August 11, 2025
How Are You Doing—Really?
In the last two chapters of Philippians the apostle Paul uses panta three times to drive home important points about the Christ-centered life.
Articles for tag: Philippians 4:1
December 31, 2024
A Wheel of Emotions: Finding Balance for Lasting Growth
Emotions are a natural part of marriage for both spouses. True growth and stability in marriage come from recognizing that each emotion has its place.
November 1, 2022
‘You Must Preach the Gospel’
The Testimony of the First-Known Somali Gospel Preacher
March 29, 2020
Application for April 5: The Feeding of the Five
(This “Application“ column goes with the Bible study for April 5, 2020: “Power to Sustain.”) By David Faust The feeding of the 5,000 is one of my favorite biblical miracles. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John were fond of it, too. Other than the Lord’s resurrection, it’s the only miracle described in all four Gospels. The multiplying of the bread and fish simultaneously demonstrates both Jesus’ creativity and his compassion—his amazing power over material objects and his concern for hungry souls. John says of the Living Word, “Without him nothing was made that has been made” (John 1:3). The all-powerful Lord
September 23, 2012
Gifts that Make God Smile
What can a child's plastic doughnut teach us about giving to God? Jeff Anderson explores how our gifts, whether large or small, can bring pleasure to God and deepen our relationship with him.
August 6, 2012
10 Ways to Encourage Your Minister
Pastors often face criticism, discouragement, and burnout. Victor M. Parachin offers 10 practical ways church members can encourage their ministers through appreciation, personal concern, thoughtful support, and prayer.
August 20, 2011
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.
May 30, 2011
Lesson for June 5, 2011: God Keeps His Promise (Joshua 1:1-6; 11:16-23)
Stephen Bond reflects on Joshua, fear, and God’s promises, showing how Christ followers can move forward with courage by trusting God’s power, provision, and presence.
August 23, 2010
Lesson for August 29, 2010: Upheld by God (Acts 28:16-25, 28-31)
Jonathan Feathers reflects on Acts 28 and how God upheld Paul in Rome, encouraging believers to proclaim Jesus wherever they go, whenever they speak, and to whomever they meet.
November 21, 2007
Interview with Dawn Prendes
After Sgt. Henry Prendes was killed in the line of duty, his widow, Dawn, shares how God sustained her through grief and how Henry’s testimony sparked gospel impact across Las Vegas and beyond.
February 19, 2006
The Making of a Missionary
How should churches evaluate missionary candidates seeking support? Dale Meade challenges common assumptions and urges clear missions goals, meaningful commitment, and strong training standards for effective gospel work.
