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Derek J. Brown

Can I Date an Unbeliever?

By Derek J. Brown / August 5, 2024

The Bible is clear that Christians shouldn’t marry non-Christians, but what about dating? Is it okay for a believer to date an unbeliever?

2 Important Things to Remember about Fighting Sin—Romans 7:13-25

By Derek J. Brown / June 26, 2024

The longer I am a Christian, the more I realize how great a sinner I am. Here are two important things to remember about fighting sin from Romans 7:13-25.

5 Pieces of Friendly Advice for Recent College Graduates

By Derek J. Brown / May 30, 2024

Whether you just graduated from college or are getting close to the finish line, here are five pieces of friendly advice as you pursue your post-college vocations.

Encouragement for Battling Spiritual Depression

By Derek J. Brown / April 9, 2024

Those of us who tend toward introspection can easily drift into intense soul-searching. Here are some suggestions and encouragement for battling spiritual depression.

5 Reasons Every Christian Should Seek Assurance of Salvation

By Derek J. Brown / February 27, 2024

Plenty of Christians are content to walk through life without the sure knowledge that they belong to Christ. Why is assurance of salvation essential to genuine Christianity?

The Importance of Male Leadership in Romantic Relationships

By Derek J. Brown / January 22, 2024

Intentionality must characterize a man’s conduct with a woman during the entire relationship, not just at the beginning. What does it mean for a man to initiate and purposely pursue a romantic relationship?

2 Marks of Righteous Anger — Ephesians 4:26

By Derek J. Brown / January 10, 2024

Anger is not necessarily wrong or sinful. How should Christians view anger, and what are two marks of righteous anger?

9 Reasons You May Be in a Spiritual Drought—and How to Find Refreshment

By Derek J. Brown / January 2, 2024

At times our sense of spiritual realities can be strong and vibrant. Other times our hearts feel like lead weights. Here are some reasons you may be in a spiritual drought—and how to find refreshment.

If We Love More, Will We Be Forgiven More? — Luke 7:47

By Derek J. Brown / November 15, 2023

In Luke 7:47 Jesus says: “Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much.” What does love have to do with forgiveness in Christ?