorce as if this the problem. Such talk … Continue reading "Sin, NOT divorce is the problem!"

  1 min read
• Don Martin

  

  Pay the Price for the Wedding Feast (3)

  Matthew 25:1-13 shows that we need to pay a price to gain more of the Spirit in our being to enter the wedding feast. The reality of this wedding is the Lamb, Jesus Christ, with His wife, New Jerus…

  2 min read
• Robin McKinley

  Banished From the Presence of God

  Now That Is Bad - To Be Banished From God's Presence

  7 min read
• Christine Malkemes

  

  They Saw the Light. Why Didn’t they Believe?

  As Jesus' public ministry draws to a close in John 12, we encounter a troubling question: Why did people reject Jesus when the Light of the World stood ...

  8 min read
• Shirley Brosius

  

  How to Win This Spiritual War - A Nighttime Prayer

  “Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” – Ephesians 6:12 (NIV)Please Pray: Dear Lord, sometimes your armor feels heavy and hard to wear. We’re...

  1 min read
• Revive Our Hearts

  

  Truths to Anchor Your Heart Before, During, and After an Election

  Cling to the steadfast, immovable character of the Almighty on Election Day and always.

  9 min read
• Chris Hutchison

  

  Some website updates

  Our website is better poised to help you as you learn and grow.

  1 min read
• Chris Hutchison

  

  Some website updates

  Our website is better poised to help you as you learn and grow.

  1 min read
• Eric M. Teitelman

  

  The Millennial Kingdom and The Reign of Christ on Earth — House of David Ministries

  Explore biblical prophecy concerning the Millennial Kingdom, the Second Coming of Christ, the Restoration of Israel, and the Davidic Covenant. Discover the Messianic Kingdom, the Levitical Priesthood, the Reign of the Saints, and God's Eternal Kingdom, culminating in the New Heaven and New Earth.

  42 min read
• Yvonne M Morgan

  

  A Peaceful Moment with a Lion - A Nighttime Prayer

  “Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” -- John 14:27 (NIV)Please Pray:Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your peace. Thank You for...

  1 min read
• Stevens Brookes

  

  7 Ways to Manage Your Blood Pressure: Caring for Your Heart Through Faith and Healthy Habits

  The psalmist prays, "I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made" (Psalm 139:14, KJV). Our bodies are a gift, and caring for them can be one way of saying thank you.Yet between work, family, church, and daily stress, the habits that protect our health often slip down...

  8 min read
• Kim Nowlin

  

  Rooted in Christ

  Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashAs you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving. – Colossians 2:6-7 (NKJV)As I was praying one morning, a...

  3 min read
• Tyler McLaughlin

  1 Clement 7 Explained: Why Nineveh Is the Key to Salvation for Clement of Rome

  Quick FactsText: 1 Clement 7, a letter from the church at Rome to the church at Corinth, usually dated to around 95–96 A.D.Question: Is the Ninevite example (7.7) the rhetorical climax of 1 Clement 7?Core finding: Yes. 7.7 is the last and fullest example, it closes two verbal rings opened...

  14 min read
• Eliezer Gonzalez

  

  Pray For The Persecuted Church — Acts 12:1–25 | Good News Unlimited

  Pray for the persecuted church. Acts 12 shows James killed and Peter imprisoned, while God’s word keeps advancing. This Sunday, pray for believers in Sudan.

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• Mike Genung

  

  Reflections on My Time in Europe

  I’m sitting in a house in the countryside of Finland, reflecting on my trip to the UK, Italy, and here in Finland the past 3 weeks. * A topic that came up repeatedly, often from pastors, is that some in their church are causing problems, Read More

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• Don Martin

  

  Pay the Price for the Wedding Feast (2)

  Matthew 25:1-13 shows that we need to pay a price to enter the wedding feast.The reality of this wedding is the Lamb, Jesus Christ, with His wife, New Jerusalem. One aspect of paying the price is t…

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• Matik Nicholls

  

  Discipleship Devotional #10: Intimacy with God Value – God Speaks & I Can Hear Him

  Sadly, hearing God has at times been a subject of both controversy and frustration in the Body of Christ. Here at Authentic Joy, we believe that from Genesis to Revelation, the Bible records a God …

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• Carolyn Thigpen

  

  Safe in the Father's Hands

  Photo image courtesy Josue Michel for UnsplashFor God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)Fresh out of college, I took a job with an insurance company as a loss auditor. Between traveling for...

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• Elizabeth Prata

  

  Sincerity won’t get you to heaven

  By Elizabeth Prata 1 Timothy 1:13 says, with Paul writing, Yet I was shown mercy because I acted ignorantly in unbelief; and the grace of our Lord was more than abundant, with the faith and love wh…

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• Tyler McLaughlin

  What Did Clement of Rome Teach About Salvation? 1 Clement

  Text: 1 Clement 7, a letter from the church at Rome to the church at Corinth, usually dated to around 95–96 A.D.Topic: How 1 Clement describes salvation being received: repentance and supplication, grounded in the blood of Christ.Key Greek phrase: ἐξιλάσαντο τὸν Θεὸν ἱκετεύσαντες (7.7), “they obtained God’s mercy by...

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• Hannah Morrell

  

  The Restful Life — Broken & Hopeful

  The obsession with hurry and busy-ness in our culture is obvious. When you ask someone how they are doing, often the reply is “busy” as if that is an answer. And if someone is not maxed out with schedules and makes time for rest, the judgement is that they are lazy or just can’t handle it. I have no

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• David Derksen

  

  God’s “remarriage” so to speak

  You will say then, “Branches were broken off so that I could be grafted in.” Granted. But they were broken off because of unbelief, and you stand by faith. Do not be arrogant, but tremble. For if God did not spare the natural branches, he will not spare you either. -Romans 11:19-21, NIV Often times, … Continue reading "God’s “remarriage” so to speak"

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• Karen Cerny

  

  First Thought or Think About This - A Nighttime Prayer

  Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. – Philippians 4:8 (NIV)Please Pray: Gracious Father, forgive us when we pass judgement without knowing the facts. Forgive us for...

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• Rich Vega

  

  Remember the Cost

  “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 There’s always a cost in being set free. Those for…

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