Ruth was a young foreign widow who generously left her homeland to care for her mother-in-law, Naomi. The story of Ruth is narrated in the biblical book of the same name, the eighth in the Old...
The Communion service is a solemn time of fellowship and renewal. We've listed some edifying themes to help you prepare Communion services in your community. Along with these themes, pray, prepare,...
The Bible mentions and gives us examples of total fasting, water fasting, partial fasting, and fasting from other things. Sometimes we wonder how to fast correctly for God. As Christians, fasting...
Children are gifts from God - the Christian faith emphasizes this! Throughout the Bible, we are reminded of God’s love and care for the little ones. Because they are so precious and vulnerable, we...
What was the first Christmas like? Lights, presents, lots of food, music, family and friends gathered at home... that’s how Christmas usually is today, right? But have you ever imagined what the...
Nehemiah was a Jewish leader who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem after the people had been imprisoned in Babylon. He was the cupbearer to the Persian king, but upon learning about the...
Balaam was a prophet hired to curse Israel but ended up blessing them under God’s command. His story is one of spiritual gifts misused, ambition, and divine intervention where he was only able to...
Matthew, also known as Levi, was a tax collector who was invited by Jesus to follow Him. He became one of the twelve apostles and wrote the Book of Matthew. His story teaches us that God calls...
Esther was a young Jewish woman who married King Xerxes of Persia and, thanks to her position as queen, managed to save the Jewish people from extermination. We find Esther's story in the Old...
The king Solomon, son of the king David and of Bathsheba, is one of the figures central in the Bible, known for his wisdom, wealth, and works grand. Governed Israel during 40 years, building the...
Judah was one of Jacob's sons and the patriarch of one of Israel's most prominent tribes: the Tribe of Judah. He is a significant figure in the Bible, not only for his example of leadership and faith...
Ephesians 6 is the last chapter of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, and in verses 10-18, he encourages them to stand firm in the Lord. He knew that as Christians, we face an intense spiritual battle...
In Matthew 18:21-22, Peter approached Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times should I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus replied, “I tell you, not seven times, but...
The Psalms of the Bible are a source of inspiration and encouragement throughout all times. In many of them, we learn that God is our faithful protection! He has preserved and delivered His servants...
The story of Cain and Abel is told in chapter 4 of the biblical book of Genesis. Out of hatred and jealousy, Cain cold-bloodedly murdered his brother, being guilty of the first murder in human...
We live in a finite world. The Bible speaks about its end and details the signs that will precede it. God exhorts us in His word to stay alert and prepare ourselves. Among the things the Bible...
The story of Martha and Mary teaches us about the importance of having the right priorities in life. Being in God's presence, seeking to know His Word, avoiding worldly distractions, and living a...
Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. He came to free the sinner from the slavery of sin. If we allow Jesus to take the center of our lives, then we are truly transformed, and sin no longer has...
Job was a righteous man, rich and with a very good reputation. Everyone around him knew him as a wise and God-fearing man whom God had greatly prospered. The biblical story tells us how Job went from...
Yahweh is considered God's proper name. "I Am Who I Am" is the most specific designation for the God of the Bible (Exodus 3:14-15). Other names are presented to qualify the endless attributes of God,...
Noah was an important figure in the Bible, whose story is told in the book of Genesis. He was a righteous and blameless man living in the midst of a generation dominated by sin, corruption, and...
God's love is the greatest power there is - unconditional, eternal, and capable of transforming lives. It is incomparable, infinite, and can break down any barrier. This love has the power to...
Caleb was a leader and a man of faith. He was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. While ten of the spies feared the giants in the land, Caleb and Joshua trusted in God...
Psalm 46 brings us security and increases our confidence in God. This psalm is highly regarded in both evangelical and Catholic circles for its powerful message of trusting in the Lord and knowing...
If you need encouragement today, the Bible always has the right things to say, words to make your day better! In God's Word you will find hope, courage and the strength to face another day. Meditate...
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (NIV) Joshua received great...
Tamar was Judah’s daughter-in-law and is mentioned in the book of Genesis. After the death of her husbands, she disguised herself and had two sons with Judah to ensure her lineage. Tamar’s story...
Daniel was a young Jewish man of noble lineage who became a great prophet of God. When King Nebuchadnezzar conquered Jerusalem, Daniel was taken captive to Babylon, where he was chosen to serve in the...
During the reign of Hezekiah, king of Judah, Sennacherib, the king of Assyria, threatened to destroy Jerusalem. This powerful enemy challenged a king who was faithful to God. In his arrogance and...
Obeying God means living according to His commandments and following His guidance. This act demonstrates our reverence, love, and trust in His wisdom. Jesus teaches us that "If you love me, you will...
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. - Ecclesiastes 3:1 Life is made up of many different experiences and emotions. Ecclesiastes 3 explains that there are...
What is faith, and what does it mean to believe in Jesus? Understanding the principles of faith and learning how to be an overcomer are vital themes for the church. Thus, let us boldly proclaim the...
Jeremiah was a prophet in the kingdom of Judah during the 7th and 6th centuries BC. He is known as the " weeping prophet " because of his suffering and lamentation over Israel's rebellion against God....
Bartimaeus was a blind man who lived in precarious conditions in the prosperous city of Jericho. Although Jericho was a city known for its wealth, Bartimaeus, like many blind people of the time, was...
In Christ, find your true identity and worth. You are loved and special in God's eyes. Believe and flourish in the confidence He gives you. Love yourself as a daughter of the Most High, cultivate your...
The Ten Commandments are: Love God above all things and have no other gods. Do not make idols or images to worship. Do not take the name of God in vain. Rest on the seventh day and dedicate that day...
Every Christian woman is a warrior, but what does that mean? In a military context, a warrior is a woman trained to fight and defeat her enemies using strength and strategy. She faces danger with...
Have you ever received forgiveness you didn’t deserve? You do or say something that hurts a loved one, and you know you've crossed the line, that you don't deserve forgiveness. But, oh, what a great...
God is in control of absolutely everything. He is sovereign and in the driving seat of our lives. So have no fear! We are under His divine protection. Here are some verses that demonstrate God's power...
The miracle of the multiplication of loaves and fishes is undoubtedly one of Jesus' most famous miracles, recognized by both Christians and non-Christians alike. This miraculous event occurred not...
Lydia was a merchant of purple cloth from the city of Thyatira. A woman who feared God, she heard the preaching of Paul by the river in Philippi and, with an open heart, converted to Christianity. She...
Marriage was created by God, it is a sacred institution between a man and a woman and should be treated with respect and reverence. The secret to a happy marriage is to invite Jesus into the...
The Lord's Supper is the moment when the church, the people of God, partake of the bread and the wine in remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Jesus Himself instituted this celebration or...
Love is the most powerful force in the world. It is the link that connects people to each other and to God. True love does not depend on the person who receives the love. The person who chooses to...
In John 4:1-42, we read about the encounter of Jesus with a woman whom we know as the Samaritan woman. The Bible does not tell us her name, we only know that she was a woman from Samaria and that her...
This event, where Jesus calms the storm, appears in all three Synoptic Gospels: Matthew 8:23-27, Mark 4:35-41, and Luke 8:22-25. In this account, we can see that Jesus has the power to save us from...
Enoch was a leader whose life was marked by righteousness and integrity. He is known as a man who walked with God and was taken by Him into heaven. An ancestor of Noah, Enoch is remembered for his...
This familiar story of the woman who had been subject to bleeding shows how someone suffering greatly demonstrated incredible faith in Jesus and His ability to heal her. It can be found in three of...
Rebekah, wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob, is a woman of faith and courage. She was chosen by God to marry Isaac after demonstrating kindness by offering water to Abraham’s servant. Her...
Forgiveness is very important in the Bible. Forgiveness reveals God's love and is the solution to many problems. These are 6 important lessons from the Bible about forgiveness: 1. God Forgives Be kind...
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