Perseverance and Endurance in the Christian Life

Perseverance is more than mere endurance; it's an active, faithful commitment to God's path for us

Surprisingly, there is quite a bit of controversy surrounding perseverance and endurance in the Christian life. Some people believe they have to earn their salvation through a lifetime of good works. Some people believe they can lose their salvation without persevering and enduring to the end. And some people believe they don’t need to do any good works because God Continue reading Perseverance and Endurance in the Christian Life

A personal note from Nebuchadnezzar II, the richest most powerful man who ever lived

Nebuchadnezzar humbled by God because of his pride and refusal to honor God's sovereignty

Greetings from King Nebuchadnezzar to all people everywhere. I hope you’re at peace. I want to personally share the amazing things the Most High God has done for me. His miracles are great and His wonders mighty. His kingdom lasts forever; His rule continues through all generations. (based on Daniel 4:1-3) In Daniel 4:19-27, King Nebuchadnezzar recounts a dream to Continue reading A personal note from Nebuchadnezzar II, the richest most powerful man who ever lived

Josiah’s Good Reign in Judah

This seamless chronological paraphrase of King Josiah's godly reign in Judah encourages us to serve God faithfully.

Josiah faithfully followed the LORD during the first 18 years of his reign without the help of a Bible, which at that time would have been the writings of Moses (Genesis to Deuteronomy) and the writings of David and Solomon. It wasn’t until the 18th year of his reign that the book of the law was found. Even without the Continue reading Josiah’s Good Reign in Judah

El Roi – “The God Who Sees”

El Roi, the God who sees, watches our struggles, searches our hearts, cares about us, and rewards those who seek Him with pure hearts

The name El Roi, meaning “The God Who Sees,” is a powerful reminder of God’s omnipresence and omniscience. This name is first introduced in Genesis 16:13-14, where Hagar, Sarai’s maidservant, encounters God in the wilderness. In her moment of despair and isolation, she discovers a profound truth about God’s nature—that He sees and cares for her. This Bible study will Continue reading El Roi – “The God Who Sees”

The best psalms to read when people speak evil, hateful, slanderous things about you

These Psalms collectively offer a rich source of comfort, assurance, and guidance for believers facing the pain of hateful and slanderous speech. They remind the faithful of God's protection, justice, and unwavering presence in their lives.

When faced with the sting of hateful and slanderous speech, believers can find comfort and guidance in the Psalms. The Bible has many examples of faithful individuals who endured malicious accusations and falsehoods yet responded with unwavering trust in God. King David, frequently targeted by slander and betrayal, composed many Psalms seeking God’s protection and justice. Jesus Christ, the epitome Continue reading The best psalms to read when people speak evil, hateful, slanderous things about you