A brief but encouraging look at how God is actively involved with both our spiritual growth and our perseverance in the faith. From Crossway.org…………..
The Intersection of God’s Sovereignty and Our Perseverance

A brief but encouraging look at how God is actively involved with both our spiritual growth and our perseverance in the faith. From Crossway.org…………..
Depression not only affects the person with the mental disorder but also everyone in that person’s life. Here are some helpful tips. From Crosswalk.com…………
Randy Alcorn is a wonderful author and speaker and communicates so much wonder and encouragement when he discusses what awaits us on the New Earth! From Eternal Perspectives Ministries…………
By choosing not to give in to fear and hopelessness, we are choosing to trust God. And our trust delights Him! From Christianity Today…………….
A wonderful short article on God’s grace and how everyone needs it. From Eternal Perspectives Ministries………
https://www.patheos.com/blogs/randyalcorn/2023/05/never-earn-grace/
Of course, all of the Word is good and enlightening. But this article provides reasons why these 10 books should be visited and pondered repeatedly. From Crosswalk.com…………
This is a most excellent article for anyone who suffers in this life. Eventually, if we do not give into despair, there is a future awaiting us that will undo the damages of this life. From Desiring God…………..
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/what-god-can-make-from-a-shattered-life
The Bible has a lot to say about strife and conflict — especially in the Book of Proverbs. An interesting and in-depth look at an important topic from Knowable Word…………
https://www.knowableword.com/2023/03/31/why-strife-is-so-complex/
A fine exposition of how Jesus called Himself the Bread of Life. From bible scholar and author Ann Spangler……………
This is a summary article by Bible scholar Michael Bird and his book of the same title as the title of this article. From Logos.com………….
https://www.logos.com/grow/hall-seven-things-about-the-bible/
An interesting examination of the coming glory for believers. From Randy Alcorn and Eternal Perspectives Ministries………….
https://www.patheos.com/blogs/randyalcorn/2023/03/us-having-glory/
This is a really helpful overview of what it means to live by the Spirit. From KeyLife.org……….
This article discusses the Old Testament book of Proverbs, and how to properly understand it and apply it to various life situations. From Knowable Word…………
https://www.knowableword.com/2023/03/03/the-problem-with-proverbs/
Joy is something that God has promised to every believer, but when one is struggling with depression joy can be hard to find. But with God all things are possible! From Crosswalk.com………….
In this article, the author argues that God’s faithfulness in the past and His good promises for the future should inform and energize us in our walk with Christ. From Crossway.org………….
There are many things about the Apostle Paul that we should wish to emulate. This article focuses on prayer. From Chorus in the Chaos via Patheos.com…………
https://www.patheos.com/blogs/chorusinthechaos/four-ways-to-pray-like-paul/
This article focuses on humility, and how it is so vital in the expression of the fruits of the Spirit. From ScottSauls.com…………..
In this article, Randy Alcorn attests that the greatest truth of all is the truth about the Person and work of Jesus. From Eternal Perspectives Ministries………….
….in other words, what we think about who God is effects how we pray…or not pray. From Logos.com……….
This is really an informative and eye-opening look at spiritual formation or spiritual growth. From Logos.com…………
https://www.logos.com/grow/nook-mountaintop-experience-with-god/
Pride is perhaps the most basic of sins, as it underlies most sins. But humility is the way of Jesus and every believer should aim to be more humble. From Cossway.com………….
When you have the occasion to “give reasons for the hope within you,” this article may help. From New Wineskins via Patheos.com………
As the parent of an adult daughter, I can attest that there are some good tips here! From Crosswalk.com……….
https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/10-ways-your-adult-children-need-your-encouragement.html
A nice way to start the new year with an examination of one of the titles for Jesus – – – the Great Physician. From Crosswalk.com……….
https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/prayingnamesgod/praying-the-names-of-god-january-23.html
This article summarizes what the Bible teaches about our justification with God, and why that means we can live in peace with the Lord and with others. From Beautiful Christian Life……….
Here is a way to get the New Year off to a healthy start! From Crosswalk.com………
This rather lengthy article is important because it goes over a very crucial aspect of our Christian lives: To build our faith in God through our determined mindset to trust God in all circumstances. From Life Over Coffee………
https://lifeovercoffee.com/the-secret-that-will-change-your-life-forever/
This is a very encouraging article that focuses on the steadfast love of God toward us who are His adopted children. “Steadfast” is not a word that can be used very often in our world today, but we can always rely on God’s love for us. From PlaceforTruth.org ………….
https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/the-steadfast-love-of-the-lord
Some great advice here! From Crosswalk.com……..
https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/10-ways-to-be-gracious-not-greedy-this-christmas.html
A lot of wise advice in this brief article. From Crosswalk.com………
https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/simple-habits-for-a-happy-marriage.html
This article reminds us that the Incarnation has not just earthly but eternal ramifications. From Beautiful Christian Life………
https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/blog/jesus-truly-god-and-truly-man-for-the-rest-of-eternity
This article focuses on 2 Peter 3:11, which comes right after Peter’s description of the end of time. Knowing what lies ahead, how should that effect how we live today? From Crosswalk.com………….
Although I dearly love Christmas time and all of the fun and making memories it entails, it can also be a hectic and draining time. Here are some good suggestions from BibleStudyTools.com……..
https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/5-scriptures-to-pray-when-the-holidays-leave-you-anxious.html
This brief devotional discusses discernment of road blocks and obstacles that occur in our lives. Are they hindrances of the enemy, or are they roadblocks sent from God? From Christianity.com……………
A very good reminder that we are all lost and vulnerable without God. From PlaceforTruth.org………
No one ever said that the Bible is an easy read. Many things about it are very different from any other type of literature. But the effort is worth it! From For The Church………
https://ftc.co/resource-library/blog-entries/sometimes-i-struggle-with-the-bible/
One of the points in this article is that how we feel about God on our bad days ( “God hates me,””God is disappointed with me”), is actually an indication of how we truly feel about the Lord. And we can’t improve our understanding of and our attitude toward God until we identify our areas of doubt and weakness. From Grace Life International……….
This brief article provides some good food for thought when studying a portion of Scripture. From Knowable Word………
https://www.knowableword.com/2014/01/10/structure-the-shape-of-meaning-2/
In marriage, in parenting, in our jobs, in all kinds of ways in daily life, it is important to be a good listener. Here are some tips from Beautiful Christian Life………….
https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/blog/3-barriers-to-genuine-listening-and-how-to-overcome-them
In this ongoing series on Romans 8, this installment focuses on the “Glory to be revealed to us” when Christ returns and how that helps with our trials today. From PlaceforTruth.org………..
https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/romans-8-a-sight-of-christs-glory
Here is some excellent advice and tips for when we feel depressed about our spiritual condition. From Beautiful Christian Life………..
https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/blog/encouragement-for-battling-spiritual-depression
This is an interesting take on God’s economy and how it differs substantially from the world. From Crosswalk.com………
Another helpful and encouraging article on the teachings in Romans 8. From PlaceforTruth.org………..
https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/romans-8-god-is-our-portion
This is a really excellent overview of some of the most common and difficult issues non-believers bring up about God, Jesus and the Bible — with ways to respond! From Crosswalk.com……….
This is an enlightening overview and summary of the Book of Exodus and its lessons for believers. From BibleStudyTools.com……….
This article hones in on verses 16 and 17, which teach that the Holy Spirit in us testifies to our spirit that we are children of God. From PlaceforTruth.org…………
https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/romans-8-an-assuring-word
Sometimes I have questioned the Apostle Paul and his exhortations to enter into Christ’s ministry of suffering. But if I am honest, my trials and difficulties have always strengthened my faith and my worship of God. From Servants of Grace…………
https://servantsofgrace.org/suffering-our-greatest-teacher-to-stronger-faith/
With the often hectic and crazy holiday season fast approaching, here is a helpful and timely article on how to fight against busyness! From Crosswalk.com………
https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/11-ways-to-recover-from-being-too-busy.html