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It’s the cornerstone of most advice columns, commencement addresses, and social media influencers. But is “be true to yourself” actually good advice? Author Rob Seddon dissects the pop culture mantra, and discovers a better, more fulfilling way to live. 

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Revivals are awe-inspiring, life-changing, generation-defining movements of God—and if history is to be trusted, they happen with stunning regularity. In this article, Caleb Mathis offers a flyover of five of America’s most important revival movements from the past, pointing to what they can teach us for the next home. The next great move of God may be just around the corner. It’s time to get ready. 

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The Bible is divided into two major sections. The New Testament begins with the birth of Jesus, following His life and the creation of the church. The Old Testament details everything that happened before the first Christmas in Bethlehem. As incredible as it seems, that doesn’t necessarily mean that Jesus doesn’t make any cameos in the first half of the Bible. Pastor and author, Scott Dill, shares 5 instances from the Old Testament in which Jesus just might have a starring role, and explains why this apparent time-traveling matters today. 

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February 2009 changed everything—that was when social media giant, Facebook, introduced the ‘Like” button. As the thumbs-up started to stream in, author Chris Pennington found he was adjusting his life, online and offline, to get more of them. It was a slippery slope that was quickly growing out of control. In his article, Chris explains that wanting to be liked isn’t a bad thing, but searching for it among Facebook and Instagram posts will always leave you thirsty. There is a better way. 

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Too fat, too wide, too many stretch marks. Kacie had every excuse to play it safe when it came to her summer swimwear choice. But then God asked her to do something that made her stomach turn: try a two-piece. It came at a critical moment for the mom of three, as she was helping her oldest navigate the pain of negative self-image. God used it all to teach Kacie she needed to overcome her own insecurities in order to help her daughter do the same. 

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Kristie isn’t a “camp girl,” but something about Woman Camp intrigued her. So she took a risk, and gave up a weekend to attend along with a group of friends. What she experienced strengthened her relationally, physically, and spiritually. Her story is encouraging, funny, and is a reminder that when we take the biggest risks, we get the biggest rewards. 

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Jeff Wiesemann had been to MAN CAMP, a primitive weekend camping experience for men, on multiple occasions. He was pretty sure he knew what to expect—until God used a friend to get him into the prayer tent. There, he had a profound experience that addressed a deeply rooted problem in his life: fear. Jeff’s inspiring story is one of risk, obedience, and victory.

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The Bible is the most published (and purchased) book in the history of the world. But where did it come from? Author Caleb Mathis gives a flyover of the Bible's incredible history—from ancient scrolls, to Vulgar translations, to more than one burned heretic. It’s a surprising and inspiring story that just might change the way you think about, and interact with, the good book.

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Suicide is a weighty topic, but one we have to face head-on. In this candid, and extremely brave piece, author Joshua Seurkamp shares his own battle with suicide and how he’s come out the other side. No matter what you might think or believe, your life matters. Josh’s story is one of hope and encouragement to keep going, even through the darkest moments.

If you or a loved one is considering suicide, find help at the links below: 

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Author, Tommy Jewell, never expected to find himself behind bars—and yet one night changed everything. Yet even in lockup, Tommy found that God was still with him. In fact, it was while behind bars that he discovered the three components of his identity: his place, his name, and his image. In this powerful and vulnerable piece, Tommy explains how God can reach us anywhere. 

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