Precisely when does the seventh-day Sabbath begin and end? According to modern timekeeping, each day begins and ends at midnight. Is that the time period we should observe as Sabbath? The Bible has a very clear answer.
God-Led Spiritual Growth: Spiritual growth is vital in our Christian journey. But many of us try to do the growing on our own. We’re like a toddler trying grow by standing on tiptoe. God has a better plan. If we are willing, God will gently lead us in our spiritual growth. We just need to eat the good food He provides for us in the Bible, drink in the water of the Holy Spirit, breathe continuously through prayer. If we will do these things, God will cause us to grow up into His likeness. God-led spiritual growth is the secret to becoming like Christ.
Mark Forsyth’s pursuit of Biblical truth led him to the Sabbath from a jail cell.
God desires to bless us abundantly on the Sabbath, but as a family it takes thoughtful preparation and planning to receive those blessings. Here are some practical tips for making Sabbath special for your children.
From the beginning God set apart the seventh-day Sabbath as a special time of rest and fellowship. What is the heart of true Sabbath keeping and how do we honor God’s holy day? The Bible has the answers!
God took the day off work to pursue His relationship with Adam and Eve. He is just as passionate about His relationship with each of us today. He desires to be our best Friend. Jesus loves us and the Sabbath proves it!
We are perpetually tethered to work by our devices. We answer emails and work on projects off the clock. Then we rack up additional screen time scrolling through social media and binge watching our favorite shows. The result—anxiety and depression rates are at all-time highs. Experts are seeking solutions. God has the answer.
There’s no use in studying the Bible if it doesn’t have a real-world impact. Take these steps in Biblical application to see definite results in your life from your Bible study.
Have you ever wondered if you have the Holy Spirit? The Bible promises this gift. Here’s how you can have it…
James White, co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, dedicated his life to the salvation of others. His life is both an inspiration and a rebuke to any Laodicean Christian.
Many say that you aren’t filled with the Holy Spirit unless you speak in tongues. Is this true? Discover the true Biblical gift of tongues and why God gives it.
How do I know God loves me? No one willingly dies for someone they don’t love. Not only did Jesus take our place, His dying on the cross proved that your life meant more to Him than His own.
John Hyde and Dwight L. Moody show us the kind of life that God intends every Christian to live through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Biblical Thinking is the tool God wants to use to take your Bible study to a whole new level of conversation and prayer.
Why do people follow Jesus? The gospel of John gives us the answer: In writing the story of how Christ loved others, John was revealing how Jesus was loving him.
Panning for gold is a lot like looking for truth. You have to be persistent and look in the right place—God’s Word.
Reading the Bible begins our conversation with God. Reading each passage seven times allows us to really hear what God is saying.
Are you confused by the things other people are telling you about the Bible? Wouldn’t you like to hear from God Himself? You can! He’s inviting you to have a conversation with you through the Bible.
Are you confused by the things other people are telling you about the Bible? Wouldn’t you like to hear from God Himself? You can! He’s inviting you to have a conversation with you through the Bible.
Why does the Apostle Paul say that Jesus will come “as a thief in the night” (1 Thess. 5:2), when Jesus says that “every eye will see Him” (Rev. 1:7)? Can the Second Coming be both?
You can learn to hear God’s voice every day. Here are five ways to cultivate hearing God’s voice through Bible study.
Have you ever wished you could feel Jesus’ love for you more? You know in your head that He loves you, but your heart feels cold and lifeless? Then put these six suggestions into practice and prepare to be amazed.
These suggestions are from Dale Leamon, an Adventist pastor whose ministry was joyless until he disco…
United prayer (also called corporate prayer) is a God-given secret to accessing divine power. Discover what united prayer is, why it matters, what the Bible teaches about it, how to overcome your fear of praying with others. Plus, learn how to start an effective prayer group!
“More things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of.” ~ Alfred Lord Tennyson. History overflows with stories of what intercessory prayer has wrought. They show us what God can do when we partner with Jesus in the work of praying for the salvation of others. Learn how to pray effectively for others.
Jesus’ model prayer is beautiful and brief. We’ve heard it often, but what does it really mean for us today? Here are six truths the Lord’s Prayer reveals about prayer and our relationship with God.
“God answers prayer.” We’ve all heard it. Believed it. Questioned it. So how do we pray so God can – and will – answer? The story of King Hezekiah gives us insight into praying prayers that God loves to answer
Jesus is the greatest treasure that we can have! How do we make sure not to miss Him in our Bible study? Jesus tells us how in the parable of Matthew 13:44. Also discover practical ways to make sure you see Jesus in every part of the Bible.
How do you stay joyful when life is crumbling around you? Jesus told His disciples the secret the night before His crucifixion. Discover His secret and five simple ways to live it out in this article.
God designed our minds to remember. In the Bible He gave the Israelites seven divine memory aids to use. They still work and will bless your Bible study! Learn what they are here.
Application of Scripture is putting into action in our lives what God shows us in our Bible study. It’s where the transformation begins. This article explores the steps God takes us to transform us by His Word.
God wants you to ask Him questions! He promises to show you “great things, which you do not know”. He wants to increase your understanding. Learn how to have a conversation with God during your daily Bible study time.
There are many free tools available to use that will help you gain more from your Bible study time. Learn what they are and how to use them.
Sharing what you are learning in your Bible study will help you understand and remember better. It will also give you the joy of encouraging others in their walk with God. Learn why God wants you to share and how to do it simply and effectively.
The way we read the Bible matters because it affects whether we discover God’s truth or our own ideas. Learn how to read carefully, contextually and systematically.
Do you want to hear God’s voice speaking to you personally in His Word? Then you must come with a willing heart. Learn how to cultivate one.
Faith is an attitude of trust in God that we can choose to adopt. Learn what it means and how to let God grow your faith.
Jesus’ days, like ours, overflowed people and work. How did he survive? It was in quiet time alone with God. This can be our solace too. But how do we find time alone with God? This article will help you find a quiet place alone with God.
What if begin the day filled with a sense of God’s presence and assured you of His love and interest? You can! God would be glad to wake you up. Learn how to turn on His alarm clock tomorrow morning.
Bible study can be the highlight of your day! Discover the five keys to enjoying time with Jesus every day in His Word.