Spiritual Growth
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Have You Read the Bible?
Do you believe in God? And do you believe the Bible is inspired by God? Assuming you answered yes to both of those questions, then don’t you think it’s important […]
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It’s Important to Rest
The older I get, the more I recognize the crucial importance of rest. It’s important – crucial – to take time to rest. You need time to relax, to rejuvenate, […]
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How to Escape Your ‘Pit of Despair’
If you’ve seen the enjoyable film The Princess Bride, you’ll remember the “Pit of Despair.” It was a secret, underground lair that contained a torture device simply called “the Machine.” […]
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The Armor of God Explained
Why does Paul say we must “put on the armor of God”? What does Paul mean he talks about spiritual warfare? Is there really a spiritual war taking place? In […]
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Don’t Put Your Hope in Politics
Inauguration Day is upon us. And, depending on your political perspective, you’re either excited, relieved, upset, nervous, agitated, outraged or a whole host of other emotions. And yet… If you’re […]
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Are You Quick to Listen and Slow to Speak?
One of the wisest exhortations in all of Scripture comes from the book of James. In that wonderful book, James (the half-brother of Jesus) writes these words: Wherefore, my beloved […]
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Did You Make New Year’s Resolutions for 2021?
It’s now January 4. We are four days into 2021. And I have a question for you: Did you set goals or resolutions for this new year? In the past, […]
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Should Christians Practice the Law of Attraction?
The Law of Attraction (LOA) is a popular belief that "like attracts like" and that your thoughts can (and will) determine your reality. What does the Bible have to say about the Law of Attraction and how should Christians respond to LOA?
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How to Separate From Toxic Friends
There's an old saying that goes something like this: "With friends like these, you don't need enemies." When it comes to "friends" who bring toxicity into your life, this saying couldn't be more true. What can we do to establish essential boundaries in our lives and, if necessary, separate from toxic friends?
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21 Proverbs You Can’t Live Without
The Book of Proverbs is the greatest collection of wisdom literature in all of human history. While you should read and study the entire book of Proverbs, here are 21 proverbs you can't live without.
