Isaiah

Pentecost celebrated the early harvest in Israel. But something new happened on this Pentecost.

In your own life, have you experienced the power of being heard—or the pain of not?

Under the inspiration of the Spirit, the prophets zeroed in on one particular event that would forever change the world: the birth and ministry of Jesus Christ. 

For most, the magic of another Christmas season has begun. But Santa hats don't hide sadness well, and even the best gifts can't alleviate grief.

“I just know it’s God’s will.” Have you ever heard that phrase used as a spiritualized version of “I want this”?

Whether it’s the frenetic pace of the season, the expectation pile-up, or the pressure surrounding family gatherings, gift-giving, and end-of-year deadlines, this month that’s meant to be merry and bright is often weighty and wearying.

To pray rightly we must know why we exist. The four words of the first petition of the Lord’s Prayer raise several important questions.

Prayer is the heart’s sincere and grateful reflex to God’s lavish grace. Three questions can help us learn from Jesus the basics of biblical prayer.

If you ever feel like God is a stranger, then this article is for you.

This code isn’t just for children; no matter our age we must respect “all those in authority” over us.

Restless people are constantly active, unable to find peace as a result of anxiety or boredom. Restless people roam, desire, and covet, but do not arrive, achieve, or obtain. The fourth commandment can cure restlessness.

When Jesus spoke to the church in Laodicea, he accused them of being lukewarm. Perhaps it’s our Christianese that has added to the confusion concerning what exactly he meant.