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R&B singer and songwriter John Legend responded to a video that Christian YouTuber Ruslan made addressing the singer’s views on abortion. Ruslan was reacting to comments Legend made in a conversation with former pro football player and commentator Shannon Sharpe in which Legend shared about a miscarriage his wife, Chrissy Teigen, had. “I was always… Read More

In the second chapter of Ephesians, Paul makes a really, really, really important point. Twice. In the first half of the chapter, he paints a dire picture of the gravity of our condition outside of Christ with four stunning words: “And you were dead” (Ephesians 2:1). After explaining a bit more of what “dead” means,… Read More

“Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure” (1 Peter 1:10) The apostle Peter begins with faith: “like precious faith” in verse 1. This faith is the gift of God: we have obtained it (it has been allotted to us, is the idea). We have obtained it—it has been allotted… Read More

Cultivate Compassion How can we develop the biblical quality of compassion in our own lives? Here are a few tips: Compassion is a biblical quality that aligns with the heart of God. By cultivating empathy, reflecting on God’s compassion, practicing kindness, being attentive to others’ needs, offering a listening ear, practicing forgiveness, serving others, praying… Read More

The world’s peace is different from God’s peace. Worldly peace is temporary and dependent upon circumstances. God’s peace offers a permanent solution, which is salvation through Jesus and His presence in our lives. Philippians 4:7 refers to “the peace of God which transcends all understanding.” Most of Paul’s letters began with the words “Grace and… Read More