Many Christians struggle with doubts and questions about their salvation. They may wonder if they are truly saved or if they have done enough to earn God’s grace. While it’s normal to have some doubts occasionally, ongoing questioning of one’s salvation can lead to anxiety, fear, and a lack of assurance. The Bible offers guidance on how to find confidence in your salvation and stop constantly second-guessing it. Remember that salvation is by grace through faith, not works The Bible clearly teaches that we are saved by God’s grace, not by our own good works (Ephesians 2:8-9). No one can…
Author: Nicole Sands
Jesus is undoubtedly one of the most influential figures in human history. Billions of people around the world revere Him in some way. But who exactly is Jesus according to the Bible? The Bible teaches that Jesus is the Son of God who came to Earth to save humanity from sin and death. He lived a sinless life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose from the dead three days later. Here are some key things the Bible says about who Jesus is: Jesus is God The Bible affirms that Jesus is fully God. He claimed equality with…
The phrase “my cup runneth over” comes from Psalm 23:5 which says, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.” This poetic verse uses the metaphor of an overflowing cup to describe the abundant blessings, provision, and care that God faithfully gives His people. Here are 9000 words explaining what it means when the Bible says “my cup runneth over”: The 23rd Psalm is one of the most well-known and beloved passages in the entire Bible. This psalm was written by King David and it expresses his…
The town of Nain is mentioned only once in the Bible, in Luke 7:11-17. Yet this single reference contains profound truths about Jesus’ compassion and power over death. The account begins by stating that Jesus and his disciples were approaching the town gate of Nain, with a large crowd following them. At that same time, a funeral procession was coming out of the town – a widow had lost her only son and was accompanying his body to the burial site. When Jesus saw the widow, he was filled with compassion. He told her not to weep, then touched the…
Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophy founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium around 300 BC. The philosophy emphasizes living a virtuous life by accepting things outside of one’s control and being free from negative emotions such as anger, anxiety and grief. The central teachings of Stoicism revolve around developing self-control and resilience to overcome destructive emotions and external events. Stoics believe that becoming indifferent to both pain and pleasure leads to clear judgment and inner calm. They strive to live in harmony with nature and divine reason, accepting what cannot be changed while working to change what is within…
Sexual brokenness is a common human struggle stemming from the fall of man in Genesis 3. When sin entered the world, it corrupted all aspects of human nature and relationships, including sexuality. The Bible speaks openly about sexual brokenness and offers hope and healing through faith in Jesus Christ. At the root of sexual brokenness is the problem of idolatry. When we look to sex to find our identity, security, or fulfillment more than we look to God, we engage in idolatry. Sex becomes our functional savior rather than Jesus. This idolatry manifests itself through lust, pornography addiction, same-sex attraction,…
Godly wisdom, as described in the Bible, is the wisdom that comes from God and is based on His truth and righteousness. At its core, godly wisdom recognizes that true wisdom begins with reverence for God and obedience to His commands (Proverbs 1:7; 9:10). Some key characteristics of godly wisdom include: Godly Wisdom Comes from God The source of godly wisdom is God Himself. It is not something we can obtain through human effort or intelligence alone. Rather, it is given by God to those who earnestly seek Him: “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who…
The celebration known as Mardi Gras has its origins in the Christian liturgical calendar. The name Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday,” referring to the practice of indulging in rich, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday. The timing of Lent, a period of fasting and repentance in preparation for Easter, is derived from the dates associated with the Passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter Sunday is the first Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox, which lands on different dates each year. Lent begins 40 days…
Repentance is an important biblical concept that is central to understanding salvation. At its core, repentance refers to a change of mind and heart in response to the convicting work of the Holy Spirit, turning away from sin and turning toward God. The Bible makes clear that repentance involves remorse over sin, confession of sin, and a resolved commitment to forsake sin and instead obey God. True repentance involves both the mind and the will – it is more than just feeling sorry for sin, but requires determined action to change. There are numerous verses throughout Scripture that emphasize the…
The story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath is found in 1 Kings 17 in the Old Testament. It takes place during the reign of King Ahab in Israel, who did evil in the sight of the Lord. Elijah was a prophet of God who declared that there would be no rain or dew except by his word, because of the sins of Ahab and Israel. This resulted in a severe famine in the land. God instructed Elijah to go to the brook Cherith, where he drank from the brook and was fed by ravens. After some time the…