Tossed by Financial Worries? Here Are 3 Reminders to Anchor Your Faith in God
Recently, whenever I start a conversation about money, it feels like I’m jumping headlong into a raging typhoon. Waves of fear and countless opinions come crashing over my head: You might want to rethink your investments—everyone I know is losing money fast. I know you can’t afford it right now, but you really should try to buy a house as…
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The Formation of the Bible: Where Did It Come From?
After seventy years in exile, the exiled people of Judah were permitted to return to their ancestral home in and around Jerusalem. Did they come singing and celebrating? Or did they come with some trepidation—their long-held hopes finally materializing? Some may even have dragged their feet, lamenting the life they left behind in captivity. Many decided to stay in exile;…
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The Gift of the Bible
For International Day of the Bible we invited Bishop Claude Alexander of the Park Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, to inspire leaders to preach on the blessing of engaging with God’s Word. We invite you to follow his lead and share some words of thanks for our sacred Scriptures with your congregations.Growing up going to Sunday School, I found certain…
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Answered Prayer: 200 Years of Bibles for America’s Heroes
This month we observe Veterans Day, and we honor and celebrate those who have fought for America. To the brave men and women who have sacrificed for the common good of our nation, we say, “Thank you for your faithful service.” Armed Forces have been protecting and defending America since the early days of our nation. And since 1817, American…
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How to Become a Bible-Centered Leader
Think about a time when you experienced a spike in your desire to grow as a leader. What was the trigger? Where did the increased motivation come from? Most leaders answer this question by identifying a set of leadership skills they wanted to refine or develop. That’s probably not a surprise. When seeking to grow, leaders look for practical help…
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How to Sustain an Ongoing Conversation with God
Recently I lamented to a friend that even though I want to memorize Bible verses, I can’t work up the willpower to do it. I don’t understand this disconnect in myself, because the times that I’ve intentionally worked on memorizing a passage of Scripture, I’ve experienced what Darlene Deibler Rose describes as: God speaking to me. Darlene Deibler Rose was…
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5 Verses for Hope When You’re Suffering Alone
My friend seemed on top of the world. From where I was standing, it looked like she had the perfect life. At church, she was always joking and laughing. Whenever anyone asked how she was doing, she’d boom: Oh, I’m great. Everything’s going well. The kids are loving school. Hubby and I are planning a date night in the city…
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