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An offering, because it is voluntary, is determined by each person “in his heart.” It should be a reflection of the abundance we have received, and given with the intent to be a blessing and honor God. “Honor the Lord with your possessions,...

Events like 9/11 and the Danish cartoon controversy leave Western Christians scratching their heads at best, or loathsome of Muslim people at worst. Part One of a two-part article explores some of our common misconceptions.

It can be confusing to know what qualifies as verbal abuse and what is simply unkind or rude language. Here are five clear signs of verbal abuse in marriage, how that is different than emotional abuse and how the Bible says we are to respond when...

Every minute I spend thinking about doing one of the things on my to-do list tightens my chest, and I find myself trying to breathe under a 100-pound weight.

The Bible provides plenty of good reasons to give freely and frequently, so why does that deep-rooted fear still lurk, stopping us from being as generous as we’d like to be?

To help your son thrive, take a look at how much technology your son uses, and of what quality it is.

Though complete and utter unity in the church will only be realized in heaven, there are goals to strive for while we are here on this earth. By breaking down walls and sharing burdens the church can continue healing.

Attempting to describe America as a Christian nation causes you to think of Christianity from a nationalistic point of view. Here is the problem. God doesn’t save nations, he saves individuals. 

The Bible has a lot to say about feeling lonely and its opposite, feeling connected. But before we get to that, let’s take a closer look at loneliness and the effect it has on us.

Boys are often taught to ignore their emotions and not cry or be too aggressive when angry. Emotions are part of reactions, even in being courageous. A gut feeling can motivate a boy to help. Ask a boy how they really feel and listen when they...

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, another promise of a harvest, this time as a new...

This Easter message explains how everyone needs love, forgiveness, transformation, strength, community and a mission worthy of this life and the life to come. Sometimes Christianity and the church are barriers to these pursuits. But when the...

With all these potential issues that can arise from overthinking, even several at once, surely our loving Father seeks a better way for us.

Hospitality means making people feel welcome. You can welcome people into your life in all kinds of ways! And the blessing of embracing someone doesn't quickly fade! Serving the Lord together is absolutely a calling every married couple has on...

Crosswalk editors embark upon an in-depth discussion of Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials, the 2007 movie The Golden Compass, and the forthcoming HBO series His Dark Materials.

If you had to pick a single who epitomizes what it means to stand for Christ, the name Rebecca St. James quickly springs to mind. Often referred to as "the voice of her generation," the 26 year old has consistently used her platform to challenge...