2013 December — Page 3

The History Of The Bible: 5 Important Dates

Christians consider the Bible to be the Word of God and to be our authority in living out our faith. The importance of the Bible in the life of the Christian can hardly be overstated. In this article I would like to look at some important dates in the history of the Bible. Many more […]

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$1000 Visa Gift Card Giveaway!

by Josh Wiley

Just in time for Christmas we are excited to announce a $1000 Visa gift card giveaway! We know there is a lot of financial pressure that seems to be applied during and around Christmas time and so a bunch of fellow Christian bloggers have pulled together to put this giveaway together. Thanks to our sponsor […]

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Who Were The Pharisees And Sadducees? A Bible Study

by Jack Wellman

Exactly who were the Pharisees and the Sadducees and what was their purpose in Judea at the time of Jesus’ earthly ministry? Are there present day Pharisees or Sadducees today? Differences Between the Pharisees and the Sadducees One of the main differences between the Pharisees and the Sadducees was that the Pharisees believed in the […]

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6 Prayers For Finding A Godly Spouse

by Derek Hill

Being single can be hard, especially around Christmas and Valentine’s Day. It can be lonely watching other men and women embracing one another, holding hands and flirting. It is a natural feeling to want those kinds of things, and when we are single it can get lonely. You can go to many different people and […]

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How To Overcome Anxiety: 7 Tips for Christians

by Pamela Rose Williams

The Bible tells us that we should “be careful for nothing, but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” (Philippians 4:6) Another word to use for “careful” is “anxious” — be anxious for nothing. Even so we sometimes find ourselves in situations and life circumstances […]

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7 Christian Tips for Dealing with Bullying

by Crystal McDowell

Bullying is a hot topic in many conversations and it’s not just about children. Adults are bullied in their marriages, at work, and sadly, sometimes at church. As believers, we’re called to deal with the injustice of bullying rather than allowing, ignoring, denying, or giving excuses for bad behavior. There is a Biblical response to […]

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Is it Sin For Unmarried Christians To Live Together? A Pastor’s Counseling Session

by Jack Wellman

What does the Bible say about living together? Is the Bible silent on this? What if the couple is not having sex? Here is an actual exchange of a counseling session I had with a young lady who believed that she was a Christian and asked for advice about whether it was sin or not […]

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What To Do When Your Dreams Fail: 7 Bible Based Tips

by Crystal McDowell

Most people believe that by working really hard, they will succeed in life and all their dreams will come true. However, life doesn’t always turn out like we dreamed. In spite of our best efforts: marriages fail, companies scale down, the economy drops, children become prodigals, sickness and disease take lives or stifle productivity, etc… […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Planning For The Future?

by Derek Hill

The market is constantly pushing us into planning for the future: our retirement, 401K’s, pensions, stocks and bonds, social security and other means. We naturally gravitate towards our future here on earth. We plan our next projects, vacations, weekend getaways and nights out. Does the Bible address the issue of planning for the future? You […]

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How to Pray for Your Husband

by Pamela Rose Williams

I believe that all Christians pray. Even if they do not have a personal time of prayer, they most likely pray in church or at small groups. The Bible encourages us to pray for one another (Ephesians 6:18; James 5:16). It tells us to pray not only for each other but also to pray for […]

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