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The Great Story of the Bible Is Not About Going to...

What if we've misunderstood God's promises about heaven — that instead of us going to be with him there, he is going to bring heaven to us, here?

Yes, God Does Care: Praying Through Despair With Psalm 88

The Bible shows us that God cares about our mental health — and nowhere is that clearer than in Psalm 88, a dark prayer with no positive ending.

Ametathetos: Unlocking Dynamic Communion With Our Unchanging God and Each Other

Ametathetos doesn't only mean God is unchanging — it means he's dependable, and he doesn't disappear when we falter.

8 Types of Love and What They Reveal About God

Understanding these eight types of love helps us not just build healthier relationships but also reveal more of how God shares His perfect love with us.

Who We’re Praying to When We Say ‘Our Father’

When Jesus taught his disciples to pray, it matters that he didn’t begin with lofty divine titles, but with two simple words: Our Father.

The Kingdom and the Cross: Understanding Jesus’ Ministry and Mission

Many find it hard to integrate Jesus’ life and teachings with his death on the cross — but both were needed to declare and establish the kingdom of God.

The Courageous Women of the Exodus Story

Every person has a role to play in God’s kingdom. Here's how he used the courageous women of Exodus to advance his cosmic, salvific plan.

From Death to Life: A Look at Paul’s Argument in Ephesians...

In Ephesians 2, Paul articulates not only a theology of grace but also what it means for us to be alive and already in heaven in Jesus the Messiah.

The Least-Read Bible Verses of 2025 — and Why They Matter

They might not be as flashy as the top verses, but all of Scripture is God-breathed — so what can we learn from the least-read Bible verses of 2025?

Not Forsaken: The Upper and Lower Story of Matthew 27:46

Why does Jesus say on the cross that God has forsaken him? The answer lies in the rest of the Psalm that he's quoting.

‘Be Strong and Courageous’ Is Not an Inspirational Hurrah. It’s a Command

God's command in Joshua 1:9 to be strong and courageous means taking the risk of trusting in God's presence.

How the Old Testament’s Messianic Prophecies Point to Jesus

Christians say the prophet Isaiah foretold that the Messiah would be born of a virgin — but critics argue that's based on a mistranslation. Who is right?

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