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Why Names Are So Important In The Bible – And So Is Yours
Why Names Are So Important In The Bible – And So Is Yours

The world is full of different names with different meanings. But does it really matter what your name is? Do you become what you're called, or are you called what you are?

5 Ways to Show Respect When We Don\'t Agree
5 Ways to Show Respect When We Don't Agree

We will always have opinions that will differ with those of others, but it doesn't have to turn into a fight. We can and must still show respect even in the midst of diverse ideas.

6 Ways That You\'ve Probably Misunderstood Purpose
6 Ways That You've Probably Misunderstood Purpose

Culture, society and the flaws of this world have distorted our idea of godly purpose and may sometimes leave us chasing after the wrong things or jumping off the wrong mindsets. Here are six ways that we have probably misunderstood purpose.

Why Making Disciples Should Always Be More Important to the Church Than Membership Numbers
Why Making Disciples Should Always Be More Important to the Church Than Membership Numbers

Discipleship is a crucial part to kingdom advancement and should be our ultimate goal, not just simply church attendance growth.

5 Things Couples Must Do Daily to Build a Stronger Marriage
5 Things Couples Must Do Daily to Build a Stronger Marriage

What habits are you building today in your marriage, and how do you see them affecting you, your spouse, your kids and the other people around you? Here are five daily habits that couples can build to build a strong and lasting marriage.

Hope for When You Feel \'Stuck\'
Hope for When You Feel 'Stuck'

Friends, do you want to be loosed from where you're stuck? Move on from where Christ saved you, forward to the finish line where He waits for you.

How to Enjoy Every Season of Life
How to Enjoy Every Season of Life

"...but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst. But the water that I shall give him will become in him a fountain of water springing up into everlasting life." - John 4:14

3 Steps to Creating Safety Boundaries for Yourself
3 Steps to Creating Safety Boundaries for Yourself

Boundaries can keep one safe from sinning. While boundaries are powerful guidelines for one's thoughts and conduct, they are quite easy to set up.

Black Friday 2016: Microsoft, Macy\'s preview ads released; big discounts on laptops, tech items, apparel
Black Friday 2016: Microsoft, Macy's preview ads released; big discounts on laptops, tech items, apparel

Deal watchers have started scouring the internet for the best Black Friday ads in anticipation of the nationwide shopping event. While some of the biggest retailers such as Target and Walmart have already released their ads for the Nov. 25 shopping date, Microsoft and Macy are teasing shoppers with their respective preview ads which feature deep discounts on a variety of items.

Is It Ever Wrong To Serve In Church?
Is It Ever Wrong To Serve In Church?

God calls us to a life of servanthood, but there are moments when we need to stop and take stock of WHY we are doing what we are doing.

Which Bible Book Bans Interracial Marriage, And Why?
Which Bible Book Bans Interracial Marriage, And Why?

One of the saddest parts of the Bible, in purely human terms, is in the book of Ezra.

Praying for Your Boss: Why It Works Better Than Complaining
Praying for Your Boss: Why It Works Better Than Complaining

We all cry out for perfect leaders, but the reality is we will never find them- at least not in human form.

6 Ways to Make the Most of the Holidays
6 Ways to Make the Most of the Holidays

Here are six ways that you can make the most of your holidays.

4 Ways to Control Your Spending This Holiday Season
4 Ways to Control Your Spending This Holiday Season

Here are four ways of controlling your spending this holiday season.

Why Being Different Doesn\'t Necessarily Mean Being Disunited
Why Being Different Doesn't Necessarily Mean Being Disunited

The cross draws us to each other where personalities set us apart. Christ is the ultimate goal of all believers, and that draws us together.

Steering Clear of the Trap of Self-Doubt
Steering Clear of the Trap of Self-Doubt

A fine line exists between self-doubt and humility before Christ. A demarcation definitely exists, and we need the Holy Spirit to help us spot it.