New for September

Strength for the Hard Thing: That’s Daddy!

Perhaps you’ve been there — all alone, maybe even afraid. The outlook seems so bleak, the path forward so dark and uncertain. Suddenly, somebody comes along and just their presence brightens the path ahead and gives you strength. Such relief! Joshua was faced with an overwhelming...

Three Encouraging Truths About Suffering and Glory

If you are a Christian, you need not fear or dread suffering. In fact, when suffering is one day viewed from the perspective of your future in eternal glory, you will be thankful for it. Please don’t misunderstand. No one enjoys suffering, or seeks out suffering,...

The Essential Grip: Clinging to Christ When Tempted to Let Go

Imagine you and a friend decide to go free climbing on the rock-face of a very steep mountain. You want a maximum thrill. It’s just the two of you and some rope, just in case of an emergency. Your friend ascends to the first plateau, ties...

How Forgiven Are We?

If you believe in Christ, you are as forgiven as you can possibly be. There is no other sacrifice for sins than what Christ has provided through his death on the cross. Below are select Bible passages to help you remember and appreciate the pardon believers...