Phyllis Robertson Thomas was 45 years old when she discovered the identity of her biological father. This type of revelation, while jarring to be sure, becomes even more complicated and intense when it is revealed this man just so happens to be one of the most famous people in America.
“He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.” – John 8:7 (KJV)Please Pray:Heavenly Father, thank You for meeting me with mercy when I deserved judgment. Forgive me for the times I have been quick to condemn others or slow to forgive myself. Search...
We often treat breakfast as a quick chore—something to grab and go just to silence our hunger. But according to ancient wisdom, the first meal of the day wasn't just about filling the stomach; it was a highly functional "blueprint" designed to sustain steady energy for hours.The secret lies in...
Word Unpacked: Devotionals in Romans▶ Watch the full devotional:Romans 14:12 (NIV)So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.If we stood in a courtroom today, what would we be asked to say?We'd probably come prepared. Some of them had grown up keeping food rules and holy...
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata Ezekiel 3:8, “Behold, I have made your face just as hard as their faces, and your forehead just as hard as their forehead.” Isaiah 48:4, “For I knew that you ar…
Stevens Brookes
A Christian Perspective on Health and HospitalityChurch members and families gather in a warm fellowship hall after Sunday service to enjoy a shared potluck meal. The scene highlights the joy of community, hospitality, and intergenerational connection around a table full of homemade dishes.From Sunday potlucks to family dinners, the way...
Jay GardenOn most weekdays, Charles Ives went to work. He worked in life insurance, helped build a successful agency, and helped families plan for their financial security. Yet alongside that practical world of clients, policies, and calculations, he was writing some of the most original music of his time.Ives reminds us...
Damon J. Gray
We have all witnessed the dramatic scene wherein a coach is addressing his frustrated team. They’re discouraged, tired, and beaten down. The coach needs to remind them of who they are, what they know, and what are their capabilities. They know their jobs. They have been victorious in the past and can be victorious on…
Chris CarpenterPhyllis Robertson Thomas was 45 years old when she discovered the identity of her biological father. This type of revelation, while jarring to be sure, becomes even more complicated and intense when it is revealed this man just so happens to be one of the most famous people in America.
Treva Barnard“He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.” – John 8:7 (KJV)Please Pray:Heavenly Father, thank You for meeting me with mercy when I deserved judgment. Forgive me for the times I have been quick to condemn others or slow to forgive myself. Search...
Treva BarnardPhoto image courtesy of Getty Images for Unsplash“He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.” – John 8:7 (KJV)Have you ever been judged by a moment in your life instead of the whole story God is writing? Have you ever felt the weight...
Revive Our HeartsWhat makes us strong in spiritual warfare? Not our own strength but our union with Christ. Discover two truths in Ephesians 6 that are easy to miss.
Lisa Price
So these nations feared the Lord and also served their carved images. Their children did likewise, and their children’s children—as their fathers did, so they do to this day- 2nd Kings 17:41 …
Eliezer Gonzalez
God welcomes the nations through Jesus, offering forgiveness and life to everyone who believes and gathering them into his church.
Jay Garden
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on PexelsWe often hear music without thinking about numbers. A melody rises and falls, rhythms repeat and change, and notes come together to create tension or rest. We simply hear music as beautiful, moving, peaceful, or sad. Yet beneath the sound are relationships shaped by numbers...
Chris Hutchison
...and why we should not get uncomfortable when we hear, "this is symbolic."
Sesan OguntadeAre there altars, mantles and grace? This was the theme of a viral social media post some weeks ago sparked off by one of the most popular pentecost Pastors in Africa. He clearly showed in his post that believers should ignore altars, mantles and grace and only fox their eyes on Jesus Christ. Well, this […]
Amber Ginter“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” — 1 John 1:9 (NIV)Please Pray:Dear Jesus, thank you for your mercy and forgiveness. As I attempt to live a life free from sin, remind me that I...
Amber GinterPhoto image courtesy Getty Images for Unsplash“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” — 1 John 1:9 (NIV)Have you ever felt too ashamed to pray honestly? Maybe you did something wrong. You’d sinned, fallen short,...
Eliezer Gonzalez
What does it mean to be human? Are we just dust and DNA, or is there more to our story? Genesis 1 says we’re made in the image of God — crowned with dignity, entrusted with dominion, and destined for glory. This message unpacks what it means to be made to rule under God and how Jesus restores our true humanity. Watch Out of the Dust: A series on Genesis 1-12.
Lynda Schultz
…you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.We have come to the end of I Peter, but not to the end of the discussion.Last week, just as our Bible study group was breaking up for the morning, my pastor came in to find me. He asked if I could spare a couple of minutes to come to his office. When I arrived a few minutes later, he said that he had been praying fo
Ray Oster
A Guide for Gospel Artists Every great Gospel song begins somewhere, often long before the beat drops or the recording session starts. Sometimes, it begins with a difficult season, a heartfelt prayer, a moment of surrender, or a breakthrough that changes everything. Your Testimony can become more than a personal...
Jay Garden
In the Renaissance, proportion was not simply about numbers. It was about relationships—how different parts could come together to create balance, harmony, and beauty. This idea can be seen not only in architecture, but also in music.Image by seoungsuk ham from PixabayWhen Proportion Becomes HarmonyImagine walking through a Renaissance villa....
Lori Altebaumer
Photo by CJ Dayrit on UnsplashAnd Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy...
Lori Altebaumer
And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe...
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. Paul says something stunning in Colossians 2:2–4 (MSG) — that God wants us “woven into a tapestry of love,” and that as we grow in Christ, we “get in on the riches of this m…
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata Jeremiah 10 is a powerful chapter. Vivid, clear, convicting. This verse at Jeremiah 10:22 caught my attention- The sound of a report! Behold, it is coming— A great roar from the …
Eliezer Gonzalez
You don’t have to have it all together to be welcomed by God. Jesus, the bread of life, gives eternal life to everyone who comes to him.
Stevens Brookes
What U.S. Sleep Research and the Bible Say About True RestThere are nights when you finish the day, lie down, and sleep simply will not come. Tomorrow’s to-do list, stress from work, and worries about family keep circling in your mind. You pray and try to quiet your heart, but...
Jay Garden
Some things simply feel balanced. A melody can rise and fall in a way that feels complete, just as a room can feel well-proportioned without us knowing its exact measurements. During the Renaissance, musicians, artists, architects, and thinkers paid close attention to these relationships. They were interested in proportion—the way...
Samuel Deuth
The spiritual priorities we model set the course for our kids and for everyone we disciple. Here are six worth examining in your own life.
Don Martin
In Ephesians 3 is a prayer for God to strengthen us into our inner man, our regenerated human spirit, that Christ may make His home in our heart with the goal that we be filled unto all the fullnes…
Joy UchennayaYou Don’t Have to Hide Here. “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus…” —Romans 8:1 (KJV) Have you ever struggled with something for so long that you became ashamed…
Hannah Morrell
We often look at prayer as twisting God’s arm to do what we want. We add up numbers, thinking that the more people you have doing the praying, the more likely He is to be swayed by the amount of people and do what you are asking. And in even more terrible news, sometimes we blame whoever was praying
Nancy C. Williams
The Lord their God will save them in that day, as the flock of His people. For they shall be like the jewels of a crown, lifted like a banner over His land. – Zechariah 9:16Please Pray: Jesus, how I love You and praise You for making me Your child....
Nancy C. Williams
Photo image courtesy Nancy C. WilliamsThe Lord their God will save them in that day, as the flock of His people. For they shall be like the jewels of a crown, lifted like a banner over His land. – Zechariah 9:16Want to go on a short-term mission but have no...
Stevens BrookesNew Research on Step Counts and Walking Pace, and a Christian View of Caring for the BodyBrisk walking can be a simple way to incorporate moderate-intensity physical activity into a daily routine. Both walking pace and total daily steps can contribute to overall health.Once you start walking for your health,...
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. By Lila Hargreeves, Staff Writer — The Maple County Gazette FAIRFAX, OKLA. — Authorities confirmed Tuesday that a local woman, Clarissa Bloom, 34, was found deceased in her …
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata Psalm 46:10 which in many translations such as the ESV, says “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted on the earth.” All the NASBs…
Eliezer Gonzalez
Saul’s new role is disciple, brother, and witness. Jesus gives every believer a new relationship with God, his church, and the world around them.
Chris Carpenter
'The Chosen' Season Six | Photo image courtesy of Prime Video & 5&2 StudiosCULVER CITY, California — (PRESS RELEASE) — Today, Prime Video and 5&2 Studios unveiled the trailer for Season Six of the global phenomenon The Chosen premiering on November 15, 2026, in the U.S. and internationally. Featuring six...
Jay Garden
Earlier in this series, we looked at simple mathematical relationships in music: an octave has a frequency ratio of 1:2, a perfect fifth 2:3, and a perfect fourth 3:4. These simple ratios help explain why some intervals sound so naturally balanced.However, even a carefully tuned modern piano is not mathematically...
Ron EdmondsonI believe in helping team members find their next opportunity, even while still serving on our team. It does come with challenges.
Pam Luschei
When you do, I want you to remarry and have a good life.” I protested, but he was insistent.About a year later, while having my morning devotions, I gazed at the large poster that we had displayed at my husband’s memorial service. He was almost life-size, smiling, looking so ‘real’ and so ‘present’ I said to the Lord, ‘He was such a good gift.’ Immediately, the Lord replied, ‘Don’t you think that I can give you other good gifts’? ‘Of course,’ I told Him and confessed my shortsightedness and miniature level of trust in His providence.A year and a half after my husband’s passing, after I had grieved deeply and taken many steps toward healing, I felt open to the possibility of remarriage.
Sesan OguntadeYou will understand in this video why persistent prayers get answered. You will be able to see why persistent prayers produce great effect in heaven and on tbe earth. This video is from the Power Outreaches broadcast. Please read more about the Power Outreaches here Does persistent prayers get answered? You will discover what […]
Carol McLeod
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit,” – Matthew 28:19Please Pray: “Jesus, I say, “Yes,” today to Your will, Your Word and Your ways. I am willing to go where You want me...
Carol McLeod
Photo by James Wiseman on Unsplash“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit,” – Matthew 28:19 When I was a little girl, I begged God not to send me to Africa. I felt the...
Revive Our Hearts
During Pastor Appreciation Month and always, Katie considers the rich blessing of having ordinary human pastors.
Summer MarreroThe phrase social justice has become increasingly common in American culture—and increasingly common in Christian conversations. Churches, Christian organizations, and pastors are frequen…
Eliezer Gonzalez
“Brother Saul” reveals the welcome of grace. Jesus transforms an enemy, and Ananias receives the former persecutor into God’s family through Christ.
Jay Garden
When we hear music, we are not only hearing notes. We are also hearing time organized into patterns.A melody may be beautiful, but rhythm gives it movement. It tells us when to move, pause, or wait. By organizing time into patterns and groups, rhythm gives music structure.Photo by Kael Bloom...
Ron Edmondson
There are leadership challenges in ministry marketplace leaders may not fully understand. I’ve spent my entire adult life in leadership - leading in the b
Don Martin
Galatians presents Christ revealed in us, living in us, and formed in us. When He is formed in us, we are conformed to His image and fully express Him. The full conformation is maturity in this age…
Sheryl H. Boldt
Whether or not you struggle with depression or anxiety, watch how God uses His Word to transform your thoughts – one small segment at a time.
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata Do not lie to one another, since you stripped off the old self with its evil practices, and have put on the new self, which is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the …
Greg Laurie
Our bodies age. The world tells us to stay young forever, but God sees our beauty far beyond our physical appearance.
Brenda Seefeldt
How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news! – Romans 10:14-15 (NLT)Please Pray: Dear Triune God, As this day comes to an end, I pause to remember You are already at work in this world—redeeming, restoring, and reconciling. Thank You for inviting me into that work. I...
Brenda Seefeldt
Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashHow beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news! – Romans 10:14-15 (NLT)Mission is not simply something we do somewhere else. God is already at work in the world redeeming, restoring, and reconciling. Also God has made it clear that He wants...
Sesan OguntadeIf you want to learn how to influence your community for Christ through business activities or acting on divine ideas, then this post is for you. Related: How to solve problems with your business How to influence your community for Christ This video from the Power Outreaches broadcast will show you how to influence your […]
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. Colossians 1:13–14 in The Message says something breathtaking in its simplicity: “God rescued us from dead-end alleys and dark dungeons. He set us up in the kingdom of the S…
Carol McLeodI have discovered 5 words that are able to right my emotions, clear away discouragement and renew my focus. These 5 words are: “For that … I am grateful.” I have discovered that gratitude is not an emotion, but it is an intentional choice. I have also learned that Thanksgiving...
Chris CarpenterBrothers Alex and Stephen Kendrick, best known for award-winning faith-based movies like Fireproof, War Room, and most recently The Forge, are entering an exciting new season with a re-imagined version of their 2003 release, Flywheel.
Nancy C. Williams
Dolly Parton left a larger-than-life legacy of hope, love, and her joy in Jesus.
Eliezer Gonzalez
Jesus rescues Saul on the Damascus road, confronting a violent persecutor with sovereign grace and showing that no one is ever beyond his saving reach.
Jay Garden
When we hear two notes together, some combinations sound settled while others create tension. One interval may feel smooth and pleasant, while another seems to be waiting for something to happen. But why do some notes seem to belong together?Photo by cottonbro studio via PexelsPart of the answer can be...
Daisy Dronen
This easy roasted tomato and pepper soup is Whole30, dairy-free, and ready in about an hour. Simple ingredients, big roasted flavor, and perfect for meal prep.
Ron Edmondson
I’d much rather lead by principles than policies. Good organizations need both. I understand that. But policies tend to tell people exactly what they can and
Lisa E. BetzWe can become too good at the wrong things. Things that drain us because they lead us to live in contradiction to our deep beliefs, temperaments, or purpose.
Carol McLeod
Can something be fractured and beautiful at the same time? Heather LaVigne shares how suffering, loss, and pressure deepened her faith and revealed God’s presence in her pain.
Beth Patch
“These things I have spoken to you so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33Why is this man so angry with me? I wondered. He had just pulled in and parked head-to-head with...
Beth Patch
“These things I have spoken to you so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33Please Pray: Lord, help us all to remember who our enemy truly is—and how powerful we are in You...
Revive Our Hearts
Are you struggling to grow in your relationship with Christ? Lori encourages you to take three steps forward today.
Tyler McLaughlinRobert: "Then, we will confess that we got it. Confession is what comes after the fact. Confession isn't what makes the thing happen. Confession is, the thing happened, let me confess it.My wife makes some cookies. She says, 'Don't steal the cookies.' She walks to the bathroom. She's not looking,...
Tyler McLaughlinShort answer: In short, no. Robert Breaker says confession in Romans 10 only reports something that already happened, like admitting you ate a cookie an hour ago. This study checks every verse in Exodus that contains both “heart” and “unto,” and the pattern does not fit his after-report model.Quick factsAt...
Tyler McLaughlinQuick FactsQuestion: Does 1 Clement, written around 95 to 96 A.D., prove Roman primacy or Apostolic succession through a single line of bishops?Short answer: No. The epistle never tells the Corinthians that Rome has final authority, and it says the Apostles appointed multiple bishops and deacons, not one bishop.Author: Traditionally...
Maureen Hall Puccini
Satan tempts us to sin. But the devil can't rob you, kill every blessing in your life, and destroy your future, unless you help him.
Mark Brady
Deep in the shadowy corner of the kitchen, beneath the stack of takeout menus and exactly one working pen, lived a community of forgotten misfits. There was Captain Twist‑Tie, a wiry little hero wh…
Manuel A. Luz
Note: This is the sixth in a series of blog posts where I share some personal musings regarding artificial intelligence as it relates to faith and the arts. I encourage you to visit the entire seri…
Mike Genung
A recent Axios poll showed that 43% of Americans approve of socialism. In this broadcast Mike discusses this and other stories including man allowing AI to talk him out of the faith, suicide, women struggling with porn in increasing numbers, the daily flow of pastors Read More
Tyler McLaughlinThe Mandatory Vocalization Club was a joke name I made up in response to Robert Breaker’s “Mandatory Vocalization Cult” video. On October 12, 2026, I am retiring it. This article goes with my video “The Origin of the Term Mandatory Vocalization Club and Me Retiring the Usage.”To be clear, the...
Eliezer Gonzalez
Saul’s rage drove him to hunt followers of Jesus, but it could not stop the gospel. His hostility gives way to the astonishing grace of Christ.
Jay Garden
When we say that music “sounds good,” we do not usually think about numbers. We simply notice that a melody feels calm, that two notes seem to belong together, or that a chord gives us a sense of arrival.Yet beneath some of the sounds we recognize so naturally lies a...
Damon J. Gray
They have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace.– Jeremiah 6:14, ESV1 Everything Is [not] Fine! The prophet Jeremiah spoke, primarily, to the Kingdom of Judah. His prophecies were exceedingly unpopular because his message was a recurring, “Hey, you’re messing up here, folks, and judgment is coming!” No one…
Don Martin
Galatians 1:15-16 tells us that God revealed His Son in Paul. Galatians 2:20 then declares that this Christ lives in Paul and that Paul lives with Him in the faith that He has imparted into Paul. S…
Robin McKinley
Of all the women Solomon married after he became king, the Bible doesn't name any of them. It does, however, identify one in particular, Pharaoh's daughter.
Elizabeth Prata
By Elizabeth Prata You young ‘uns won’t remember the old vaudeville-radio-early TV entertainers. There was one named Jimmy Durante. He was born in 1893 (!) and was active in the enterta…
Christine Malkemes
Dying to self is real What does Jesus teach us about surrender, discipleship, and eternal life? Lesson Text: John 12:20-26 Golden Text He who loves hi ...
Kim Gentry Meyer
… How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news! – Romans 10:15Please Pray:Dear Lord, I know I’m called to spread the Gospel, and what a privilege it is to be among the feet that bring Good News. Help me connect with missions organizations that speak to my...
Kim Gentry Meyer
Photo image courtesy Getty Images for Unsplash… How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news! – Romans 10:15When we read Bible verses like the one above or hear missionaries speak at our church, we can feel disconnected from the concept of missions because most of us are...
Lisa Price
In every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts an…
Eliezer Gonzalez
Saul was hunting Christians when the risen Christ stopped him. Acts 9 shows that no one is beyond the grace of Jesus or too hard for him to save.
Tyler McLaughlinProverbs 18:17“He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.”BasicLogicIQ is a [] agrees with [Austrian leader of Germany from 1933-1945] on popular nationalism.Read the full quotes, timestamps, and sources in the complete article on GitHub.https://tylermclaughlin1611.github.io/who-is-basiclogiciq-on-youtube/
Darcie Fuqua
Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. —Hebrews 13:1-2 (NIV)Please Pray: Dear Jesus, thank You for giving me the opportunity to go on mission with You...
Matik Nicholls
As we continue to explore intimacy with God, this week we will look at the heart value – God Is Near. Meditate on the following scriptures: John 14:18-20 (ESV)18 “I will not leave you as orphans; I…
Tyler McLaughlin
(If you ever have to toss a coin between Chrysostom and Origen, save yourself the trouble; Chrysostom was a soulwinning, Bible-preaching missionary. Origen was a Platonic Arian who devoted his life to destroying the Textus Receptus.)Dr. Peter S. RuckmanColossians Commentary, Chapter 4This is John Chrysostom's salvation theology."For there is no...
Eliezer Gonzalez
How the Bible begins shapes how we understand everything. In Genesis 1, we meet the true and living God who speaks creation into being, breathes life into humanity, and invites us into relationship with Him. This sermon reminds us not to get distracted by side debates, but to focus on the main event: the God who made us, sustains us, and calls us home through Christ. Watch Out of the Dust: A series on Genesis 1-12.
Russelyn Williams
When we stand before God on Judgment Day, we will be without excuse. We will not be able to say, "I didn't know there was a God"
Teri Gasser
While bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. – 1 Timothy 4:8Please Pray: Father, you created all things material (like our bodies) and spiritual (our inner person). You are...
Tyler McLaughlin
"Anyway. Anyway. Now maybe that’s not the right way to do it. I don’t know. But I figure the best way to do it is before I go to bed at night, I get down on my knees, say, Lord, I don’t want any demons in me and around me,...
Teri Gasser
Photo by Jane Palash on UnsplashWhile bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. – 1 Timothy 4:8 “I’m still mad at Grandpa for failing to take care of himself,”...
Mark Brady
Image generated via AI. The writer of Hebrews drops a line that feels almost cinematic: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses…” (Hebrews 12:1). It’s the kind of phras…
Jane Daly
The Women’s Leadership Program might cost Brianna everything. After an accident leaves her broken and fractured with no home, she is gone.
Tyler McLaughlinShort answer: No. Robert Breaker says confession in Romans 10:10 is only an after-report, and the word “unto” is the evidence. This Heart + Unto study checks the Genesis verses that have both “heart” and “unto.” If “unto” meant an after-report, it should be easy to see here, and it...
Tyler McLaughlinThis is the eleventh article in a series of studies of the Bible, all of which show that the Bible demands a literal reading of Romans 10:9-10 as having a two-step formula.1 Samuel 1:13: "Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not...
