Summary Instead of asking how little we must do to be Christians, such as whether church attendance is required, believers should ask how they can fully serve the One who saved them. Christianity is a team calling. Jesus is the Head, and every believer is a vital part of His body with gifts meant to strengthen the church. Gratitude, not obligation, should drive us to gather, grow, and contribute for God’s glory. A Revealing Question I raised financial support as a staff membe

Summary A healthy relationship with God brings peace, healing, purpose, life transformation, and even a longer life. Trusting His control reduces stress, His healing strengthens us, and His ways lead to emotional and relational health. Through Jesus, God gives abundant life and calls believers to serve His Kingdom purpose. Staying connected to Christ produces spiritual fruit, particularly love, through the Holy Spirit’s power. True Christianity is not about rules but a thrivi

Summary Perception is limited, incomplete, and often distorted by personal experience, misunderstandings, and the enemy’s lies. Only God fully knows reality, and He reveals what we truly need for relationship and obedience. Our assumptions about God and life can be wrong, leading to a false view of truth. Scripture clarifies that God defines reality, not feelings or culture, and following Christ means rejecting lies and trusting His perspective over our own. Only God Defines

Summary According to the Bible, not all people are God’s children. All humans are created by God and made in His image, but sin made us children of wrath, following our own desires. Only those who repent and believe in Jesus become adopted into God’s family through grace. Believers receive a new nature, are led by the Spirit, love others in God’s family, and become heirs with Christ, destined to become like Him forever. Is Everyone a Child of God? All squares are rectangles,

Summary Many believers feel frustrated and under-resourced in their spiritual growth, unsure of salvation, and lacking joy. The author relates to this struggle from his own early Christian experience, when emphasis was placed on performance instead of grace. Spiritual transformation takes time, imperfect but noticeable progress through Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered living. He offers two free discipleship resources designed to guide believers daily toward spiritual maturit

Summary Many prayer requests focus mainly on physical needs, but Scripture emphasizes spiritual growth and God’s purposes. The author receives requests from people he doesn’t know and encourages aligning our prayers with biblical examples from Jesus and Paul. Prayer should address physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, safety, and relational needs—centered on God’s will. Even when we lack details, we can pray that God supplies grace for every good work He intends for others

Summary Necessities like food, water, shelter, and healthcare are not enough for true satisfaction, and most people still feel unfulfilled despite having them. Research suggests meaning comes from responsibility and serving others, but Scripture reveals the deeper need: we live not by bread alone, but by God’s Word. Real contentment comes from trusting, obeying, and doing the good works God planned for us, guided by His Word and empowered by His Spirit What People Really Need

Summary Eternal destiny depends on whether we choose to worship God or persist in rebellion. By the Holy Spirit’s work, we are born again and enter God’s Kingdom through faith in Jesus. In heaven, believers will joyfully worship, feast, serve, learn, and live forever on a perfect new earth with glorified bodies and no pain or death. Those who reject God remain separated from Him forever in torment—an irreversible consequence of their choice. Your Eternal Destination What is y

Summary Followers of Jesus will face trials, but suffering is temporary. Our living hope comes from God choosing us, making us more like Jesus, and securing an eternal inheritance that cannot fade. The Holy Spirit is our guarantee now, while glory, eternal life, and Christ’s Kingdom await us. Trials test and strengthen genuine faith, proving its worth. Because God keeps our salvation and us for it, we can endure hardship with confidence and joy. Persecution Is Nothing New Peo

Summary Our choices significantly influence the long-term well-being of others—much like U.S. decisions affect the world. Parents and mentors shape lives far more than individuals shape themselves. Jesus warned against leading believers astray, calling for humble, godly influence instead of prideful hypocrisy. Spiritual mentors help others grow by allowing God to transform their thinking, behavior, and love over time. With Scripture, the Spirit’s power, and obedience, we can

Summary Taking on God-given tasks can feel intimidating, but Nehemiah shows how to face big challenges with confidence. First, do your homework by gathering information, preparing well, and discerning whether the assignment is truly from God. Even insecure people can succeed when they prepare. Second, motivate others  by identifying with the need and showing how the work honors God and brings purpose. Third, expect opposition because God’s projects always face resistance, b

Summary God expands His Kingdom not only through supporters but also through former resisters and even negative circumstances. Jesus redirected self-focused ambitions into servant leadership. Persecution and trials spread the gospel and strengthen faith. Leaders must wisely mobilize resources, avoid fruitless traditions, and pursue Spirit-led ministry. When we cast a compelling vision, indifferent people can become partners in God’s mission. We should invest our time, abiliti

Summary Weak leadership in society highlights the need for strong Christian influence. Nehemiah models effective leadership as cupbearer, builder, and governor, guiding Jerusalem’s wall restoration despite opposition. His example demonstrates that spiritual health is crucial for Christian leaders, who have the power to influence others through their relationships. Like Jerusalem’s wall, our spiritual “walls” protect us, yet can crumble through apathy, sin, and misplaced prior

Summary Some Christians feel stagnant in their faith, but the Holy Spirit empowers obedience and transforms our spiritual passion. Pentecost shows the Spirit purifies hearts, ignites praise, and enables us to speak boldly about Jesus. Receiving the Spirit at salvation differs from being filled and led by Him. A Spirit-controlled life produces Christlike actions, unity with believers, generosity, and joyful worship. Genuine excitement for Jesus influences others and demonstrat

Summary God rejects superficial Christianity that dwells only inside the church walls and ignores obedience in daily life. Like Judah and Jerusalem in Isaiah 1, believers today often take control of their own lives while offering empty rituals that irritate God. True worship means surrendering our desires, submitting to the Holy Spirit, and obeying God. God calls us to repent, seek justice, help the vulnerable, and live out our faith beyond the sanctuary. Empty Religion Anger

Summary True worship honors God through everyday obedience, not just Sunday singing. Scripture forms the foundation of worship, and only believers can truly worship in Spirit and truth. Music is a God-given gift tied closely to praise, but it must support, not replace, Scripture. Worship becomes superficial when music draws attention to itself or when we sing thoughtlessly. The words of our songs should teach truth, point to Christ, and express genuine devotion as we grow to

Summary People naturally worship idols, things or desires that capture more devotion than God. True worship requires a foundation in Scripture and a Spirit-led life focused on honoring God continuously, not just on Sundays. Jesus taught that no one could serve two masters, and Paul urged believers to become living sacrifices. True worship results in active love, justice, compassion, obedience, and joy through the Holy Spirit. Worship is a daily lifestyle of putting God first

Summary David cried out to God for help because people around him lied, manipulated, and broke promises. Today, smooth speech and flattery still deceive, revealing inner emptiness and misplaced confidence. God hears the cries of the oppressed and intervenes on behalf of the poor and needy. His words, pure and trustworthy like refined gold, stand in sharp contrast to human dishonesty. Only God’s truth and His Spirit working within us can make our words consistently reflect int

Summary A culture of lies submerges humanity, where deception is normal and trust quickly erodes. People imitate the father of lies, shaping their beliefs and behavior around falsehoods, especially harmful lies about God. Scripture shows that truth originates in God and is revealed in Jesus, who is “the truth.” The Holy Spirit guides believers into truth, transforming their thinking and speaking. Because truth brings freedom, godliness, and spiritual life, Christians must rej

Summary Doubts about salvation disappear when we trust only in Jesus’ completed work on the cross, not our performance. God gives the Holy Spirit as His seal of ownership, assuring believers they are His children and guaranteeing their future inheritance. The Spirit’s presence brings internal confidence, produces obedience, and empowers truth, love, and transformation. Those without the Spirit rely on human instincts, but true believers show evidence of God living within them