The Weekly Focal Point Archives

The biblical virtue of perseverance is often misunderstood as a passive waiting game, but in reality it's about exercising strength and persistence...

The Bible presents a counterintuitive approach to decision-making, urging believers to choose righteously and let their emotions follow, rather...

As we pray and worship, it's easy to fall into the trap of empty phrases, but Jesus warns us that true devotion requires more than just words - it...

As Christians, we often prioritize the approval of others over pleasing God, but what happens when our earthly praise is met with heavenly...

As we navigate life's challenging paths, we can learn valuable lessons from the Israelites' experience in the desert, where God's promise of relief...

As Christians, we are called to live for Christ in a world that is hostile to our faith and values, and it's only through perseverance and trust in...

The concept of hell is often trivialized or avoided by Christians, but its biblical teachings on sin's eternal consequences offer a sobering...

A renewed vocabulary and edifying talk are possible through a daily growth in righteousness, but only when the heart is advancing in Christ and...

Living with "no regrets" may seem like a desirable state, but Christians are called to acknowledge remorse for past sins and look forward to the...

The Bible warns of the tragic reality of "forgetting God," where even those called by his name neglect their Creator and Redeemer. By prioritizing...

The concept of confession in the Bible is often misunderstood, with many people mistakenly equating it to modern apologies. In reality, true...

The Bible teaches that our volition should take charge of our emotions, allowing us to make decisions based on reason rather than fleeting...

As the end times approach, God's word warns of a great apostasy that will lead to a loss of true biblical faith in Jesus, prompting society to mock...

The natural world holds a profound message of God's glory and greatness, yet many fail to recognize its significance as a catalyst for worship. By...

Trusting in God's sovereignty does not mean living a life of complacency, but rather a life of passionate dedication to serving Him. By combining...