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Bible Verses About Love
Find Bible verses for Valentine's Day, Bible verses for your wedding ceremony, romantic occasion or just for sharing with a beloved friend. The Bible overflows with verses about love, with passages that speak of divine love, brotherly love and romantic love. This collection is just a sampling of the many Bible verses about love.
Thanksgiving Day Prayers
A collection of Thanksgiving prayers, Thanksgiving poems and songs for giving thanks on Thanksgiving Day.
Christian Baby Girl Names
This collection of Christian baby girl 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.
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.
Thanksgiving Verses
Here are a few Thanksgiving Bible verses to assist you in giving thanks and praise on Thanksgiving Day.
Easter 2010 Calendar
This Easter 2010 calendar includes the dates for Easter 2010 in Western Christianity and for Orthodox Easter, Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Christian Wedding Outline
This Christian wedding ceremony guide contains a complete outline covering each of the typical elements of a Christian wedding ceremony. It is designed to help you plan and understand each aspect of your Christian wedding ceremony.
Faith Building Bible Verses
These faith building Bible verses are a collection of inspirational and topical Bible verses chosen to build your faith.
Inspirational Bible Verses
This collection of inspirational Bible verses has been compiled to help you convey encouraging messages by quoting the Bible.
David and Goliath
A brief summary of the Bible story, "David and Goliath," with Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Prayers for All Occasions
These prayers for all occasions and specific needs are designed to help you pray in times of particular need, if you are facing a real problem in your life, or simply to assist you in developing your prayer life.
Christmas Bible Verses
This collection of Christmas Bible verses is arranged according to various Christmas themes and Bible events surrounding the birth of Jesus. Take a few minutes to meditate on these Bible verses about Christmas and make Jesus Christ the central focus of your Christmas this year.
The Bible and 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.
The Christmas Story
The Christmas story gives a biblical account of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. The Christmas story is paraphrased from the New Testament Books of Matthew and Luke in the Bible.
The Bible and Marriage
Christian Marriage: Explore what the Bible says about marriage. Marriage is an important issue in the Christian life. Vast numbers of books, magazines and marriage counseling resources are dedicated to the subject of marriage preparation and improving communication in marriage. According to research, a genuine commitment to Christian faith can contribute to a stronger marriage.
Prayer for a Sick Friend
Is your heart heavy over a sick friend or family member? Do you wish there were something you could do to help? You can take your friend or family member to the Lord in prayer. Here is a Bible verse and a prayer to help you ask God for healing.
Noah's Ark and the Flood
Noah's Ark and the Flood is a brief summary of this Bible story that teaches us about setting an example with our lives. The Bible story summary of Noah's Ark and the Flood is complete with Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving Traditions and Trivia includes common traditions and some little know trivia about the Thanksgiving Day holiday. They are presented here to enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of this Thanksgiving holiday. Consider sharing some of these ideas, stories and trivia with your friends and family on Thanksgiving Day.
How to Obtain a Free Bible
At first I thought a better title might be, "How to Get a Free Bible without Stealing it from a Hotel Room." But, I didn't want to offend anyone, especially my Gideon friends. It's actually very easy to obtain a free copy of the Bible and here are several ways.
Bible Verses for All Occasions
These Bible verses for all occasions and holidays are organized to help you quickly and easily locate the Bible verses you need. You'll be able to express your heart-felt sentiments, add an uplifting message to your greeting cards and get well notes, or find that special verse to include in your wedding vows.
Courage Bible Verses
If you need encouragement from God's Word to overcome your fears, take strength from these fear-busting Bible verses about courage.
What is Communion?
What is communion? Read a biblical explanation of the meaning, significance and purpose of Communion in the life of a Christian.
Should Christians Get Tattoos?
Tattoos and Christians: Should Christians have tattoos? What does the Bible say about tattoos? Is it a sin to get a tattoo? Besides looking into what the Bible says about tattoos, together we'll consider the concerns surrounding tattooing today and present a self quiz to help you decide if getting a tattoo is right or wrong.
Patience Verses
This collection of Bible verses on patience is designed to help you slow down and focus on what God's Word says about patience.
The Prodigal Son
The Prodigal Son - take a look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son, also known as the Lost Son. Read a brief summary of the Bible story about the Prodigal Son, with Scripture references, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Christmas Prayers
Christmas Prayers and Poems: A collection of Christmas prayers and poems for Christmas and New Year's celebrations.
Top Christmas Charity Projects
Many of us look for ways to reach out to needy and hurting children in an effort to make their Christmas season a little brighter. Choosing a trustworthy and reliable charity for your special Christmas project may seem overwhelming with so many organizations to choose from. Each of these favorite Christmas charity projects offers unique distinctions, allowing you to choose the donation most appealing to your personal spirit of giving.
Poem - Pause and Give Thanks
"Pause and Give Thanks" is an original Thanksgiving poem submitted by an About.com member. It is a reminder to stop and take a moment to give thanks for the gift of Christ at Christmas.
Study the Bible
We'll look at how to study the Bible in this step-by-step and discover one of the many methods of Bible study. Perhaps you just want help getting started. This particular method of study is great for beginner Bible studies; however, it can be geared toward any level of study. As you become more comfortable with Bible study, you will begin to develop your own techniques and discover favorite resources that will make your Bible study very personal and meaningful.
Stress and Anxiety Prayer
The cares and problems of life can burden you with stress and anxiety, robbing you of peace. Take comfort from these verses and pray a prayer for dealing with stress and anxiety, asking the Lord to lift your burdens and fill you with peace.
Creative Thanksgiving Ideas
These Thanksgiving ideas offer 10 simple yet creative ways to help you and your family express thanks to God on Thanksgiving Day.
Roman Catholic Beliefs
Continuing the overview of the Roman Catholic Church as a Christian denomination including a comparison of the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.
Basics to Prayer
Have you struggled with prayer? What is prayer and what does the Bible have to say about prayer? Prayer is simply communicating with God - listening and talking to him. If prayer is a difficult area for you, learn these basics principles of prayer and how to apply them in your life.
Christian Cross
The Christian cross or Latin cross represents Christ's victory over sin and death through the sacrifice of his own body on the cross.
Prayers for Children
Prayers for Children: Christian children love to say prayers, especially prayers with rhyme and rhythm. These are simple children's prayers you can teach your child to pray in the morning and evening, for blessings at mealtimes and special prayers for protection.
What Constitutes Marriage?
What is the biblical definition of marriage? The Bible does not give specific details or directions about a marriage ceremony, yet it does mention weddings in several places. Scripture is very clear about marriage being a holy and divinely established covenant.
Trinity (Triquetra)
The Triquetra Christian symbol represents the trinity.
Reasons Not to Worry
We spend an awful lot of time worrying. And the time we've wasted on worry can never be reclaimed. If you've decided to spend your time more wisely, here are four biblical reasons not to worry.
Thank You Bible Verses
Thank You Verses: Are you looking for just the right words to say thank you to a Christian friend or family member? Here are a few simple Bible verses specifically chosen to help you express your appreciation.
Advent Calendar 2009
When is Advent 2009? This 2009 Advent calendar gives the dates of the four Sundays of Advent and a brief explanation of how those dates are determined.
Christianity Today
Christianity is the largest religion in the world today. These facts and statistics of Christianity provide a global look at Christianity as a world religion today.
Christian Dove
The Christian dove represents the Holy Spirit or Holy Ghost.
The Tower of Babel
The Tower of Babel is a brief summary of the Bible story that teaches us a lesson about pride. The Tower of Babel story summary includes the Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Easter Calendar 2009
When is Easter 2009? This 2009 Easter calendar includes the dates for Western Christianity and Orthodox Easter, Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Methodist
An overview of the Methodist Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.
The Bible Death & Heaven
What does the Bible say about death, eternal life and heaven? What happens when we die? What will heaven be like and what will we do there? Most Christians have spent some time wondering about death and the afterlife. This study will take a comprehensive look at what the Bible says about death, eternal life and heaven.
Jesus Walks on Water
Jesus Walks on Water is a brief summary of the Bible story that teaches us a lesson about keeping our eyes on Jesus. Jesus Walks on Water includes a Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Wisdom Bible Verses
Words of wisdom from the Bible: This collection of wisdom words is taken from the Bible and compiled here to quickly help you gain wisdom and understanding by studying God's Word on this topic.
Alpha & Omega
The Alpha and Omega symbols represent the eternal nature of Jesus Christ and God.
Christian Magazines
Are you tired of reading fashion magazines and Hollywood journals that have nothing to do with your reality as a Christian in today's world? Would you rather read inspiring stories, Christian world perspectives, helpful, biblical advice for shopping, parenting, cooking, and just about anything related to living your life as a Christian? Consider these magazines from my list of favorite choices in online and printed Christian publications.
Hard Times Bible Verses
As believers in Jesus Christ, we can trust our Savior and turn to him in hard times. God cares for us and he is sovereign. His Holy Word is sure and his promises are true. Take some time to ease your worries and calm your fears by meditating on these Bible verses for hard times.
Lutheran Beliefs
An overview of the Lutheran Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.
Popular Christian Books
Wondering what other Christians are reading? This list of the top ten most popular Christian books joins the Library Journal selection of the most requested Christian books in the United States with the Christian Booksellers Association best-selling Christian book list.
Divorce & Remarriage
What does the Bible say about divorce and remarriage? Sadly, divorce and remarriage are widespread realities in the Body of Christ today. The following study attempts to answer from a biblical perspective some of the most frequently asked questions about divorce and remarriage among Christians.
Samson and Delilah
Samson and Delilah - read a brief summary of the Bible story about Samson and Delilah, with Scripture references, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Sex and the Bible
Christian Singles: What does the Bible say about sex outside of marriage? We have examples all around us of couples engaging in pre-marital and extra-marital sex. There's no way around it — today's culture fills our minds with hundreds of reasons to just go ahead and have sex outside of marriage. But as Christians, we don't want to simply follow everyone else. We want to know what the Bible says about sex outside of marriage.
Wedding Vow Samples
Choose from one of these samples of wedding vows for your Christian wedding ceremony.
Top 10 Bibles
Are you in the market to purchase a new Bible, but not sure which one is the best Bible for you? With hundreds of Bibles to choose from, the decision may seem overwhelming. Here are a few ideas to consider from today's top Bible picks.
The Creation Story
The Creation Story: In this Bible story summary, we'll look at the creation account from the book of Genesis. It's part of a collection of Bible story summaries highlighting the simple yet profound truths found in the ancient and enduring stories of the Bible. Each of the summaries provides a brief synopsis of the Bible account with Scripture references, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Crown of Thorns
The crown of thorns represents the sin and suffering carried by the King of Christianity.
New International Version
New International Version: A brief explanation of the New International Version of the Bible.
What is Baptism?
A biblical explanation of the meaning, significance and purpose of baptism in the life of a Christian.
Bible Verses for Graduates
Bible Verses for Graduates: This collection of Bible verses for graduates has been designed to instill hope and faith in the hearts of young graduates as they celebrate their accomplishments and prepare for new experiences. Find just the right words of encouragement from the Bible to share with a special graduate in your life.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Who is the Holy Spirit? Begin the first study in a series of topical Bible studies on the Holy Spirit.
Christian Fish or Ichthys
The Christian Fish, also called the Jesus Fish or Ichthys, was a secret symbol of early Christianity.
Jesus Raises Lazarus
Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead is the Bible story summary that teaches us a lesson about persevering through difficult trials. Many times we feel like God waits too long to answer our prayers and deliver us from a terrible situation. But our problem couldn't be any worse than Lazarus' — he had been dead for four days before Jesus showed up!
The Bible and Halloween
Christians and Halloween: What does the Bible say to Christians about Halloween? This article will tackle the controversial question, "Should Christians observe Halloween?" With no direct references to Halloween in the Bible, resolving the debate can be a challenge. How should Christians approach Halloween and is there a biblical way to observe this secular holiday?
I Thank Thee - Prayer
"I Thank Thee" is a beautiful Thanksgiving prayer. This Christian poem was written by Jane Crewdson (1860) as a prayer of thankfulness to God for all things in life, both the good and the bad, the bitter and the sweet.
Advent - All About Advent
Advent is a period of spiritual preparation before Christmas when many Christians make themselves ready for the coming, or birth, of the Lord, Jesus Christ. In Western Christianity, the season of Advent begins on the fourth Sunday prior to Christmas Day, or the Sunday which falls closest to November 30, and lasts through Christmas Eve, or December 24.
Keeping Christ in Christmas
The best way to keep Christ in your Christmas celebrations is to have him present in your daily life. If you've accepted Jesus as your Savior and made him the center of your life, keeping Christ in Christmas is more about the way you live your life than the things you say. Here are simple ways to keep Christ the central focus of your life this Christmas season.
Comfort in Loss
Loss can come upon you suddenly and overwhelm you with grief. Giving yourself time and space to heal, and being real with the Lord about your pain can help. Consider these sure words of comfort from Scripture and pray this prayer for comfort in loss, asking the Father to give you new hope and strength to go on.
Write Your 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.
Jesse Tree Advent Custom
The Jesse Tree is a unique Advent tree that can be very useful and fun for teaching children about the Bible at Christmas time. The Jesse Tree represents the family tree, or genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Bread & Wine
The bread and wine represent the body and blood of Christ.
Southern Baptist Beliefs
An overview of the Southern Baptist Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.
Wisdom for Women
These 10 words of wisdom for women form a beautiful collection of quotes, Bible verses and words of wisdom specially chosen for Christian women. They are inspired by Karen Wolff's new ebook, A Change of Heart, with tips to help women learn how to channel their God-given gifts toward positive and lasting life changes.
Chi-Rho (Monogram of Christ)
The Chi-Rho symbol is the oldest known monogram for Christ.
Top Bible Software Programs
Whether you're looking for the best free Bible software program or you've decided to invest in a comprehensive Bible software package, this collection of top Bible software programs is sure to offer the option that's just right for your budget and your Bible study needs.
Christian Funeral Planning
A Christian funeral or Christian memorial service is never an easy thing to plan and organize. This practical and spiritual guide is designed to alleviate some of the burden and offer steps to help you plan your loved one's Christian funeral service.
Names of God and Jesus
Studying the names of God is one of the most uplifting Bible adventures a Christian can explore. This list presents the biblical names of God and Jesus and where they are located in Scripture. With 102 names of God represented, the list, though not exhaustive, is quite extensive.
What is Easter?
Answer the question - What is Easter and what do Christians celebrate on Easter?
Mary - Mother of Jesus
Mary the Mother of Jesus: This Bible study resource presents a profile of Mary the mother of Jesus, the New Testament person of the Bible. You will learn about Mary, what she accomplished, her character strengths and weaknesses, and any lessons we can learn from her life.
Building A Christian Marriage
Building your Christian marriage and keeping it strong, does require work. However, the blessings and rewards of that effort are priceless and immeasurable. Here are 5 steps for building your Christian marriage.
Overcoming Anxiety
Do you often deal with anxiety? Are you consumed with worry? You can learn to manage feelings of anxiety and worry by understanding what the Bible says about them. In this excerpt from his book, "Truth Seeker - Straight Talk From The Bible," Warren Mueller studies the keys in God's Word to overcoming your struggles with anxiety and worry.
Children's Bedtime Prayers
Bedtime Prayers for Children: Try teaching your Christian child these bedtime prayers. They will enjoy learning and praying these simple prayers with rhyme and rhythm.
Light of the World
Candles, lamps, light and flames represent the manifest presence of God as the Light of the World.
Baby Dedication
What is Baby Dedication? Explore the practice of Baby Dedication, what it means, the responsibilities involved, and Scriptures about Baby Dedication.
10 Encouraging Words
Are you feeling discouraged today? Even the mightiest warriors need a pep talk now and then. These 10 encouraging words for the discouraged are meant to inspire hope and courage in those who have grown weary in their faith.
Easter Calendar 2008
When is Easter 2008? This 2008 Easter calendar includes the dates for Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Fear of the Lord - Wisdom
J. Webb Mealy discusses the fear of the Lord and the meaning of Proverbs 1:7a: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom." He suggests that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, but not the end of wisdom. To him, the end of wisdom (its goal and aim) is not to fear God, but to fear what God fears.
Christian Star
The Star of David and the five-pointed star are both symbols associated with Christianity.
The Last Supper
The Last Supper is a brief summary of the Bible story that teaches us a lesson about our commitment to the Lord. The Last Supper summary includes the Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Advent Wreath
What is the Advent wreath? The Advent wreath is a circular garland of evergreen branches representing eternity. On that wreath, five candles are typically arranged. During the season of Advent one candle on the wreath is lit each Sunday as a part of the Advent services. Each candle represents a part of the spiritual preparation for the coming of the Lord, Jesus Christ. This brief explanation covers the symbols and customs of the Advent wreath.
Trinity (Borromean Rings)
The Borromean Rings symbol represent the trinity.
Mealtime Blessings
These mealtime blessings are traditional Christian prayers for saying grace and blessing the food at mealtimes. The prayers are short and simple, great for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, or any dinner gathering.
Roman Catholic History
A brief history of the Roman Catholic Denomination.
Christianity Basics (101)
"Christianity Basics (101)" covers ten basic principles fundamental to becoming established and growing toward maturity in the Christian faith.
Wedding Prayer
The wedding prayer was one of the most memorable moments of our wedding ceremony, as my husband and I knelt before family and friends and dedicated ourselves to God and to each other—forever. Here are a few sample Christian wedding prayers. You may want to consider including one of these in your marriage ceremony.
Eastern Orthodox Beliefs
An overview of the Eastern Orthodox Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of Eastern Orthodoxy.
Children's Morning Prayers
Christian Children's Morning Prayers: Try teaching your Christian child these morning prayers. They will enjoy learning and praying these simple prayers with rhyme and rhythm.
Wedding Traditions
Many Christian couples don't fully understand their wedding ceremony as a holy act of worship, nor do they realize the solemnness of their oath or the expressions of reverence that are represented by Christian wedding traditions and customs. For a deeper appreciation of your Christian wedding ceremony and to make your special day more meaningful, learn the biblical significance of today's Christian wedding traditions and customs.
Church Giving & Tithing
The amount of money people give to churches in tithes and offerings has shown to be decreasing in recent years. So why aren't people giving as much as they used to? One suggested reason is that people don't understand what the Bible teaches about giving. This study focuses on church giving and biblical tithing, answering the question, "What Does the Bible Say About Giving?"
Do Animals Have Souls?
One of life’s greatest joys is having a pet. They bring so much happiness, companionship and enjoyment that we can’t imagine life without them. Many Christians wonder, "Do animals have souls? Will I see my pet in heaven?" This study looks at what the Bible says about animals in the afterlife and attempts to answer the question, "Do animals go to heaven?"
Basic Christian Beliefs
What do Christians believe? Christianity as a religion encompasses a wide range of faith groups, and each subscribes to its own set of doctrinal positions. The following are the basic Christian beliefs central to almost all Christian faiths. They are presented here as the core doctrines of Christianity. A small number of faith groups who consider themselves to be within the framework of Christianity, do not accept some of these beliefs.
The 12 Days of Christmas
The 12 Days of Christmas is a collection of 12 daily devotionals to inspire and encourage the spirit of Christmas and prepare you for the New Year. Each Christmas devotional includes a Christmas quotation, a Bible verse and a thought for the day.
Father's Day Bible Verses
Bible verses for Father's Day includes a collection of inspirational Scriptures for men chosen to bless a loving father or godly husband on Father' Day.
Children's Mealtime Blessings
Children's Mealtime Blessings: Try teaching your Christian child these mealtime prayers. They will enjoy learning and praying these simple prayers with rhyme and rhythm.
Top Bible Commentaries
Are you looking for Bible commentaries, but not sure which Bible commentary is best suited for you? I have put together a brief overview of some of the best Bible commentators and commentaries to help answer your questions and narrow down your search.
Who is the Antichrist?
What does the Bible say about the antichrist? Although the Bible does not specifically name who the antichrist will be, it does give us some clues as to what he will be like. By taking a look at the different names for the antichrist in the Bible, we can gain a better understanding of the kind of person he will be.
Thanksgiving Fun
Thanksgiving fun for Christian families offers fun web sites with ideas for laughter, music, movies and other fun activities to enjoy with your family this Thanksgiving holiday.
Christian Holiday Calendar
Be prepared for "Seasons of Faith" with this Christian holiday calendar providing the dates for each of the major holidays typically celebrated by Christians. The holiday's link will lead you to helpful resources for each of the Christian holidays represented.
Is Gambling a Sin?
I've been asked many times by Christians, "Is gambling a sin?" Some are surprised to learn that the Bible does not explicitly say, "Thou shalt not gamble." However, as Jack Zavada of Inspiration-for-Singles.com elaborates in this article titled, "Is Gambling a Sin?," the Bible does contain wisdom for dealing with every situation, including gambling.
The Bible & Church Attendance
What does the Bible say about church attendance? I often hear from Christians who have become disillusioned with the concept of going to church. Bad experiences have left a bitter taste in their mouths and they've given up entirely on the practice of attending a local church. This frustration with church in general is widespread among Christians today. But many have not studied to understand the Lord's teachings about the body of Christ and what the Bible says about going to church.
Cross & Crown
The cross and crown represent the heavenly reward that awaits believers who first must suffer the trials of life on earth.
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.
Biblical Decision Making Steps
Biblical decision making begins with a willingness to submit your intentions to God's perfect will and humbly follow his direction. The problem for most of us is that we don't know how to figure out exactly what God's will is in every decision we face—especially the big, life-altering decisions. This step-by-step plan lays out a spiritual road map for biblical decision making.
Notable Bible Prayers
Bible Prayers: Use this collection of notable prayers found in the Bible to study the prayers in the Bible or simply to help you become more effective in your prayer life as you pray God's Word.
Christian Wedding Music
Christian wedding music can play an important role in your Christian wedding ceremony. Find tips for planning and understanding the wedding music element of your Christian wedding ceremony.
Temptation
If you're struggling with temptation in your life, take some encouragement from these verses and pray a prayer, asking the Lord to help you deal with the temptations you face each day.
Child's Prayer for Protection
Children's Prayers for Protection: Try teaching your Christian child these prayers of protection. They will enjoy learning and praying these simple prayers with rhyme and rhythm.
Lamb of God (Agnus Dei)
The Lamb of God (Agnus Dei) represents Jesus Christ, the perfect, sinless sacrifice offered by God to atone for the sins of man.
New Living Translation
New Living Translation: A brief explanation of the New Living Translation of the Bible.
Prayers for Couples
Praying together as a Christian couple and praying individually for your spouse is one of the most powerful weapons you have against divorce and in favor of building intimacy in your marriage. If you're unsure where to get started praying together as a couple, here are just a few Christian prayers for spouses and married couples to help you take the first step.
Holy Bible
The Holy Bible is the Word of God.
Anglican Beliefs
An overview of the Anglican or Episcopal Church as a Christian denomination including the distinguishing beliefs of the denomination.
Samples - Opening Prayer
Choose from one of these three samples of the "Opening Prayer" for your Christian wedding ceremony.
Christmas Music for Christians
You'll find something for everyone in this top selection of Christmas music by Christian artists -- from contemporary Christmas music choices to classic Christmas favorites, and from children's picks to nostalgic and memorable adult collections.
Top Bible Reading Plans
Take a quick look at some unique Bible reading plans.
How to Hear from God
Does God really talk to us? Can we really hear God's voice? We often doubt if we are hearing from God until we learn to recognize the ways God speaks to us. In "How to Hear from God," Karen Wolff of Christian-Books-For-Women.com takes a humorous and practical look at how to listen for, and hear God's voice. You'll discover that listening to and hearing God's voice is a learned skill.
Family Prayers
These Christian family prayers are perfect for praying around the family altar, at special occasions and holidays, during family devotions, and before or after family Bible studies.
Popular Translations
Popular Bible Translations: A comparison and explanation of some of the most popular Bible translations. Each one is used on the Christianity site for quoting text from the Bible.
Christian Rainbow
The Christian rainbow symbolizes God's faithfulness.
Spiritual Growth Tips
Are you a brand new follower of Christ, wondering where to get started on your journey? Here are 4 essential steps to move you forward toward spiritual growth. Though simple, they are vital to building your relationship with the Lord.
Christian Circle
The Christian circle represents eternity.
New Year's Bible Verses
Bible Verses for the New Year: Meditate on these encouraging words from Scripture chosen to inspire a fresh new walk with God and a deeper commitment to living the Christian faith.
Blasphemy and Unpardonable Sin
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit - What is it? And what is the unforgivable sin? These questions have challenged many Christians over the years. Consider this very simple understanding of the meaning of "blasphemy against the Holy Spirit" and the "unforgivable sin." Also take a look at other explanations for these intriguing and sometimes disturbing phrases.
Christian Books About Marriage
Marriage is an important issue in the Christian life. Vast numbers of books and marriage counseling resources are dedicated to the subject of marriage preparation and improving communication in marriage. This list compiles a wealth of marriage resources from the leading Christian books on the subject of marriage.
What are the Beatitudes?
The beatitudes come from the opening verses of the famous Sermon on the Mount delivered by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 5:3-12. Here Jesus states several blessings, each beginning with the phrase, "Blessed are ..." These proverb-like sayings are packed with meaning and worthy of thorough study.
Bible Story Summaries
This collection of Bible story summaries highlights the simple yet profound truths found in the ancient and enduring stories of the Bible. Each of the summaries provides a brief synopsis of Old and New Testament Bible stories with Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
Prayer for the Work Day
This Prayer for the Work Day is a Christian prayer by Bishop Charles Lewis Slattery (1867-1930).
Why Go to Church?
In "Why Go to Church?" Warren Mueller examines many of the excuses why people don't go to church, and answers each with biblical and practical reasons in favor of going to church.
Dealing with Stress
Dealing with Stress: First we'll look at how Christians define stress and the basic cause of stress among Christians. Then we will discover how Christians deal with stress. Stress relief for a Christian begins and ends with two basic disciplines: prayer and meditation on the Word of God.
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ: This Bible study resource presents a profile of Jesus Christ, the New Testament person of the Bible. You will learn about Jesus, what he accomplished, his character strengths and weaknesses, and any lessons we can learn from his life.
Mother's Day Bible Verses
Bible verses for Mother's Day includes a collection of inspirational Bible Scriptures for women chosen to bless a loving mother or godly wife.
Judgment & Decision Making
Do you have trouble making decisions? For some people decision making is easy. But for most of us, it's difficult to know if we're using good judgment as we make daily decision about life—especially those big, life-changing decisions. In her humorous and candid style, Karen Wolff of Christian-Books-for-Women.com examines the concepts of judgment and discernment from a biblical standpoint and offers four keys to making right decisions.
Ten Commandments
The Ten Commandments represent the laws of God for spiritual and moral living.
Best Free Christian Ecards
Find the best free Christian ecard sites that are easy to use and require no registration. This collection includes my top choices for the best free Christian ecard Web sites offering a large variety of personalized Christian greetings.
Prayer for Peace
This Prayer for Peace is a Christian prayer by St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226).
Prayer for Salvation
A prayer for salvation.
Why Do Easter Dates Change?
Why does the date for Easter change every year? How come Easter Sunday can fall anywhere between March 22 and April 25? Why do Eastern Orthodox churches celebrate Easter on a different day than Western churches? Find out the answers to these questions.
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