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7 Reasons Why God Makes a “Crook” in a Christian’s Lot

By BCL / November 18, 2024

“Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked?” (Eccles. 7:13). Here are seven reasons why God allows various afflictions, also known as “crooks,” in the lives of his children.

What Does It Mean to “Put Off the Old Self” and “Put On the New Self”? — Ephesians 4:20-24

By BCL / November 6, 2024

All who are in Christ have the benefits of justification and sanctification. What does this mean, and what is Paul saying about the “old self” and the “new self” in Ephesians 4:20-24?

12 Wonderful Responsibilities God Has Given to Men

By BCL / October 7, 2024

Here are 12 wonderful responsibilities God has given to men.

Should Christians Hang Out with Sinners Like Jesus Did?

By BCL / September 30, 2024

Sadly, we all know people who got mixed up in the wrong crowd and went south. Should Christians hang out with sinners like Jesus did?

What Is Colossians 3:18–4:1 Saying about Submission within Family and Society?

By BCL / September 26, 2024

Talk about wives submitting, kids obeying, and servants serving, and controversy is likely to follow. What is the apostle Paul saying in Colossians 3:18-4:1 about submission within family and society?

3 Petitions of the Serenity Prayer

By BCL / August 27, 2024

What are some of the Bible passages that likely inspired the writing of the beloved Serenity Prayer?

What Is the Difference Between the Law and the Gospel?

By BCL / August 26, 2024

Every Christian should have a clear understanding regarding the difference between the law and the gospel. Here is a brief explanation.

Are Red Letters Better?

By BCL / August 15, 2024

Some Bible translations print the words Jesus spoke out loud in red letters, which may lead people to think that those parts of Scripture are more important than others. Is this true?

10 Facts about Sarah from the Book of Genesis That Will Encourage Your Faith

By BCL / August 12, 2024

Sarah had to wait until she was in her nineties to give birth to her first child, Isaac. We can learn much from Sarah about walking in faith in God’s promises.