Paul closes this letter with a rapid-fire series of instructions and encouragements, including the charge to be joyful, prayerful and thankful.

Isaiah experienced a life-changing vision at a moment of national tension and anxiety. What if this were the year you truly encountered the Lord?

The best way to keep a soft heart is to respond immediately when God speaks, and to encourage others to remain faithful.

When we are going through difficult times, can we trust God in the process? Jesus is always calling us into a deeper relationship with him.

To be ready to share the gospel anytime and anywhere, the Apostle Paul had to see the world with spiritual eyes, he had to know the message, and take a risk to share.

As Paul and his companions ministered, often chased out from place after place, the Bereans demonstrated a model response when hearing new teaching, but daily turning to the Scriptures to "trust and verify".

From the very beginning of the church, the believers gathered consistently and frequently, even daily. What happens when we do or don't gather?

Many people loved the excitement of being around Jesus, but didn't necessarily want to lay their life down to follow him - but that's what it means to be a disciple. Can we daily take up the cross?

We are reminded that we are all invited to pray for one another, and the prayer in faith will be powerful and effective

Are you ready for the Lord's return? We don't know the day, but we know the Lord is near. Here's how to prepare.