Lisa Loraine Baker
Author of Someplace to Be Somebody
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How Does a Friend Love at All Times?
Jesus added weight to our understanding of what a true friend is when He said, “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13). Isn’t that the...Monday, April 22, 2024
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7 Christian Influencers for Believers of All Ages
We can define an influencer as someone whose presence or brand is so pervasive that millions of others follow them and their work, desire to emulate them or, if possible, be included in their inner...Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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What Is the New Jerusalem?
The Apostle John's vision in Revelation of the Holy City, the New Jerusalem, has sparked many debates over the years. So what does the Bible say about this city, and why has it created so much...Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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How Did the Geneva Bible Change Christianity?
What made the Geneva Bible a landmark in Bible translations?Monday, April 1, 2024
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9 Simple yet Powerful Tips to Help Your Kids Love Church
Everything you do will involve time and effort, but as your child grows in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus, their interest will also grow, and you may be blessed with an eager believer...Friday, March 15, 2024
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12 Warning Signs That Politics Are Becoming an Idol
An old adage states there are two things a polite conversation never includes—religion and politics. But in the past forty-five years, religion and politics have meshed to the point of syncretism....Monday, February 26, 2024
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How Are Women Uniquely Equipped to Serve the Church?
If we all take a good look at what is happening within our churches, we’ll most likely hear, read about, and see groups of women focused on numerous tasks. Both women’s and men’s activities within...Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Where in the Bible is Jesus' Prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Each gospel gives us a slightly different angle on Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. Looking at what each gospel says and what Jesus said in his prayer, we learn something vital about...Thursday, February 15, 2024
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What Is Tenebrae, and Why Do Some Christians Celebrate It?
Depending on what church you attended growing up, you may not have any idea what is Tenebrae or where it comes from. Here's what you need to know, and what it means for Holy Week.Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Do Christians Have to Get Married in a Church?
We are the church, so true believers always get married “in” the church no matter the location of the ceremony (assuming a Christian couple would not choose a questionable site). Weddings...Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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5 Prayers for God’s Perfect Timing
When we begin with a me-centered vision, we will always experience dissatisfaction. We expect God to answer our prayers at the moment we petition Him to fulfill our need for immediate...Friday, December 22, 2023
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Why Do the Christmas Angels Appear to Shepherds?
God is not explicit in His Word about why the shepherds were the first to receive the announcement of Jesus’ birth, but with a little digging we can find some possibilities.Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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What Is God’s Purpose for Our Family?
Family is an important concept in the Bible. God instituted family when He created Eve as a helpmeet for Adam. The rest of the Bible speaks of family in its various roles, and most important is the...Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Is Jesus Really the Only Way to Heaven?
Jesus is the only way a person will enter heaven. In these days of conformity and inclusivity, however, people rail against anything exclusive. Yes, Jesus is exclusively the only way to...Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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12 Scriptural Prayers for Joy in the Morning
Joy is listed among the fruit of the Spirit, but sometimes we feel our joy lag. God’s Word gives us much encouragement to refuel our ever-present joy. And God’s Word gives us the chance (and...Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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12 Critical Questions Jesus Asked
Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is a great listener — the best listener the world will ever know. And He continues to listen to those who surrender to Him in repentance and faith, and to...Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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10 Beautiful Prayers to Say during Your Pregnancy
You’re pregnant – congratulations! This is an emotional time of rejoicing, praying, thanksgiving, praying, planning, and praying. The repetition of praying is intentional because as with every...Monday, October 30, 2023
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What Does the Bible Say about the Harvest?
The first specific mention of harvest is Genesis 8:22, when the Lord God makes the Noahic Covenant and said “seedtime and harvest will never cease” as long as the earth remains. Another covenant,...Monday, October 23, 2023