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If God Is Good, Why Is There So Much Suffering?

One of the most common questions asked by believers, skeptics, and seekers alike is this: “If God is good and all-powerful, why doesn’t He do something about evil?” It’s a fair question. Every day we see wars, violence, abuse, corruption, … Continue reading

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Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

“Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.”Proverbs 17:3 (NLT) Nobody enjoys being tested. We would all prefer smooth roads, easy victories, and comfortable circumstances. Yet throughout Scripture, we discover that God often uses … Continue reading

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Search Me, O God

“Search me, O God, and know my heart;test me and know my anxious thoughts.Point out anything in me that offends You,and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”Psalm 139:23-24 (NLT) These may be some of the most courageous words … Continue reading

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The Secret to Health, Strength, and Wisdom

We live in a culture that celebrates self-confidence, self-reliance, and self-promotion. We are encouraged to trust ourselves, follow our hearts, and believe in our own wisdom. Yet the book of Proverbs offers a completely different path to a healthy and … Continue reading

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The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” — Proverbs 1:7 For many years, one of my favorite spiritual habits has been reading through the Book of Proverbs every month. Since Proverbs … Continue reading

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Every Good Thing I Have Comes From You

“Every good thing I have comes from You.” — Psalm 16:2 (NLT) One of the healthiest things a person can do is remember where their blessings come from. In a culture that constantly tells us to celebrate ourselves, promote ourselves, … Continue reading

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Don’t Let Anger Drive

“Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” – Psalm 4:4 (NLT) Anger is a powerful emotion. Sometimes it rises because of injustice, betrayal, frustration, hurt, exhaustion, or disappointment. The Bible does not say … Continue reading

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Your Failure Is Not the End

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is this: failure does not have to be final. Some people think that one major mistake disqualifies them forever. One moral failure. One season of weakness. One bad decision. One denial … Continue reading

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“The Spirit Is Willing, But the Body Is Weak”

One of the most honest statements Jesus ever made about human nature was spoken in the Garden of Gethsemane just before His arrest: “Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is … Continue reading

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Lessons From David and Bathsheba

Few stories in the Bible are as honest, painful, and sobering as the story of David and Bathsheba. It is a story of temptation, adultery, deception, abuse of power, tragedy, repentance, and ultimately, the mercy of God. David was called … Continue reading

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