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What Is the Meaning of Recompense in the Bible and How Does God Display It?
Throughout the Bible, recompense has various meanings, some in a favorable sense and some in an unfavorable sense. This same word can be translated as repayment, benefit, compensation, retaliation, requital, or reward (among...
How We Can Learn from Early Christians' Efforts to Prove the Relevance of God's Love Through Their Compassion
When early Christians saw someone suffering, they intervened personally in the power of the Lord in a way that met felt needs to meet spiritual needs. They embraced every problem, every pain, every challenge as an invitation to prove the relevance...
9/11 and the Six-Month Anniversary of the Pandemic: How to Find the Help and Hope We Need Today
Humans fly planes into buildings. Humans die from viruses they did not know existed a few months ago. Leaders can work to make our lives better, but they cannot give us what we need most: hope for the present and for eternity that only God offers.
When We Love Them, We Love Him - UpWords - March 1
Day 358: Revelation 15:1–8
Day 348: Revelation 3:1–6
What Does Heaven Look Like? Answers from Scripture
"I think heaven is at least one million times better than the best cruise in the world!" says Zachary, 9. Maybe this is why cruise ships are so popular. Deep in our hearts, we know there’s a perfect place.
David Barton defends his interpretation of John Adams and the Holy Ghost
David Barton is on the defensive for his interpretation of John Adams' view of the Holy Spirit. Is his defense convincing?
If Your Family Has Attitudes This Time of Year, Use the Beatitudes to Stay in Good Cheer
Dreading upcoming family gatherings for the holidays? This reading of the Beatitudes just might quell your attitudes.
Living by God’s Sovereignty, Not by Luck or Chance - 17 Verses to Remind Us of His Favor
St. Patrick's life is a great reminder, God fills our lives with purpose, and gives blessing and favor over our days...
Day 287: Acts 24:22–27
Living by God’s Sovereignty, Not by Luck or Chance - 17 Verses to Remind Us of His Favor
St. Patrick's life is a great reminder, God fills our lives with purpose, and gives blessing and favor over our days...
Day 4: 1 Samuel 1:1–8
Iran’s Top General Says Wiping Israel Off the Map Is Achievable: The Surprising Location of the World’s Fastest-Growing Church
“This sinister regime must be wiped off the map and this is no longer ... a dream (but) it is an achievable goal.” This was the declaration of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps commander, Gen. Hossein Salami. He added that his country has “managed...
Chiefs and 49ers Will Play in Super Bowl LIV: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Cultural Leverage of Excellence
American is celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today, so it's possible you are wondering why I am leading today's column with football. Here’s what the teams who competed yesterday and Dr. King have in common: they illustrate...
Seasons of Hardship Create Space to be Closer to our Creator - iBelieve Truth: A Devotional for Women - February 25, 2025
Instead of racking your brain with how to work things out, sit still in His presence, hands open, giving God your angst.
What Was the Crucifixion of Jesus? Facts about His Death on the Cross
The Crucifixion of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. All of Scripture leads up to this pinnacle moment in the history of humanity. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, gave His life in order to defeat the deadly consequences of sin . . ....
Day 81: 1 Kings 1:32–48
Where Does the Bible Say 'For Unto You Is Born this Day in the City of David a Savior Who Is Christ the Lord'?
How did the shepherds respond when angels told them, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord"?
8 Reasons Why I Believe That Jesus Rose from the Dead - Desiring God - Week of 4/15