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The Spicy Novel Trap for Christians

The Spicy Novel Trap for Christians

Eddie and Shannon Foster 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

How to Honor a Parent Who Isn’t Honorable

Cecil Maranville 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?

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

Joshua Travers 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?

How Thankful Are You for the Gift of Life?

Tim Groves 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?

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

Kendrick Diaz 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

David Treybig 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

Jordan Iacobucci 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?

Just What Do You Mean … Israel?

Isaac Khalil 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?

Do Not Add to God’s Word

Do Not Add to God’s Word

Jordan Iacobucci by Jordan Iacobucci
November 3, 2025 • 9 minute read

God instructed Israel not to “add to” or “take away from” His commandments. Yet many today have forgotten this important warning.

Halloween Horror

Halloween Horror

Mike Bennett by Mike Bennett
October 29, 2025 • 4 minute read

It can be depressing seeing all the skulls, gravestones and bodies hung by the neck—all in our neighborhood! Why do so many celebrate death and gore?

“Well, God Knows My Heart”

“Well, God Knows My Heart”

Kendrick Diaz by Kendrick Diaz
October 27, 2025 • 8 minute read

It can be easy to justify disobedience when following God comes at a cost. Why is that wrong? What would God have us do?

The United Nations at 80: Why Hasn’t It Brought World Peace?

The United Nations at 80: Why Hasn’t It Brought World Peace?

Isaac Khalil by Isaac Khalil
October 20, 2025 • 9 minute read

The United Nations was founded to address conflicts and safeguard peace. After 80 years, has it delivered? Does the Bible reveal another path to world peace?