Summary Container-grown vegetables illustrate the Christian life. Without constant nourishment, growth fails. Believers are planted by God but lack the strength to flourish on their own. The Holy Spirit provides continual life, power, guidance, and transformation. He renews hearts and minds, produces Christlike character, empowers prayer and witness, and equips believers for service. Lasting spiritual fruit comes only through daily dependence on the Spirit, not human effort.

Summary Revelation 1 describes God as the sovereign source of grace, peace, and power. The Father rules history, the Spirit works perfectly, and Jesus Christ reigns as the faithful witness, risen Lord, and King of kings. Through Christ’s death and resurrection, believers become priests and overcomers, freed from fear, assured of victory, and strengthened to live faithfully until His triumphant return. Knowing God and Knowing Ourselves A better understanding of God strengthens

Summary Bold Christian witness comes from the Holy Spirit, not personality or education. Early believers, empowered by the Spirit, proclaimed Jesus fearlessly, as seen in the Book of Acts. Fear is overcome through God’s power, which produces self-control and courage. When believers surrender control and step out in faith, the Holy Spirit fills them afresh and enables effective, Christ-centered witness despite opposition. Spirit-Empowered Boldness in the Early Church The early

Summary Outward rebellion contrasts with the inner rebellion living in every human heart. From a public church crisis to the story of John Piper’s son, resisting God’s authority damages lives and influences others. Scripture identifies this struggle as the flesh-governed mind. The hope is God’s Spirit, whose renewing power ends spiritual drought, transforms small people into spiritual giants, and enables victory through Christ. A Mother’s Helplessness and Public Pain A mother

Summary Drawing on the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing , this article explains why believers are prone to wander and how to stand firm through suffering. It presents four stabilizing principles: trusting God’s control, casting anxieties on Him, resisting the devil’s accusations, and depending on God’s grace. When believers rely on God rather than self-effort, He makes them strong, firm, and steadfast even in trials. Standing Firm in Faith In 1758, Robert Robinson wrote

Summary Using Jesus’ teaching in the Gospel of Mark 8–9, this article explains that true discipleship requires suffering before glory. Knowing about Jesus is not the same as knowing Him. Following Christ means denying self, aligning values with His, and embracing the cross. Abundant life includes sacrifice, yet leads to transformation and future glory. There is no crown without a cross, but it costs far more not to follow Jesus. Glory Comes Through Sacrifice Olympians trade t

Summary This article traces key moments in the Gospel of Mark 8, showing Jesus’ compassion, provision, and call to faith. He feeds the hungry, warns against spiritual pride, and exposes the danger of corrupt thinking. Remembering God’s past faithfulness brings contentment, while demanding signs undermines faith. Like the blind man at Bethsaida, believers receive spiritual sight gradually as Jesus opens their eyes. Jesus Meets Every Need A multitude surrounded Jesus on the sou

Summary This article draws from the Gospel of Mark 10 to show that life works best when lived by God’s design. Marriage thrives through self-sacrificial commitment, not convenience. Salvation is a gift received with childlike trust, not earned by effort. Following Jesus requires surrender and reordered priorities. Though costly, true discipleship leads to lasting oneness with Christ and others, while refusing to follow Him costs far more. God's Blueprint for Life When all els

Summary Based on the Gospel of Mark 9, this article outlines core discipleship principles. Faith in God, not experience or skill, brings spiritual victory through believing prayer and God’s Word. True greatness comes through serving others, not self-promotion. Discipleship also requires sacrificial obedience, valuing eternal life above earthly comforts. When believers live as daily offerings to God, their love becomes visible through humble service and costly devotion. Discip

Summary Wholehearted devotion shapes excellence, reputation, and legacy. From athletes and musicians to biblical figures like Caleb and Joshua, devotion, not mere talent, defines lasting impact. God desires not just right actions but right-hearted obedience. Serving out of duty alone falls short. Wholehearted devotion to God cannot be hidden. It is visible, defining, and directed toward pleasing Him rather than seeking human applause. What Wholehearted Devotion Reveals About

Summary Everyday discipleship is one of spiritual growth, gospel initiative, and strengthening others. Based on the Book of Acts, maturity requires effort, proven character, and perseverance. Believers are called to take Christ to others through word and deed, build trust by meeting real needs, and remain gracious amid opposition, then help new believers grow. This is God’s design for everyday discipleship Everyday Discipleship Part of God’s plan is to strengthen you spiritua

Summary Jesus transforms relationships with God and others. The Bible identifies three kinds of church people: natural, carnal, and spiritual. Conflict and division arise when believers live self-centered lives, while harmony grows among those yielded to God’s control. Spiritually mature believers forgive, serve, and pursue peace. Examine your spiritual condition and take intentional steps toward healthier, Christlike relationships within the church. Why Relationships Matter

Mark 10:32-52 teaches basic Kingdom principles. The first is that suffering leads to glory . Since Jesus is God, as He headed toward...

Summary God established His kingdom by defeating Satan and the power of death. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, victory is assured, though final judgment awaits. Until then, God’s kingdom exists alongside evil, as shown in the parable of the tares. Entry into the kingdom comes through repentance and faith in Christ, producing obedient, transformed lives under God’s reign. God’s Purpose and the Enemies of His Reign History is about overcoming the opposition to God’s rule

Summary This article explores the healing power of the Holy Spirit given to believers in Christ. God heals relationships, memories, emotional distress, physical and spiritual sickness, and destructive habits. Through biblical examples and divine visions, God shows His desire to restore individuals and churches. As believers praise God and live transformed lives, they become powerful witnesses, walking advertisements, drawing others to faith and healing in Christ. Experiencing

Summary This article challenges believers to live in a way that visibly reflects Christ. Putting on the Lord Jesus Christ means yielding to Him and growing in compassion, humility, patience, forgiveness, and love. Christ’s peace and God’s Word must rule both heart and church. When believers act in Jesus’ name with gratitude and integrity, they protect His reputation and powerfully witness to the world. Would Your Life Reveal You Follow Christ? Would a stranger watching you fo

Summary This article contrasts superficial interest in Jesus with genuine discipleship. Crowds sought healing but ignored repentance and obedience, revealing a “fan” mentality. True followers grow by spending time with Jesus and obeying God’s will. Rejecting the Spirit hardens the heart, while obedience demonstrates belonging to God’s family. Jesus transforms ordinary, sinful lives into powerful instruments for His kingdom when they move beyond admiration to committed faith.

Summary This article highlights how Jesus revealed visible, active faith through forgiveness, healing, and grace. He forgave a paralyzed man, welcomed sinners, and challenged rigid religious rules. Jesus taught that new life cannot be contained by old traditions and that God’s commands are meant to restore, not restrict. True faith acts boldly, values people over rules, and reflects God’s mercy in everyday life. Visible Faith That Breaks Through Barriers The crowds in Caperna

Summary This article introduces the Gospel of Mark as Peter’s eyewitness account written to persecuted believers. Mark presents Jesus as the Servant Messiah whose identity is confirmed by John the Baptist, the Father, and even Satan. Jesus humbly identifies with sinners through baptism, receives the Father’s affirmation, and defeats temptation by relying on God’s Word. His life calls believers to repentance, humility, and faithful obedience. The Purpose of the Gospel of Mark

Summary This article highlights the transforming power of encountering Christ through biblical and modern examples. Like Paul and Sundar Singh, true conversion changes attitudes toward sin, reshapes character, and produces a desire to serve Christ. Encouragement from believers confirms faith and nurtures growth. Genuine Christianity moves beyond private belief into public service, making believers useful to God and others as living testimonies of Christ’s ongoing work. Life C