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Your faith is a metaphorical shield that truly works to defend you against enemy attack. Learn what the Bible says about how to take up and wear your shield of faith—and claim victory!

However way you choose to give your vows on your wedding day, the focus shouldn’t be on what style but what is said and meant in one’s heart. Even the simple statements of “I do,” “till death do us part,” and “from this day forward” are...

Isaiah’s vision predicted the terrible fall and captivity of God’s people. Yet his response to God was, “Here I am!” When we truly know God and are willing to serve Him, the details of the mission don’t matter.

What if the benediction is not simply a fancy prayer, but a profound act of empowerment and sending? What if the benediction actually declares a reality for your lives, a reality bestowed upon you in that moment? If so, it might just be something...

Our lives on earth are meant to bring glory to God, so we should be wary of the company we keep and remain focused on the mission.

Confession is an everyday process. We are adopted into the family of God when we freely receive the gift of salvation. God has purposefully placed us in families and communities because He knows it is not good for us to be alone. There are sins we...

The wonderful thing about the power of Shekinah Glory in your life is that it is not reserved for certain people or certain places. Because the Holy Spirit lives inside you, there is access to God’s power and God’s presence every moment of the...

Whether you like it or not, she is part of your family, so treat her as such. Share pictures of her child with her, and send updates and stories of things going on. Go out of your way to include her as much as you can.

Google will never be a substitute for God. Our family or spouse will never have all the answers. Our education and human wisdom will only take us so far. Our sole source of hope, strength, and truth must be the Lord. We know His voice through...

Isn’t it fascinating that the defining mark of your discipleship is not what you say but how you love? Your love of Jesus is not displayed by how you argue, who you vote for, or even what angers you. The greatest example and proof that we can...

If only I could pack a few extra hours into each day—make that twelve, then perhaps I could maintain some semblance of sanity when everything around me turns chaotic.

While Mark likely never traveled with Jesus, the Bible makes it clear that he was familiar with him. Jesus likely visited his home while in Jerusalem. And it is certain that the early church used his home as a meeting place. In addition to his...

We don’t need to be alone to feel lonely. Sometimes a crowd intensifies our sense of isolation. That’s probably one reason why so many experience dejection, and even depression, during holidays. Loneliness targets us all from time to time as a...

Prayer is a wonderful way to prepare your heart to receive the true blessings of Christmas. Here are some prayers for you to enjoy on Christmas Eve.

Spiritual disciplines are regular, biblical practices that help individuals spiritually grow and cultivate a deeper connection with God. So, what are these practices, and how do we master each?

If we perceive that a person, especially our other half, is the enemy, we may face a spiritual problem. The winning battle perspective won’t be to draw lines between our spouse and us; it will be to identify who the battle is really against - the...

When you’ve learned to trust God in many areas, verses are more than ‘quotes’ to you. But they may not be as well-received by others until you’re willing to commit them to your life in practical ways.