One Last Hope.
It had been twelve years. She was desperate, and very lonely. She couldn’t touch anyone, nor could anyone touch her. She would have been shunned by everyone, including her family. She was not welcome in the synagogue or in any public place. Her life was wretched, but she had one last hope.
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Humbled Christians are Obedient to God
Proverbs has many verses about humility, contrasting pride and haughtiness with humbleness. The pride of man will bring him shame, but with the humble is wisdom.
Haughtiness precedes destruction, but humility leads to honor. These are promises and benefits that should discourage pride in a person, and encourage one to learn true humility.
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The Return of Christ and the Gathering Together
Even with tremendous opposition and persecution, Christians in Thessalonica were able to stand strong in their faith, bringing joy and peace to Paul, their spiritual father.
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Biblical Keys to Walking in the Spirit with God
Christians need to be ready, willing and able to carry out whatever it is that God wants done. Christians can learn to walk with God just like the men of God in the Bible times.
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Guidelines for Godly Leadership
According to 1 Timothy, personal integrity is a greater responsibility for those who desire to be a leader. And only those who have proven themselves faithful over time are to be selected for such a role.<
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Abraham Hears God's Voice and Willingly Obeys
The New Testament declares that Abraham was "fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform." Abraham's submission, resolute trust and faith in God continue providing an inspirational example to Christians today.
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The Queen of Persia Saves the Jewish People
The book of Esther tells the story of how a Jewish girl became a queen, and like a graphic novella describes intriguing people, luxurious places and delicate protocol, mixed with emotions and difficult decisions, all during a turbulent political setting.
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Mary Responds to the Angel at the Annunciation
Confronted with the announcement of her pregnancy, Mary might have posed many questions, but the poignant cry of this young woman rings as true today as it must have then. &ldguoHow can this be?&rdquo
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Sitting at the Feet of Jesus, Ways to Worship at Home
More excerpts from a recent survey that reveals insight into the personal prayer and worship practices of men and women from diverse backgrounds.
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