EXPLORE ALL ARTICLES HERE

I Believe in the Forgiveness of Sins — The Apostles’ Creed, Article of Faith 10

By Campbell Markham | August 21, 2024

The author of a large part of the Bible did some desperately wicked things. I’m talking about David, Israel’s greatest general and king, and author of at least seventy-three of the Psalms. What can we learn about God’s forgiveness from the life of David?

It’s Chemistry! Practical Advice for Protecting Your Marriage from an Affair

By Le Ann Trees | August 16, 2024

When an extramarital affair starts, it’s likely that sexual chemistry ignited the fuse. Here’s some practical advice for protecting your marriage—and the marriages of others—from an affair.

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?

Dunking, Sprinkling, or Pouring: Is There a Preferred Mode of Baptism?

By R. Scott Clark | August 14, 2024

Some Christians have never seen any other mode of baptism except immersion (dunking). Yet, what about sprinkling or pouring? Is there a preferred mode for baptizing Christians?

4 Characteristics of Good and Lasting Friendships

By Le Ann Trees | August 13, 2024

We need friends who are there for us over the years. Here are some key characteristics of friendships I treasure that have stood the test of time.

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.

10 Words Every Christian Should Know (and Be Able to Explain)

By BCL | August 9, 2024

Here are 10 words every Christian should know—and be able to explain—in order to “be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15).

The Savior Wounds Us, Then Heals Us — Genesis 42-44

By Campbell Markham | August 8, 2024

In Genesis 42 Joseph’s brothers are pleading for his help. Yet, instead of joyfully throwing his arms around his brothers, Joseph initiates a long and difficult trial for them. Why?

Asking For a Friend: How Do You Love a Jerk?

By bcladmin | August 7, 2024

It’s easy to love someone who’s quiet, meek, and kind—no problem. But the person who annoys us and pushes all our buttons? The selfish and insensitive clod? How do you love a jerk?

FIND ARTICLES BY CATEGORY

EDITOR'S PICKS

Does God Want Deaconesses in the Church?

By Le Ann Trees | January 21, 2026

What does the Bible teach about whether women should hold the office of deacon or the title of deaconess in the church?

2 Easy Ways to Integrate Prayer into Daily LIfe

By Ayrian Yasar | November 7, 2025

Here are two simple things you can start doing today to integrate prayer into daily life.

Justice and Mercy United in Christ

By Daniel Rowlands | January 23, 2025

If we want to understand the depth of God’s mercy in Christ Jesus, we need a true understanding of the condition of sinful humankind.

Surfers+Roth+HERO

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTERS!

We have two newsletters to encourage you in your faith:

In our monthly newsletter, our editors share their thoughts on a specific Christian topic with links to our latest pieces from that month!

Our daily feature article newsletter sends the article of the day directly to your inbox!