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Why Do Most New Year’s Resolutions Fail?

by Isaac Khalil
December 29, 2025 • 5 minute read

New Year’s resolutions rarely last. How can we make changes in our lives that last more than a few weeks? HINT: It isn’t through New Year’s resolutions!

A Christmas Celebration to Remember

by André van Belkum
December 24, 2025 • 5 minute read

When I was a child, I celebrated Christmas and believed in Santa Claus. I have long since stopped keeping Christmas. Here’s why.

Is Pope Leo’s Push for Unity Positive—or Dangerous?

by Isaac Khalil
December 22, 2025 • 11 minute read

Pope Leo has advocated for unity among all Christians. What is the biblical significance of these events? Should you join in such unity?

Will China Invade Taiwan?

by Isaac Khalil
December 21, 2025 • 12 minute read

China has been pressuring Taiwan to reunify with the mainland, while Taiwan sees itself as independent from China. Why does this regional conflict matter?

Does Christmas Make Jesus Happy?

by Jeremy Lallier
December 19, 2025 • 6 minute read

With another Christmas season in full swing, have you ever wondered if the Christmas holiday actually makes Jesus happy? How can we know for sure?

The Spicy Novel Trap for Christians

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
December 15, 2025 • 9 minute read

Spicy novels are growing in popularity. Are they harmless fantasy literature, or do they offer dangerous distortions of God’s purpose for love and intimacy?

How to Honor a Parent Who Isn’t Honorable

by Cecil Maranville
December 8, 2025 • 8 minute read

The Fifth Commandment says to honor our father and mother. But how can we obey that command when our parents are abusive or otherwise dishonorable?

The Meaning of 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17: Caught Up Together in the Clouds?

by Joshua Travers
December 1, 2025 • 8 minute read

Do Paul’s words in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 support a secret rapture or a public return of Jesus Christ? Why should this passage be comforting to us?

How Thankful Are You for the Gift of Life?

by Tim Groves
November 24, 2025 • 5 minute read

We can take life for granted. But knowing how and why God gave us life should humble us and make us very thankful. What should you be thankful for about life?

Did Paul Abolish the Biblical Holy Days in Galatians 4:8-11?

by Kendrick Diaz
November 17, 2025 • 9 minute read

Many argue against keeping the biblical festivals because of Paul’s words in Galatians 4:8-11. But did Paul actually condemn them in these verses?

2 Peter 1:5-7: Spiritual Maturity Explained in Three Verses

The Meaning of 2 Peter 1:5-7: Eight Character Traits for Spiritual Maturity

by David Treybig
November 14, 2025 • 11 minute read

In his second epistle, Peter encouraged Christians to grow in spiritual maturity by building eight character traits. How can you apply these traits?

Do Not Take Away From the Word of God

by Jordan Iacobucci
November 10, 2025 • 7 minute read

God commanded us not to diminish His Word. Unfortunately, modern Christianity has failed to properly respect God’s Holy Scripture.

Just What Do You Mean … Israel?

by Isaac Khalil
November 7, 2025 • 9 minute read

Who is Israel in the Bible—the Jews, the country, the Church or another group? What does Scripture reveal about the identity of Israel?