Articles Index

Belinda's Question of Height

In this Christian testimony of a life transformed by faith in God you'll read how Belinda grew up with the stigma of being unusually tall. Negative attention, embarrassment, and scorn led to feelings of being unwanted and unaccepted by everyone, but especially by God. She was convinced she was "not supposed to be here." Then one day, while making a contract with Satan, Belinda received a wake up call from God.

Coping with Fear

Fear can paralyze and trap you, especially in the face of tragedy, uncertainty and circumstances beyond your control. Take courage from these verses and pray this prayer for coping with fear, allowing God's promises to dispel your fears and reassure your heart.

Beating Fear Takes the Right Approach

Overcoming fear is one of the toughest problems we face, but how successful we are depends on the approach we take. This devotional by Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com reminds us that trusting God makes all the difference in our battle to overcome fear.

Scott's Prayer

In this true story of a life transformed by faith in God, you'll meet Scott. He was a man with crushed hopes. God had given him the bride he'd prayed for, but now he faced 8 years in prison. The unbearable weight of his sentence led to an irrational escape attempt, landing him another 15 years. But God answered Scott's prayers again; caring for his wife, providing for his family's needs, and giving him strength to endure.

Is Getting Angry a Sin?

Is getting angry a sin? What does the Bible say about anger? In this study, Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com searches the Bible for clues about anger. He suggests that getting angry is a temptation, but what we do after that can lead to sin. The Bible has a lot to say about the subject of anger. Even better, it teaches us how to deal with our angry feelings.

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

A member of the Christianity forum, Jane recently asked, "Why did Jesus have to die? As a Christian I should know the answer to this but I can’t think of any convincing explanation." This incredibly important question involves a matter central to Christianity, yet effectively answering it is often difficult for Christians. We will take a careful look at the question and lay out the answers offered in Scripture.

Calvinism and Arminianism

One of the most potentially divisive doctrinal debates in the history of the church centers around the opposing doctrines of salvation known as Calvinism and Arminianism. Chuck Smith, in his book [i]Calvinism, Arminianism and the Word of God[/i], lays out a simple, 5-point explanation of the contrasting doctrines.

Douglas and Glenda's Answered Prayer

In this answered prayer testimony testimony you'll read how Douglas struggled through a difficult divorce in the UK. Five thousand miles away in Guyana, a woman also suffered through a terrible divorce. Years later and from continents apart, they were brought to the same church service where God began to answer the sincere prayer both had been praying from the heart.

Verne's One Thing More

In this salvation testimony, Verne shares how he's been blessed with a wonderful wife of nearly 50 years, three sons and a grandson. He's happy with the good things in his long life, but there's one thing more that means everything to Verne, and that's why he's sharing his story. He wants you to experience the same assurance he has come to know through everlasting life in Jesus Christ.

Christian Denominations

Explore the many Christian denominations and faith groups, review church history and the development of denominations over the years, and compare distinguishing beliefs of Christian denominations. This article will constantly be in development as we add new denominations, faith groups, resource links and glossary definitions.

Anglican/Episcopal Church History

A brief history of the Anglican/Episcopal Denomination.

Anglican/Episcopal Church Beliefs and Practices

An overview of the Anglican or Episcopal Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.

Is God Sending You a Wake-up Call?

When bad things happen to you, is your initial thought, "Why is God punishing me?" Perhaps there is another possibility we would do better to consider first. Maybe God is sending a wake-up call. Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com will explain how to get from "blurry-eyed, surprised questioning" to "wide-awake, clear understanding."

Raynee's Unbeatable Trio

In this Christian testimony about forgiveness you'll read how Raynee had not spoken to her parents in five years. After a terrible fight, anger fueled their long separation. But when both parents became terminally ill, with no one to care for them, Raynee was forced to tend to their physical needs. Together with Christ, forgiveness and love, something Raynee calls "the unbeatable trio," God performed an amazing work of reconciliation.

3 Reasons to Avoid Bitterness

Learn how to stay free from bitterness as a Christian single. "3 Reasons to Avoid Bitterness" is offered as part of our resources for Christian singles. Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com uncovers three important reasons to avoid bitterness and then presents three steps to climb free from bitterness.

Ally's Time to Dance

In this Christian testimony about child sexual abuse, Ally shares her painful story, not to receive pity, but to testify of God's love. On the day she accepted God's love—the gift of salvation—he completely changed her outlook. Before that day, she had lived with doubt, shame and anger. Now she lives with the light of hope in her heart. She knows God has plan for her life. Now it's her time to dance.

What Does the Bible Say About Forgiveness?

What does the Bible say about forgiveness? It is not uncommon for Christians to have questions about forgiveness. Forgiveness does not come easy for most of us. Is forgiveness a conscious choice, a decision, or a feeling? The Bible offers insight and answers to our questions about forgiveness.

Stacy's Sweet Submission

In this Christian testimony about overcoming anger you'll read how Stacy had been toughened by an abusive childhood. Even after becoming a Christian, she remained emotionless and strong. But she was also very angry. What she didn't understand was that she had been simply enduring in her own strength. Stacy had to become weak so the Lord could be strong within her. Eventually she learned that to get past her anger and heal, she needed to learn how to feel.

How to Write Your Christian Testimony

Learn how to write a Christian testimony with these easy steps, for both long and short, written and spoken testimonies. Whether you are planning to write down your full, detailed Christian testimony or preparing a quick 2-minute version of your testimony to share on a short-term mission trip, these tips and steps will help you tell others with sincerity, impact and clarity what God has done in your life.

What Did Lazarus See?

Most of us have spent some time wondering what heaven will be like. Wouldn't you have been eager to know just what Lazarus saw during those four days he ventured into the afterlife? Curiously, the Bible doesn't reveal what Lazarus saw in heaven. But it does make plain one very important truth about heaven. Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com tells us why the chief priests later tried to kill Lazarus and the most important truth we need to know about heaven.

The Passion of Christ

What is the passion of Christ? Join guest contributor, Warren Mueller, by delving into this rich topical Bible study of the passion of Christ.

Assemblies of God Church Beliefs and Practices

An overview of the distinguishing beliefs and practices of the Assemblies of God Church as a Christian denomination.

Timeline of Jesus' Final Hours

A complete timeline of Jesus' final hours on the cross as recorded in Scripture, including the events just before and immediately following the Crucifixion.

Crucifixion History

Crucifixion was not only one of the most painful and disgraceful forms of death, it was one of the most dreaded methods of execution in the ancient world. Victims of this form of capitol punishment had their hands and feet bound and nailed to a cross. Accounts of crucifixions are recorded among ancient civilizations and most likely originated with the Persians and then spread to the Assyrians, Scythians, Carthaginians, Germans, Celts and Britons.

A Prayer for Salvation

A prayer for salvation.