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Why Every Christian Should Learn Some Apologetics

Apologetics isn't about apologizing, and it's not about arguing, either. Apologetics is actually for every Christian! Here's why.

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Dwell Secure, Without Dread (Proverbs 1:32-33)

"... whoever listens to me will dwell secure and will be at ease, without dread of disaster." Does Proverbs 1:33 mean we will never face disaster or difficulty?

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Politics and Christ-Followers: The Weightier Matters (Why I Changed My Mind)

“...the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness.” Matthew 23:23b ESV Click above to listen. With the presidential election coming up, I’ve felt the need for some clarity and peace – and the Lord has provided, as He does. If you’re in the same boat, read on. I’m certainly no political expert,… Continue reading Politics and Christ-Followers: The Weightier Matters (Why I Changed My Mind)

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12 Scriptures to Study & Pray Through When You’re Feeling Anxious or Afraid

Do you ever find yourself anxious or afraid? I know, I know, what kind of question is that? ...we *can* deal with our fears and anxieties in ways that honor God, and we *can* have peace, even when life is hard. …But how?

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Light in the Darkness

This world is dark, full of treachery and lies. But God. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. (John 1:5)

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Proverbs 3:5-6 – A Deep Dive into a Well-Known Passage

Can we understand what it means to "not lean on your own understanding," without leaning on our own understanding? Let's do a Bible study, and find out!

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You’ve Got Us; Who’s Got YOU?

Click above to listen. For those who feel the burden of responsibility on your shoulders, who work so hard to love well and take care of those around you, who sacrifice and pour yourself out for others: where does *your* help come from? Or, to paraphrase Lois Lane's worthwhile question: you're holding us; who's holding… Continue reading You’ve Got Us; Who’s Got YOU?