“Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” -Acts 4:12
How do you identify yourself when you meet a stranger? “I’m Bobbi. I’m an athlete.” “I’m Sierra, a musician.” “Hello, I’m Jessie, the president of the student council.” “I’m Lauren, author of Christian YA fiction.” Your identity is how you define yourself. But sometimes, in trying to fit in somewhere,… Read More »Your Identity is in Christ: See How God Sees You
Does it matter what you believe? These days, it’s considered unmannerly to tell someone they’re wrong, and if you do it on social media, you might even be “canceled.” Yes, there’s a time to bite your tongue, even if you know you’re right. (Seriously, does it really matter if you… Read More »Faith: Does it matter what you believe?
Happy Valentine’s Day, God loves you! Do you ever doubt God’s love? Maybe you know in your heart he loves you, but your head wonders why he seems so distant. And would a truly loving God let you go through something like this? Whether you’re feeling unloved overall or are… Read More »10 Bible Passages That Confirm God’s Love For You
Day 11 of 12 Reasons to Rejoice: Advent Devotions The phrase “resurrection hope” sounds like one of those terms Christians like to throw around to make themselves sound holy, doesn’t it? And indeed, it can be—if you use it without truly knowing what it is. So what is it? Resurrection… Read More »Resurrection Hope: Because He Rose, You Will Rise Too!
Day 7 of 12 Reasons to Rejoice: Advent Devotions The saddest thing I’ve ever seen was a funeral without hope. Typically labeled a “Celebration of Life,” this type of funeral merely reflects on the deceased’s earthly life and accomplishments. Perhaps it alludes to his buoyant attitude, or her kindness to… Read More »Jesus Defeated Death When He Came Back to Life
Day 6 of 12 Reasons to Rejoice: Advent Devotions I do not know what it’s like to die. I’ve experienced moments of excruciating physical pain to the point where I knew I could die any moment, but I’ve never actually crossed that threshold. I do know, as you should too,… Read More »Jesus’ Death Was the Beginning, Not The End
Day 4 of 12 Reasons to Rejoice: Advent Devotions What does it mean when someone says Jesus is our advocate? In the Biblical story of Esther, there is a scene where Esther is called upon to approach the king with a request. The problem during those times was that it… Read More »Jesus is our Advocate, Strong and Sure
“God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” For many, John 3:16 was the very first Bible verse you memorized in Sunday school. From the start, you were taught Jesus died on the cross to take away… Read More »Justification by Faith Explained: A Simple High School Analogy