Commands to Obey: The Gospel’s Call to Action

Israel was successful. By God’s power, they conquered their foes in Canaan. The young nation then enjoyed in the glory of God and indulged itself in the luxurious Promise Land that flowed with milk and honey. They faithfully served the LORD. In Joshua 24:31 it says, “Israel served the LORD all the days of Joshua and all the days of the elders who survived Joshua, and had ...

Godly Mothers

Mothers shape the hearts of children long before the world ever sees their influence. Behind many faithful men and women in Scripture stood mothers who feared God, trusted His promises, and sacrificed greatly for their families. As we reflect upon godly mothers, we are reminded that motherhood is not simply about providing meals, rides, and routines. I...

There are moments in life when doing the right thing seems to make life harder instead of easier. That was true for the prophet Jeremiah. He was faithful to God, yet he still suffered greatly because of it. In Jeremiah 19–20, we get a glimpse into the heart of a weary servant of God.

The same challenge existed in the churches of Galatia. Paul told the saints in Gala...

The church in Thessalonica was a great congregation, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3.

As the apostle Paul wrote to them, he reminded them of their work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope in the Lord.  This congregation believed the words of the apostle as being the word of God, 1 Thessalonians 2:13. Paul wrote, “For this reason we also thank God without ceasing, b...

“The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointe...