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4 Characteristics of Good and Lasting Friendships

By Le Ann Trees | October 12, 2026

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.

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The Third Day He Rose Again from the Dead — The Apostles’ Creed, Articles of Faith 5 and 6

By Campbell Markham | January 31, 2024

“The third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.” What is the meaning of the 5th and 6th articles of the Apostles’ Creed?

8 Covenants in the Bible and What They Mean for You Personally Today

By Le Ann Trees | January 30, 2024

God always keeps his promises. Here is a brief explanation of the 8 significant covenants of the Bible—and what each one means for you personally today.

2 Kinds of Covenants in the Bible You Need to Know

By Le Ann Trees | January 29, 2024

What are the two main kinds of biblical covenants and how do they help us make sense of the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation?

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When God Doesn’t Tell Us Why

By Daniel Rowlands | June 17, 2026

Why does God sometimes allow suffering that seems to have no explanation? The stories of Job and the man born blind help us find confidence in God when the answers don’t come.

Does Satan Know Our Thoughts?

By BCL | April 29, 2026

When temptations confront us in moments of weakness, it can feel as though Satan knows our thoughts. Is this true?

How Do We Cast Our Burdens on Jesus?

By Campbell Markham | April 11, 2026

The Bible urges us to take our burdens and to put them into Jesus’ hands. How exactly do we cast our cares upon Jesus?

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