Seeing the glory of Christ and falling to the ground, Saul heard his trumpeting voice, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” His response was simple, “Who are you, Lord.” Then, with shocking realization, Paul heard seven words that transformed his...

Acts 8 reminds us that God is in the details. We are not always privy to the Spirit’s movement, but we can be sure of his involvement.

Though creation was perfect and humankind’s opportunities were limitless, Adam and Eve acted rebelliously against God, and subsequently, every one of us continued to do the same thing.

More than likely, Mary and Joseph’s parents prearranged their marriage. They probably entered an agreement when the kids were young. The agreement “engaged” the couple. Sometime later, the couple entered the betrothal period, the final step before the...

Isaiah served as a prophet during the divided kingdom. He pointed out Judah’s sins and God’s judgment, and, at the same time, he spoke of God’s mercy and hope extended through the Messiah.

People often marginalized shepherds; however, Jesus purposefully identified himself with lowly people. He associated with the poor and needy and graciously blessed them.

It takes a unique person to wait for God’s comfort expectantly. It takes a strong, courageous, and faith-filled person not to grumble and complain but instead to be content and hopeful that God’s word will be gloriously complete.

We can trust God, who sovereignly rules all things for his glory and our good. We can trust that he acts in truth, love, mercy, and justice. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according...

So many people attempt to live life to the fullest today without considering the greater eternal life to come. Christians understand that to live fully, we have to anticipate death and what is to come afterward.

While we are sinners, God graciously calls out to us, beckoning us to himself and providing the means for such a relationship. He sovereignly and graciously calls us to a new life and inheritance. But to receive it by faith, we must willingly vacate...