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Scripture tells us that Barnabas “was filled with joy,” “was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith,” and was a powerful evangelist. It also says he “encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord” (Acts 11:23-24).

Jesus knew he would fulfill every promise, every Old Testament prophecy — and it was coming down to the final week. Holy Monday. The second day of what we now call Holy Week. The last Monday leading up to Easter, or Resurrection Sunday.

Is baptism just a symbol—or something far more personal and powerful? This deep dive explores why baptism isn’t just a ritual, but a life-defining pledge of allegiance to Christ that marks the beginning of walking in newness of life. If you've...

Looking deeper at the Feast of Trumpets reveals God’s heart and our hope.

Abigail stands out for a number of reasons. As a woman of beauty and brains, Abigail counsels David, prophesies his kingship, and becomes one of his wives who is actually named. Her character shows us that women of God can be humble, wise, and...

Bezalel probably didn't appear on your list of favorite Sunday School stories. However, his story tells us something crucial about what God really thinks about creativity.

Solomon’s wisdom was a gift from God. Genetics had nothing to do with it, as his son Rehoboam soon found out after his father’s death. In one fell swoop, Rehoboam lost half of his kingdom.

Zerubbabel was an influential political and religious leader in Israel during the time when Jewish exiles returned from captivity in Babylon. He’s best known for spearheading the rebuilding of God’s Temple in Jerusalem in the 6th Century B.C.

Micah is known for bringing a message of judgement and restoration that would spur a revival in the land of Judah. Among the prophets of the Old Testament, he is perhaps the most vocal in his demands of justice for the poor and downtrodden. He...

From the Bible, we know that Enoch was Adam’s great-great-great-great grandson (and Noah’s great grandfather) who lived a holy and faithful life to the Lord. He also becomes the father of Methuselah, the longest-living man. Throughout his...

This first book in the New Testament challenges us to trust Jesus Christ as Savior and obey Him as Lord. Matthew helps write the New Testament so that generations, including ours, could know and believe the Good News as well.

It is safe to say altogether, Mary and Joseph had at least seven children. One which was born by divine, miraculous birth and at least six who were born by natural birth.

If anyone has ever understood the marvel of God’s goodness to keep giving us second and third chances, it was Peter. Just as Peter discovered, it’s not too late to you and me to return to Jesus Christ today, ask for His forgiveness, and receive...

Tamar was the name of two unique women whose unusual stories can be found in the Old Testament. The first Tamar we read about in Scripture was the widow of Er and Onan, sons of Judah, Jacob’s fourth-born son. The second was the sister of Absalom...

Deborah is one of the most influential women of the Bible. As a prophet, Judge Deborah was said to hear God's voice and share God’s Word with others. As a priestess, she did not offer sacrifices, as the men did, but she did lead worship services...

Understanding who the Herodians were will help us draw similarities to the spiritual and political dynamics we encounter in today’s world.

What does the Bible say about the Nazarenes? The answer gives us an important clue into Jesus' reputation.

While many claim that Satan himself is the thief, and we can’t put the trickery and devious behavior past him, Jesus was actually referring to the misleading and false teaching of the Pharisees.

Chilion isn't the most famous member of Naomi's family, but he plays a big part in Ruth's life.