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Thinking, biblical Christians can certainly disagree about Syria. And do. But the foundational consideration is whether war is ever just for those who are called by Scripture to be peacemakers.

No matter what others believe—no matter how they treat us or what their religious beliefs say about who we are—Jesus calls us to love them as we love ourselves.

In Psalm 118, we read a number of memorable verses that are often quoted within Christian communities, including verse 24. “This is the day the Lord has made; let’s rejoice and be glad in it.”

We can learn the importance of faith in our lives as we read the book of Hebrews. Faith is our response in our minds, will, emotions, and behavior to the revelation of God to us. It doesn’t mean that we will receive what we promised when we think...

So often, when believers reach that stage of over-stimulated, over-informed, overworked burnout, they go a step further and add an extra weight to their already weary shoulders—guilt.

"If Christ is coming soon, why care about the environment? If Christ is coming soon, why worry about the future of our children, grandchildren, or beyond? If Christ is coming soon, why care about anyone else who does not subscribe to my precise...

Don’t be stingy with your stuffing. Don’t be tight with your turkey legs. Generously serve without grumbling. When considering how to host this Thanksgiving, you might be inspired by Abigail (who we read about in 1 Samuel 25).

No more isolation. No more lonely trips to the well. Because of Jesus, the one who was once an outcast now receives the gift of belonging. The Gift of Belonging is for YOU!

The Book of Revelation addresses seven letters to seven churches in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey) (Revelation 2-3). Each letter, as proclaimed by Jesus and recorded by John the Apostle, declares the triumphs and failings of the recipient churches...

We cannot love our neighbors if we are not seeking to understand our neighbors. If we are not curious about the experiences of others from different backgrounds than ours, we will find ourselves pursuing relationships that support our limited...

A day in Thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness (Psalm 84:10). Do I recognize the presence of God in my life?

Jesus recognized women as on par with men by embracing their fellowship, support, and witness. Notably, whereas rabbis of the time refused to teach women the Bible, Jesus taught the Word of God to all of His followers regardless of gender.

We fight for family by waging peace. We don't talk bad about each other – that is criticism – and it destroys the church's peace. We address problems face to face – that is, feedback – and build the church's peace.

As you know, when you drive a car you cannot drive forward if all you do is look through the rearview mirror. Eventually you will crash. The rearview mirror is designed for you to peek into briefly. This is why it is so important that you deal...

The question is often asked, "don't Christians need the insights of the social sciences, especially those of psychology, to find peace and happiness in their lives, particularly if they are to solve the really deep problems of the psyche...