Trusting God with Your Generosity: 2 Corinthians 9:7–8
So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:7–8 NKJV In this letter to the Corinthians,…
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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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5 Verses to Help Older Believers Bless Future Generations
If you could give one blessing to future generations, what would it be? If you’re an older believer, this question has probably crossed your mind in one form or another. You look at your children and grandchildren and pray that God will keep their faith strong, help them treasure his Word, and protect them from all evil. You trust God…
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Helping People Heal from the Pain of Trauma Using Bible-Based Resources
Healing from trauma is hard. Trauma often leaves people feeling helpless, alone, and like no one can ever understand what they’ve been through. But God does understand. And people can help. When traumatized people share their pain with God and others, they can begin to heal. At American Bible Society, we long to see people heal from the pain of…
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The Corrective Lens of Prayer
After nearly six decades of travel restrictions, Americans were finally allowed to travel to Cuba. So, in 2018, under a “religious activities” tourist license—one of the approved categories for Americans to visit—I flew to the beautiful Caribbean island. Like a little girl given access to her older sister’s bedroom for the first time, I wondered, What would I see? What…
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God’s Comfort for Broken Hearts
Sometimes, heartbreak happens all at once: a messy breakup; a sudden death; a severed friendship. Other times, heartbreak feels like it will last forever: a loved one who struggles with sickness for years; a child who leaves the faith and cuts off all ties; a family member who slowly distances themselves from you over what started as a simple disagreement.…
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