Before writing 1 Thessalonians, Paul received good news from Timothy about the church at Thessalonica. Though imperfect (3:10), the Thessalonians were standing fast in their faith (3:8), so Paul ...

Viral theories about the Second Coming of Jesus claim that the return of Christ will last from 10 minutes all the way to 1000 ...

The Bible can be a great resource for finding peace and guidance in many aspects of life—including when it comes to seeking ...

The Bible provides a roadmap for life with all of the wisdom it provides. Memorizing short Bible verses will bring to mind scriptures on strength, hope, peace and faith just when you need them. These ...

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In my scripture journal for 2025, March has been about prayer. (I write a verse or two every day or so. I use material that is organized and pre-selected.) Obviously ...

As vegetable farmers, we may get to satisfy the “pent up demand” to get back in the dirt and start planting a little bit ...

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When difficulties come our way, it can be hard to keep a good attitude. But attitudes come from beliefs. If we believe we will fail, we can possess an attitude ...

Lawlessness is tied to the spirit of rebellion. Open borders without lawful vetting and due process laws regarding regulation ...

To Baha’is, the term “End Times,” found in many scriptures, refers not to the end of time, as many suggest, but to the end of an age. In the Bible, Daniel suggests we shall know the End Times because ...