Category: Christian Living
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Jesus Born in a Bethlehem Manger: Significance & Meaning
Christmas means “Christ-mass” or to worship Christ. The actual date of Jesus’ birth, the decorations, or the gifts are not the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is about the spirit of worship of Jesus Christ. When you get a glimpse of Jesus, it stirs up true worship and releases God’s peace and blessing. Christmas is…
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In All Things Give Thanks: Biblical Meaning & Power of Thanksgiving
Giving thanks is a foundational response to God in the Bible. When you grow in the knowledge of God and your focus is on Him, you can, as the Scripture says, “in all things give thanks.” Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians…
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Thy Kingdom Come – What It Means & How to Pray It
It’s a powerful thing to pray Thy Kingdom Come, or as we would say in modern English, Your Kingdom Come. It’s a prayer that summarizes the entire Bible. But it brings up a lot of questions: What is God’s Kingdom? How does it come to earth? When will it happen? Let’s explore what this means in…
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Put on the Whole Armor of God – What it Means & How to Do It
The armor of God is an important truth to understand and apply. It’s not just for children’s coloring pages with a cute soldier in full armor. It’s after all, a command in the Bible, to put on the whole armor of God. I had an opportunity to spend an entire year studying and teaching on…
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5 Surprising Truths About Heaven in the Bible: What Is Heaven Like?
Myths & Misconceptions About Heaven – What the Bible Really Says The Bible describes what heaven is like and it’s different than the way many people think it’s going to be. Even as Christians, our view of heaven is often shaped more by popular books, movies, and traditions than the Bible. The biblical view of…
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Does God Love Me – How You Can Know for Sure
3 Ways to Overcome Doubt, Shame & Guilt It’s easy to believe that God loves you when things are going well. It’s when things get difficult that you might begin to wonder if God really loves you. If God loves you, why would bad things happen? Could God still love you if you did something…
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What Does God Look Like – Why it Matters in the Bible
The Bible reveals who God is and how He related to people. There are a lot of Scriptures that describe what God is like, His character. But there are also a few places in the Bible that have a description of God’s actual appearance. And these descriptions are quite similar throughout the Bible. What does…
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21 Encouraging Bible Verses for Strength, Comfort & Perseverance
Where do you turn when you’re tired, worried, or need comfort? When you’re overwhelmed and feel like giving up? You can depend on God’s truth and His Word to encourage, inspire, and bring a fresh perspective. You can move beyond any challenges you might face with these encouraging Bible verses. Here are 21 different sets…
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How to Get to Heaven According to the Bible: It’s NOT by Being Good
It’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and not think about what happens when this life is over. But sometimes, things can happen that make you pause to ask the important questions. As a pastor, and a police chaplain in the past, people have asked me these questions – some of…
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25 Most Powerful Bible Verses: How to Apply Them to Your Life
There are times when we need a breakthrough in our lives. Whether you need strength, hope, courage, inspiration, or perspective, nothing can substitute for experiencing the overcoming power of God. What are the most powerful Bible verses? Here are 25 powerful Bible verses followed by a brief explanation of their meaning and how you can…