Life, Hope & Truth Blog

How to Be a Better Christian

by Erik Jones
August 31, 2022 • 9 minute read

Do you consider yourself a mediocre Christian? Do you feel like your Christianity is more of a label than a way of life? How can you be a better Christian?

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are of Good Report”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
August 29, 2022 • 8 minute read

The sixth point in Philippians 4:8 is to think on things “of good report.” We all love good news, but is there more to this than focusing on the positive?

3 Reasons I Don’t Believe in Darwin’s Theory of Evolution

by Isaac Khalil
August 26, 2022 • 5 minute read

For many, the theory of evolution is an accepted fact of life’s origin. But not everyone accepts it as fact. What are some reasons to reject the theory of Darwinian evolution?

The Meaning of 2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord Is Not Slack Concerning His Promise”?

by Kendrick Diaz
August 24, 2022 • 8 minute read

The apostle Peter’s message in 2 Peter 3:9 is rich in comfort and encouragement, though it has sometimes been misunderstood. What does 2 Peter 3:9 mean?

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are Lovely”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
August 22, 2022 • 7 minute read

The fifth point in Philippians 4:8 is “things that are lovely.” How can we focus on things of beauty without being blind to all the ugliness in today’s world?

How to Think Positively When Depressed

by Tom Clark
August 17, 2022 • 6 minute read

We all experience bouts of depression at times—some of us more than others. Are there any strategies that can help us think more positively when we feel depressed?

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are Pure”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
August 15, 2022 • 7 minute read

The fourth meditation point in Philippians 4:8 is purity. How can we focus on purity when a Pandora’s box of impurity is constantly at our fingertips?

Is It Wrong for a Man to Have Long Hair?

by Erik Jones
August 10, 2022 • 12 minute read

Throughout history, most men have worn their hair short. But is there a biblical reason for this? What does the Bible say about men having long hair?

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are Just”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
August 8, 2022 • 7 minute read

As the Philippians 4:8 list continues, we are told to meditate on what is just. In the face of divergent definitions of justice, how are we to apply this?

How to Pray Better

by Tom Clark
August 5, 2022 • 5 minute read

Is regular prayer difficult for you? Do you want to improve your prayers to God? This blog post shares practical keys to help you pray better.

How to Overcome Laziness

by Kendrick Diaz
August 3, 2022 • 9 minute read

Many people struggle to overcome laziness. Is there any biblical method for winning the battle against laziness? How can you stop being lazy?

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are Noble”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
August 1, 2022 • 8 minute read

The second concept for meditation in Philippians 4:8 can be challenging since nobility is so hard to find today. How do we meditate on what is noble?