Articles Index
Book of Esther
The book of Esther tells the beautiful story of a courageous young woman who risked her life to serve God and her people. Through acts of bravery, prayer, and the sovereign hand of God, the Jewish people experienced a tremendous deliverance. To celebrate this joyous event, the Feast of Lots, or Purim, was established.
Leanne's Crisis of Faith
Leanne's Crisis of Faith is a Christian testimony about one woman's struggle with losing faith, and then finding it again. After 9/11, Leanne began to have doubts about her faith. Although she had believed in Jesus from a young age, she was suddenly surprised to find herself telling a nurse that she was an atheist. Then a record setting snow storm placed Leanne in serious need of help, and God got her attention with a series of divine "coincidences."
Melinda's One Final Chance
Melinda's One Final Chance is a Christian testimony about how God answers, even our most outrageous demands. Melinda found herself trapped in a horrible situation. Feeling angry at God because of the turmoil in her life, she made an outrageous, but very specific demand. Melinda gave God one final chance to prove that he existed, that he heard her prayers, and that he would answer. She was stunned and changed forever by God's remarkable response.
Christadelphian Beliefs and Practices
Christadelphian beliefs depart from orthodox Christian doctrine in several areas. Understand unique Christadelphian beliefs about Jesus Christ, the Trinity, and the afterlife.
What Does the Bible Say About Ghosts?
Are stories of ghosts in the Bible of actual disembodied human spirits or something else? Bible scholars say the key to unraveling this mystery lies in a solid knowledge of what Christianity teaches about life after death. Discover the truth about ghosts in the Bible.
What Does the Bible Say About Talking to the Dead?
Is there such a thing as a sixth sense? Is it possible to communicate with the spirit world? Popular television shows like Ghost Whisperer, Medium and John Edward Cross Country all seem to suggest that communicating with spirits is quite possible. But what does the Bible say about talking to the dead?
Isaac's Amazing Change
In this teen drug addiction Christian testimony, you'll read how Isaac was raised in a Christian home, but opened the door to sin at a young age. By 14 he was already traveling down a destructive road of drug addiction, pornography, stealing, and dangerous thoughts of suicide. As Isaac's depression worsened, he took even greater risks, until one weekend he had an encounter with God. Since then, Isaac's life has undergone an amazing change.
Christianity for Realists
Some people search for a "no problem life." If you're wondering why God doesn't spare us from problems, Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com does a great job in this article, "Christianity for Realists," breaking down the myth of a problem-free life and explaining how Jesus intended for us to face our troubles.
Satan - Adversary of God and Man
Who is Satan? Satan is a living being whose most powerful weapon is deceit. Created by God, the devil rebelled and chose evil instead of good. Learn the secret of Satan's strength in the world today.
The Holy Spirit - Third Person of the Trinity
The Holy Spirit, eternal God with the Father and Son, serves as Jesus Christ's presence on Earth to guide and empower believers. The Spirit serves many roles, not the least of which is to help us understand the Bible as we read it. Find out how the Holy Spirit stands ready to give you the same power he did to the saints of old.
What are Spiritual Gifts?
Spiritual gifts are the source of much controversy and confusion among believers. Even today, as in the early church, the misuse and misunderstanding of spiritual gifts bring division--splitting up, rather than building up--in the church. This resource seeks to avoid the controversies and simply explore what the Bible says about spiritual gifts.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Who is the Holy Spirit? This begin the first study in a series of topical Bible studies on the Holy Spirit.
What Does the Bible Say About Cruelty?
The Bible tells us God is a father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, and a healer to the brokenhearted. Anyone who truly understands the nature of God knows that he hates cruelty. In this study, Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com looks at verses in both the Old and New Testament, clearing up any doubts on what the Bible says about cruelty.
Philip the Apostle - Follower of Jesus Christ
Philip the Apostle searched for the Messiah promised to the Jews by God. He first became a disciple of John the Baptist, who foretold the Messiah's coming. Learn why Philip the Apostle was convinced that Jesus Christ was the anointed one, the Savior of the world.
Christian Baby Boy Names
Christian Baby Boy Names: This collection of Christian baby boy names brings together names or words found in the Bible, or names derived from biblical words, including the language origin, location of the word in the Bible, and the meaning of the name.
Jesus Feeds the 5000 - Bible Story Summary
Jesus feeds 5000 people with only a few loaves of bread and two fish. He said a prayer to his Father, gave thanks, and multiplied a young boy's lunch. Learn the special meaning for you from the miracle when Jesus feeds 5000.
Spending Time With God - Part VI
We continue with Part VI of Spending Time With God, written by Pastor Danny Hodges of Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg in Florida. His down-to-earth style and practical, every day applications are sure to encourage you in your Christian walk, especially in developing a devotional life. In Part VI he continues the series with the results of spending time with God.
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.
How to Love Like Jesus
As Christians, we want to love like Jesus, but somehow we always fall short. Our humanness gets in the way. Learn how to abide in Christ so you can love like Jesus.
Prophecies Jesus Fulfilled
The books of the Old Testament contain many passages about the Messiah—all prophecies Jesus Christ fulfilled. Some Bible scholars suggest there are as many as 300 prophetic Scriptures that were completed by Jesus. Take a look at 44 messianic prophecies Jesus clearly fulfilled in his life, along with supporting references from the Old and New Testament.
Comforting Bible Verses
These comforting Bible verses contain some of the most inspiring words in Scripture. We worship a personal God who knows our troubles and cares deeply about us. Take heart with these comforting Bible verses.
Stoning Death of Stephen - Bible Story Summary
The death of Stephen marked a turning point in Christianity, when many disciples fled Jerusalem because of persecution, spreading the faith. One who approved of Stephen's stoning was Saul of Tarsus, later to become the Apostle Paul. See why the death of Stephen triggered events that would lead to explosive growth of the early church.
Apostle Paul
The Apostle Paul influenced Christianity second only to Jesus Christ. A tireless missionary, Paul spread the gospel throughout the Roman Empire and wrote 13 books of the New Testament. Learn about the Apostle Paul’s legacy in the Christian faith.
Book of Acts
The book of Acts gives an eyewitness account of the birth and growth of the early church. Beginning with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, we discover in the book of Acts that believers receive supernatural power to be witnesses for Jesus Christ and to do God's work in the world. We also learn that opposition to the gospel can actually serve to strengthen and guide the church.
William Tyndale Biography
William Tyndale (1494-1536) was a brilliant theologian and gifted linguist who believed common men and women should have the right to explore the Scriptures in their own language. But he lived at a time when the Bible was a "forbidden book." Learn how William Tyndale pursued his life's ambition at great personal risk and sacrifice.