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What Does It Mean to Be Adopted into God’s Family?

By Le Ann Trees | April 20, 2026

In Christ, believers are adopted into God’s family as his beloved children. Our adoption is not fragile or uncertain. It is precious, permanent, and perfect.

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3 Reasons Why Christians Should Lay “R.I.P.” to Rest

By Nick Batzig | October 29, 2022

It has become commonplace for Christians to use the shorthand “R.I.P.” (rest in peace) on social media when speaking of individuals in whose lives there was no evidence of saving grace at their death. Here are several reasons why believers should be troubled by this occurrence.

3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Calling a Biblical Counselor

By Joshua Waulk | October 26, 2022

It’s not all that uncommon to read someone’s account of failed biblical counseling efforts. While counselors are, of course, fallible, a counselee needs to have real interest in pursuing gospel-driven, Christ-centered change.

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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.

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