Living and Giving with a Heavenly Mindset: Colossians 3:2
Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. Colossians 3:2 NKJV In Colossians 3, the apostle Paul continues to urge the Christians in Colossae to live in the fullness of their union with Christ (Colossians 2:6–7). Because we have been raised to life in Jesus, we are now eternally connected to him. Our focus has shifted…
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7 Bible Verses to Help You Avoid Sin
What does God think about sin? If you’ve ever read the Bible, the answer might seem obvious. After all, God’s Word tells us that he sent his only Son to save us from sin and death (John 3:16). His love for us in Jesus Christ is at the center of the gospel message. It’s true that God loves us. But…
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How You Can Pray for Military Heroes and Their Families
The U.S. Military community consists of nearly 35 million service members, veterans, and family members—all of whom face unique challenges and have sacrificed so much to defend our freedom. They need God’s Word during the ups and downs of military life. Since 1817, American Bible Society has provided more than 60 million Bibles and Scripture engagement tools to Military members…
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6 Bible Verses to Renew Your Prayer Life
Do you struggle to pray? If so, you aren’t alone. Even the most mature believers can feel insecure about their personal prayer life. Some Christians might even feel like they have no idea how to pray! This shouldn’t be surprising. After all, Jesus’s own disciples had to ask him to teach them how to talk to God like he did…
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Study Reveals How Scripture Inspires Us to be a Nation of Neighbors
So how neighborly is our nation? A nationwide survey conducted by American Bible Society in January 2022 gives us insight into this very topic. In the fourth chapter of our 12th annual State of the Bible report entitled “A Nation of Neighbors,” we examine a wide range of attitudes and actions relating to our life together as a nation and…
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4 Bible Verses to Fill Your Heart with Peace
How many times have you heard the word “peace” in the past month? Ads on your social media pages claim to help you achieve inner peace through meditation, therapy, or some magical new supplement. Global leaders call for peace in countries like Ukraine, Syria, and Ethiopia. Exhausted coworkers share that they’re hoping for some peace and quiet on upcoming vacations.…
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We prayed for you!
A shrinking church. Decreased Bible engagement. Continuing pandemic pressures. War in Ukraine. Political tensions. Social unrest. Climate issues. Economic strife. While we faced a myriad of mounting pressures over the last year, the hope of God’s Word is needed more than ever. Turning to God’s Word in prayer brings certainty in the face of unknowns. With this hope in Christ,…
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