Christlike or Christless? - Homeword - September 3
Christlike or Christless? - Homeword - September 3Christlike or Christless?This devotional was written by Doug FieldsSo then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him. —Colossians 2:6It’s likely you’ve heard the famous Las Vegas advertising tagline: “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Think for a moment about what this implies. Hey, you want to cheat on your spouse in Vegas? No problem, it all stays there. Want to gamble away all your savings? Vegas...
Is the Rapture Biblical?
Is the Rapture Biblical?
The rise of Christian apocalyptic media, such as books and movies focused on the end times, introduced many people to the concept of the rapture. Through engaging with series like Left Behind, however, some individuals began to worry that they would be forgotten by the Lord and forsaken, left to endure the tribulation alone. They associated the rapture with feelings of fear, a phenomenon known today as “rapture anxiety.” And as this area of eschatology became more...
You Are Not Your Own (Jeremiah 10:23) - Your Daily Bible Verse - September 2
You Are Not Your Own (Jeremiah 10:23) - Your Daily Bible Verse - September 2BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: Lord, I know that people’s lives are not their own; it is not for them to direct their steps.” - Jeremiah 10:23You Are Not Your OwnBy Lynette KittleWhen Adam rebelled against God in the garden, he didn’t understand it meant he would be giving up his power and authority over the earth to the devil (Genesis 3). His sin against God caused the whole world to come under the evil one’s...
Fellowship: A Necessary Ingredient - Homeword - September 1
Fellowship: A Necessary Ingredient - Homeword - September 1Fellowship: A Necessary IngredientThis devotional was written by Jim BurnsLet us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching. —Hebrews 10:24-25The Bible calls the Church "the bride of Christ…" God loves the Church even with all of her inconsistencies. I...
7 Biblical Truths about Work and Rest to Reflect on This Labor Day
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7 Biblical Truths about Work and Rest to Reflect on This Labor Day
Labor Day is the first Monday of September, and it is a day to celebrate the hard work of every worker in the United States. Labor Day symbolizes prosperity, strength, and well-being. It is also known as the official...
Is God Calling Me to Switch Careers? - The Crosswalk Devotional - August 31
Is God Calling Me to Switch Careers? - The Crosswalk Devotional - August 31Is God Calling Me to Switch Careers?By Vivian BrickerBible Reading“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6).Many people have a good idea of what they want to be after college. College prepares us for the workforce and equips us with everything we need in order to get hired. However, sometimes...
9 Scriptures to Hold on to When the World Feels Chaotic
9 Scriptures to Hold on to When the World Feels Chaotic
Sometimes life throws curveballs we never see coming. One moment, it feels like things are finally falling into place: our goals are set, the calendar is full, the health reports are good, the kids are doing okay, and we’re even staying consistent with our faith routines. But then, suddenly, chaos strikes. A crisis hits. The unexpected shatters our rhythm. The headlines overwhelm. Our plans unravel. Our dreams get...
How to Recognize a Rebellious Heart (Isaiah 14:13) - Your Daily Bible Verse - August 30
How to Recognize a Rebellious Heart (Isaiah 14:13) - Your Daily Bible Verse - August 30How to Recognize a Rebellious Heart (Isaiah 14:13)By Lynette Kittle“How you are fallen from heaven, O Day Star, son of Dawn! How you are cut down to the ground, you who laid the nations low! You said in your heart, ‘I will ascend to heaven; above the stars of God I will set my throne on high; I will sit on the mount of assembly in the far reaches of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds;...
4 Reasons We’re Reluctant to Grieve (and What to Do about it)
4 Reasons We’re Reluctant to Grieve (and What to Do about it)Mama slid another flour-coated chunk of banana into the sizzling oil, causing the hot concoction to crackle in response. She had cut each of the Lilliputian-sized Apple bananas into four pieces and rolled them in a mixture of flour, tapioca, and sugar. My father loved the final product: fried bananas. Crispy on the outside, sweet on the inside. As I observed Mama strain the fried bananas, a thought came unbidden: Why couldn’t Papa...
Who Was Methuselah in the Bible?
Who Was Methuselah in the Bible?
Have you ever wondered who holds the record for the longest life in the Bible (and why it matters)? Meet Methuselah, a man whose 969-year lifespan has fascinated believers and scholars for centuries. Though his story is brief in Scripture, his presence in the biblical timeline carries deep symbolic and spiritual weight. In this article, we’ll explore:Who Methuselah was, including his family ties to Enoch and Noah.Where he’s mentioned in the Bible, and why...
Pray or Act? - Homeword - August 29
Pray or Act? - Homeword - August 29
Pray or Act?This devotional was written by Jim LiebeltDevote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly as I should. —Colossians 4:2-4Some years ago it was reported that seconds after the kickoff in a memorable soccer match between the Corinthians and Rio Preto at...
7 Scriptures and Prayers for People Who Suffer from Panic Attacks
7 Scriptures and Prayers for People Who Suffer from Panic Attacks
As a girl who is prone to anxiety and battles bouts of depression, I understand and can sympathize when the stress rises and turns into a full-blown panic attack. It can be alarming and scary when you begin to feel that inner heat flood from your racing heart, producing sweaty palms, trembling limbs, and a tightness in your chest, making it hard to catch your breath.The last time I had a panic attack, I was...
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