Forgive. Forgive. Forgive. The Power of Spousal Forgiveness
Forgiveness is one of the most radical and transformative principles of Christian marriage.
Articles for tag: Grace
May 2, 2025
Loving Christ’s Church
When we put the needs of others in the body of Christ above our own, when we show respect and deference to others in the church, when we replace authority and prestige with a basin and towel, we demonstrate our love for Christ and the church he cherishes.
May 2, 2025
Digging Deep
Cainos Manyara grew up in Zimbabwe, but followed God into a productive ministry of encouraging and loving people in America and supporting his own people in Zimbabwe.
Campus Revivals and the Lord’s Table
As we partake of the Lord's Supper, we’re reminded that the same Jesus who met fishermen by the sea, who called tax collectors and sinners to follow him, is meeting students in lecture halls and late-night study sessions today.
March 31, 2025
Two Days, Two Outcomes
Easter and Christmas are the two most recognized Christian holidays. Consider the different outcomes of Christmas and Easter by reflecting on how Jesus “came out” of, first, the womb of Mary at his birth; and second, the tomb at his resurrection.
March 17, 2025
Yours Is the Glory
Jesus teaches us how to pray, not as a burdensome duty but as a loving response to the Creator who invites us to call him “Father.”
March 2, 2025
The Uncommon Family
Pastors across the country are contemplating getting out of ministry. This should not come as a surprise. Ministry is tough. One of the challenges is balancing, if possible, the demands of ministry and being fully present and leading at home.
March 2, 2025
Staying Strong in Ministry Leadership
Who are those currently surrounding you and infusing you with strength? Such strengthening angels will be able to assure you that you have been called, that you are loved and that you are kept by the grace of God.
One that Goes to the Source …
At The Solomon Foundation, we agree with Ben Merold’s wise words about going to the source—to Jesus Christ and the Word of God. That’s where we go and that’s where we direct our ministry. The Solomon Foundation wants to be your source for both investment and church loans to help you lead others to that one and only Source.
February 17, 2025
Your Will Be Done
Discipleship requires surrender—ceasing our battle of the wills and voluntarily submitting ourselves to the Lord.
February 10, 2025
Our Father
Using simple but profound language, Jesus teaches us to address God as a wise, powerful, loving Father.
January 27, 2025
Lord, Teach Us to Pray
How can we make prayer a more consistent part of our daily lives?
December 30, 2024
We Have Been There Before
God has helped us in ages past, and he won’t forsake us in the new year ahead.
December 30, 2024
Unforgettable Journey
At Communion, we remember the journey that Jesus traveled on our behalf and the mission he successfully completed. We anticipate our own “launch” into our eternal home.
December 26, 2024
“The Opening Year”: A Christian Standard Editorial from 1875
In his editorial for the start of 1875, Christian Standard’s founding editor, Isaac Errett, offered 5 suggestions to his readers that will enable them to “consecrate” themselves anew to Christ’s service in the forthcoming year. Though Errett’s suggestions are nearly 150 years old (originally published on January 2, 1875), we believe his comments are just as valuable today as they were when they were first published.
December 2, 2024
December 8 Study | He Comes in Amazement
This lesson extrapolates two narratives from the Gospel of Luke that highlight Jesus’ amazing person and work.
December 2, 2024
December 8 Application | Don’t Lose the Wonder
What stirs wonder in your heart? What astonishing facts in nature (or in the Bible, your children or grandchildren, or great music and art) remind you to stand in awe of the Lord?
November 25, 2024
December 1 Study | He Comes with Distinction
When Christ’s coming was actually executed, it was done with the greatest of distinction. It was so distinct that the whole earth would be filled with his glory (Psalm 72:19).
November 11, 2024
November 17 Application | Praise the Alpha and the Omega
The Lord is “the Alpha and the Omega”. In the past he has kept his covenants through all generations. In the present he guides and comforts us through the Scriptures and the presence of his indwelling Spirit. He is forever faithful. The future is not a mystery to him.
November 11, 2024
November 17 | Discovery Questions
These Discovery Questions are for use with this week’s Lookout Bible Lesson, “The Battle is the Lord’s” (Revelation 19:1-14; 20:11-15), by Mark Scott.
