A paradox is an apparent contradiction that conceals a profound Truth—and the Bible is filled with paradoxes. We triumph by first surrendering… read more

Our world promotes an unhealthy elevation of self. Yet the Bible tells us, “The Lord sustains the humble but casts the wicked to the… read more

For hundreds of years, artists have portrayed Mary the mother of Jesus as a beautiful woman. But the Bible never mentions her physical appearance.… read more

God’s grace gives us a glorious present. Life without Christ is a dreadful condition, but when grace comes in and we repent and turn to Christ,… read more

Today there are countless ways to address self-image, self-esteem, self-acceptance, and self-fulfillment. While these themes are pervasive in our… read more

Throughout Scripture, we see the heart of God and the depth of His disappointment when His people forget about Him and His past mercies, blessings,… read more

Over the past few years, many people have asked whether God is really in control. Trials, tragedies, and feelings of insecurity have altered the way… read more

The world is filled with people who are struggling. Many feel as though they never will realize their full potential. Some believe they have no… read more

How you view your life will make a world of difference in how you live your life. If you live your life viewing it from a Biblical perspective, it… read more

Praise opens our eyes and ears to God. When we focus on the Lord in praise, we are much more likely to hear what He has to say to us. Praise opens us… read more

When the enemy lures us subtly away from God’s best plan for our lives, we begin to compromise in many areas, so we must be alert to his… read more

What does God think of thanksgiving? He is blessed and honored by it because a life of thanksgiving is the mark of a saint who knows God’s… read more

Circumstances may deceive us, but God’s Word tells us: “We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have… read more

Andrew Carnegie’s wife was so fond of classical music that at the end of every year, she insisted that Andrew pay any outstanding debts… read more

Two men I’ve been reading about for virtually my entire life but for very different reasons died on the exact same day. For more than 50 years,… read more

God loves it when, out of an overflow of our love for Him, we give generously. His Word is filled with examples of those who gave generously and… read more

Giving was a major emphasis of Paul’s ministry, especially during his third missionary journey. He understood that generosity naturally leads… read more

Yesterday, we looked at the first two characteristics of heart giving: First, it is what matters to God, and second, it is sacrificial. … read more