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The Bible as My Guide

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joy in God’s Word
Devotionals

The Joy of My Heart

When ministry brings disappointment, Scripture can restore clarity and joy. Karla McElroy reflects on the words of Jeremiah and Peter that have repeatedly strengthened her commitment to follow…

Karla McElroy · December 10, 2011
power of God’s Word
Church Leadership

Sowing the Seed

Bob Russell reflects on childhood Scripture memorization, his call to ministry, and a lifetime of witnessing the remarkable power of God’s Word through expository preaching.

Bob Russell · December 1, 2011
God demonstrates his love
Devotionals

His Twice

Reflecting on Romans 5:8, David Empson considers the relentless love of God, the sacrifice of Christ, and the wonder of knowing he was created by God and bought…

David Empson · November 24, 2011
Theology & Bible

What a Guide!

Ben Merold reflects on how personal Bible study transformed his Christian growth and became a trusted guide for his lifestyle, preaching, teaching, evangelism, pastoral ministry, and dependence on…

Ben Merold · November 2, 2011
Christian adoption
Family & Relationships

Abba, Father

Chris Blair shares his family’s remarkable journey of adoption, years of persistent prayer, and the lessons they learned about God’s costly love and what it means to call…

Chris Blair · October 21, 2011
the fields are ripe for harvest
Mission & Evangelism

My Appetite

Chris DeWelt, Ozark Christian College, College Heights Christian Church, John 4, Sychar, Durres Albania, evangelism,

Chris DeWelt · September 30, 2011
Scripture through suffering
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Opening His Word, Discovering His Love

Dave Smith reflects on how God’s Word sustained and shaped him through seminary, church planting, family tragedy, multiple sclerosis, and nearly 30 years of following Jesus.

Dave Smith · September 19, 2011
wrestling with Scripture
Theology & Bible

A Stormy and Sweet Romance

Daniel Schantz explains why he questions, argues with, and probes Scripture—and how wrestling honestly with difficult passages has helped him understand the Bible more deeply.

Daniel Schantz · September 16, 2011
Bible verses to live by
Theology & Bible

Four Special Verses

Sam E. Stone reflects on four Bible verses that shaped his life, sharing personal stories about God's will, the desires of the heart, speaking truth in love, and…

Sam E. Stone · September 3, 2011
living Word of God
Theology & Bible

God Has Been Teaching Me about Giants

Dinelle Frankland reflects on how the stories and wisdom of Scripture provide courage, comfort, forgiveness, and direction when life calls believers to face their own giants.

Dinelle Frankland · August 26, 2011
favorite passage of Scripture
Theology & Bible

My Favorite Passage

Tom Ellsworth reflects on why his favorite passage of Scripture keeps changing as God's Word brings fresh hope, perspective, wonder, and assurance for every season of life.

Tom Ellsworth · August 20, 2011
God’s glory in Christian leadership
Church Leadership

Show Me the Glory

Tim Harlow reflects on Moses’ prayer in Exodus 33 and challenges Christian leaders to seek God’s presence, learn his ways, and ask to see his glory amid the…

Tim Harlow · August 9, 2011
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