In the early 1900’s, a young African American girl named Sarah Rector, who was born in Oklahoma Indian Territory, believed there was oil beneath the dry, dusty land she had been given. While no one believes her, Sarah’s faith paved the way to reveal that she was right.The funny thing...
Charlaine Martin
The Lord your God is with you,the Mighty Warrior who saves.He will take great delight in you;in his love he will no longer rebuke you,but will rejoice over you with singing.Zephaniah 3:17 NIV I climbed up with my chubby little legs into my mother’s lap. She would help me up...
The frost has hardly settled on the pumpkins, yet we have already shifted into full Christmas-mode! Whether it be setting up the Christmas tree, baking holiday treats for friends, or just soaking in the true meaning for the season, this time of year conjures up feelings of joy and …...
Yeji Im
The process of salvation is justification, sanctification, and glorification. By believing in Jesus Christ, we have justification at once. By justification, our original sin(sin from Adam) has disappeared. We can call justification the Change of place and sanctification the change of state.Romans chapter 6 explains the confusion and the Arguments...
The old adage, “follow your dreams” is something that we have all heard but rarely do we ever hear about someone who actually arrived at their desired destination. Too many times people get derailed in their pursuit due to seemingly insurmountable obstacles, unforeseen detours, or an eventual lack of interest....
M. Fearghail
3/24/2020 photograph by Joyful on Unsplash. Free to use under the Unsplash License.IntroductionGreetings, dear reader, on this platform. Today is Sunday, June 1, 2025, the first day of meteorological summer. All things, good or bad, must come to an end in this temporal world. Today is the time for this...
Renee Gotcher
“And what more shall I say? For time would fail me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets—who through faith conquered kingdoms, enforced justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, were...
We have heard this mantra over and over through the years: “They just don’t make movies like they used to!”Movies are fueled by sex. They are too scary and grotesque. They are filled with more profanity than thought humanly possible. In essence, many believe that American cinema has eroded into...
Carol McLeod
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; Whom should I fear? The LORD is the defense of my life; Whom should I dread?” – Psalm 27:1Please Pray:Father, I thank You that You are a God I can trust. I know that You are working all things together for good...
Sarah Freymuth
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. – James 1:2-4Please Pray:Father, the hurt and pain...
Sarah Freymuth
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. – James 1:2-4When we don’t feel good, when...
Lisa AnnHer pen is her sword where light leaves its imprint with every letter she writes; creating words and sentences to convey the deepening of her emotions.It is challenging for her to speak her vulnerability, and yet in writing, she knows no bounds, she never hesitates… she is free. Each word...
NEW YORK – The cinematic world came together Wednesday evening to celebrate the movie premiere for The Unbreakable Boy. Opening in theaters this weekend, the film starring Zachary Levi (Shazam), Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond), Meghann Fahy (One Life to Live), and Jacob Laval was originally slated to release in...
Matthew SimpaMy upcoming novel, "Unwavering Faith," explores the challenges faced by a Christian family whose children begin to question the very foundations of their beliefs. While fictional, the story reflects a reality I see around me every day here in Nigeria. The blurb reads: "How do you hold on to faith...
Colossians 1:11Strengthened with all power, according to the might of his glory, unto all patience and longsuffering with joy
Stacey Barkley
For we walk by faith, not by sight. -- 2 Corinthians 5:7 (CSB)When my husband's company hinted he might need to work on-call—including nights and weekends—he made it clear he would resign if it became mandatory. For 35 years, Brian had faithfully worked for this company while also using his...
Stacey Barkley
For we walk by faith, not by sight. -- 2 Corinthians 5:7 (CSB)Please Pray:Heavenly Father, thank you for guiding me when I step out in faith. I want to glorify you. Help me trust in Your perfect plan, even when the future is unclear. May I find joy and peace...
Michael BurgerExcerpted and Adapted from my website (ChangingPerspectives2023.com)"A completely unfree society (i.e., one that cannot function except by strict rules of 'conformity' in everything ) will, in its behavior, be unable to solve certain problems. That could jeopardize its ability to survive through difficult situations. A similar remark would also apply...
It’s that time of year again! Amidst all the baubles, beads, and good cheer being dispensed as we close out 2024, it is also a good time to reflect on the year in faith-based entertainment that may or may not have caught your eye.For the Crossmap editorial team, the year...
Stacey Barkley
“I am the Lord’s servant; may it happen as you said” -- Luke 1:38 (HCSB)Please Pray:Lord, help me trust You like Mary did, surrendering my fears and uncertainties. Strengthen me to obey Your call with humility and faith. Surround me with encouragement, and let my work glorify You. I am...