It’s one thing to believe that the righteousness of Jesus can be credited to our account before a holy God, but it’s another to keep on living with that in mind when we find ourselves sin…

Inner peace is much more than just a sense of well-being. Its basis is what Paul calls “the Gospel of peace.” This good news gives us assurance of a future that will transcend our daily t…

The devil takes aim at any believer who takes the Gospel to another person. Only by having the peace of God can a believer withstand the attacks of Satan, both subtle and overt. We must learn more fr…

Christians have a defense to ward off Satan’s fiery darts. We can use what the Apostle Paul calls “the shield of faith.” But how do we use this piece of the armor of God, and how do…

Flaming arrows of doubt sometimes come our way, challenging our faith and making us question if God is truly good. We need the shield of faith to deflect these arrows, but how are we supposed to use …

Someone has said, “What you think, you are.” We must protect our minds from the devil’s attacks. And the helmet of salvation is what we need when doubts arise about our status as Go…

It’s tough to grow in the Christian life without the assurance that you are a child of God. Some say salvation can be lost, regained, and then lost again. There’s no assurance there! Let&…

All who call on the name of Christ are in a lifelong battle. That’s why we have been given the armor of God: five pieces for self-defense, and one weapon for offense against Satan. That weapon …

Believers are told to wield the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. It’s not just a book. It has power, and it’s the means God uses to open closed hearts to the Gospel. Let&rsq…

The race of life is a lot easier when others run with you. The local church is where deep needs can best be met. Yes, there will be struggles, but the church is the place God designed for us to exper…

The race of life is most productive when everyone fulfills his or her God-given role. Romans 12 lists the spiritual gifts God gives to make fulfilling that role a joy, not a burden. If you are a Chri…

Some people want to live solely within the four walls of a church, fearing to go out. But God calls us to display the love of Jesus and proclaim the good news outside of the church. Are we interested…

When believers display God’s character traits, the world will see them helping each other, not jostling for advantage. They’ll see true fellowship, where the needs of others take priority…

Involvement in a local church might be the best medicine you could ever take. It provides help and support when you need it most, and you have the privilege of helping others too! But how exactly doe…

William Booth founded the Salvation Army. Nearing death, his last message to an annual conference came in a telegram with one word: “others.” What will be your final words? What is your l…

As we live for Christ, the clock is advancing, and as Paul says, “Our salvation is nearer than when we first believed.” As this age draws to a close, the clock is ticking ever louder. Let…

As believers in Christ, “We’re in the army now.” Civilian life is over, as we are under the Lord’s command. It’s time to assess our gifts, find our places in God’s…

You would never find a more unlikely convert to the Christian faith. Saul was intent on capturing and killing as many believers as possible. That all changed one day when Saul the Pharisee found hims…

A blinding light surrounded an enemy of Jesus, and this enemy surrendered without a struggle. Saul became Paul after his miraculous conversion, but reputations die hard. It took some time before this…

Like salmon swimming upstream, living the Christian life goes against the flow of culture. You can’t help but encounter adversity. Suffering for Christ is not a popular topic, but it is what be…

Paul wrote to Philippian believers while he was in Roman chains. His counsel is blunt: “it is given to us to believe in Jesus and also to suffer for His sake.” Many Christians like the ab…