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At its core, graciousness is an echo of divine character. When Jesus began His ministry, He declared not only “the gospel of the kingdom of God” (Mark 1:14–15) but also modeled a manner of speech that disarmed hostility and drew out the best in people (John 8:1–11). He chose words not of contempt but of truth and compassion. That same mix of honesty and respect...
Do you have special memories of “the good old days?” Were they safer? More innocent, somehow? Many who grew up in former decades—especially the ’60s, the ’50s, and earlier—do remember: things were different! It’s not just wishful thinking and fond memories, distorted by time.
As a society, we love a good story. Writers can make millions of dollars crafting thrilling tales to keep us on the edge of our seats. The most common formula used is that of good versus evil.
A true friend is a pal, someone with whom you have a trusted relationship and genuine affection. A real friend will tell you the truth—even if it might be unpleasant for you to hear—or warn you if you are going down the wrong path.
On a cool fall day right around Thanksgiving, I was sitting on the front porch of my son’s and daughter-in-law’s home enjoying a cup of coffee, taking in the beautiful bright red and orange colors of the foliage on the hillside that is part of Petit Jean Mountain. Listening to the birds and all the other sounds not heard in a city, and surrounded by this...
Have you ever wondered why, if the righteous go to Heaven when they die, the Bible speaks of a resurrection of the dead?
Many preachers never talk about the resurrection of the dead. It makes no sense if the righteous immediately go to Heaven when they die! But Jesus reveals this amazing truth in the gospel book of John: There will be a resurrection of the dead...
Everybody loves a freshly harvested apple, peach, orange, grape, strawberry, or other piece of produce. Gardeners wait with anticipation to harvest that first ripe tomato. When fruit is fully ripened and at the peak of flavor, the time for harvest has finally arrived.
The convergence of multiple global crises in 2025 presents a sobering picture of an Almighty God who is preparing the world for end-time events.
Every year during Fall, right after the academic school year begins, the United States observes “National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week” (September 14–20 in 2025). What does the Bible reveal about the importance of education, both today and in the coming Kingdom of God?
In The Lord of the Rings, British author J.R.R. Tolkien’s fictional hobbits are depicted as living wholesome but complacent lives, oblivious to the world around them. One hobbit, Frodo Baggins, is suddenly caught up in very perilous times, facing great challenges alongside several of his friends. Actor Elijah Wood, who played Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson’s...