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3 things we can learn from Deborah and Barak
3 things we can learn from Deborah and Barak

The Bible gives many lessons to us through the lives of the people recorded in its pages. For now, we will take a look at two figures in the book of Judges: Deborah the prophetess, and Barak.

The line that single Christian men and women should never cross
The line that single Christian men and women should never cross

Singles have so much freedom - but that freedom has its limitations.

3 things we can learn from Paul's conversion
3 things we can learn from Paul's conversion

Paul's conversion from a persecutor of Christ to a true Christ-follower is one of the most eye-opening and most powerful conversions ever recorded in the Bible.

Can a Christian man remain friends with an ex after he marries?
Can a Christian man remain friends with an ex after he marries?

Christians, let's not carry any baggage with us into our marriage.

Is it possible for a Christian to live a sinful lifestyle and be saved?
Is it possible for a Christian to live a sinful lifestyle and be saved?

Because of grace, we can end up making a small thing of sin, but this is so dangerous for our faith.

The one thing that every Christian needs to pursue every day of their life
The one thing that every Christian needs to pursue every day of their life

The Bible tells us that great importance of having a God-given vision or revelation to pursue. What's the one thing that Christians should pursue?

5 great things for Christians to accomplish in 2018
5 great things for Christians to accomplish in 2018

If we want to make 2018 a great year for us, we've got to make it a great year for God.

What is the unpardonable sin and how can I know if I've committed it?
What is the unpardonable sin and how can I know if I've committed it?

The unpardonable, or unforgivable, sin is a dreadful thing to commit. What is it? How do we know if we have committed it?

What does the woman with the alabaster jar teach us?
What does the woman with the alabaster jar teach us?

There's a famous woman in the Bible, albeit having her name kept unknown from readers. This woman, found in Luke 7:36-50, is the woman who brought an alabaster jar of fragrant oil to the Lord Jesus. Her story is one of the most powerful stories of repentance and forgiveness, one that shows the kind heart of God.

The one time a Christian might have to sacrifice being friendly
The one time a Christian might have to sacrifice being friendly

Friendliness is a great asset, a character trait that should be seen in a Christian. But it doesn't go before being wise and prudent, and it certainly must not overtake the preaching of the Gospel. Our goal is to be like Christ, not to be everyone's pal.

3 common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit
3 common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit

Many Christians have wrong ideas about who the Holy Spirit is. In this article, we will talk about some common misconceptions about Him, so that the believer can develop a growing relationship with Him.

3 pieces of advice for young men looking for a wife
3 pieces of advice for young men looking for a wife

Guys, marriage is something that will take everything you have, and will reward you with more than what you have ever dreamed of - if you follow hard after God. Your future marriages, if done according to His plans, will be the most beautiful relationships you'll ever have.

3 reasons why money won't solve all problems
3 reasons why money won't solve all problems

While money does pay the bills, buy food and supplies, and purchase clothes and a home, it can never heal wounds, mend broken hearts, and fix broken lives. If any, it can even worsen the problems we have.

Birds of the Bible: How they teach spiritual truth
Birds of the Bible: How they teach spiritual truth

In the Bible, birds are often mentioned because of some spiritual or poetical significance.

Struggle to spend time with God? Time to bring the Quiet Time into the New Year
Struggle to spend time with God? Time to bring the Quiet Time into the New Year

When I became a Christian in the early 1990s, there was a non-negotiable bit of the religious life that got a mention in almost every talk and conversation with my youth worker.

Were poor people part of the early church?
Were poor people part of the early church?

The Bible has several teachings regarding treating the poor, including the poor people in the church. All of them point out one crucial truth: God loves the poor, and we should too. He has His eyes set on them, and we should set our eyes on blessing and loving them, too. He is close to them and stands in their defense, and we should be, too.