Opening Prayer
Father in heaven, thank you for your gifts that are always freely given. Help me to use my gifts to bring you glory, to bless those you have given me to love and care for… Read More
The path to recovery is more than a single, simple formula, a pill you take to get better, or a to-do list you accomplish. It is more like the spiritual path than many re… Read More
First Lutheran Church (Akeley)
Sunday worship is at 10am, with fellowship time at 11:15am. The church is located at 10 Pleasant Ave. SE in Akeley. For more information, visit flcakele… Read More
The coming of the Antichrist is a sign of the end times.
The identity of the Antichrist has long been a source of both debate and anxiety for Christians. The Bible warns that m… Read More
Opening Prayer
Thank you, Lord God, for the many ways you have proven your trustworthiness to your people, not just in history, but also to me.
Read ACTS 7:1–22
Stephen&rs… Read More
The topic for our open heavens daily devotional today June 7, 2024 is “Prayers for the youth”.
Memory Verse Open Heavens Daily Devotional June 7, 2024… Read More
Have you ever thought about what the Church really stands for today?
It might be shocking to know that too many Christians go to church every first day of the week and / or other days as… Read More
Pope Francis said Wednesday the Holy Spirit gives us the freedom to do good and to serve others — and not to do whatever we want or to exploit the weak.
Speaking in St. Peter’… Read More
Opening Prayer
Blessed Redeemer, thank you for the inheritance that is mine because you gave your life for me.
Read ACTS 6:8–15
Stephen Seized
8 Now Stephen, a man fu… Read More
Reflective In-Depth Analysis of Psalm 1:1-2
Bertrand Russell (1872-1970),
"a British philosopher, logician, essayist and social critic best known
for his work in mathematical logic an… Read More
“And he is before all things, and by him all things consist” ~ Colossians 1:17
Since I have embarked on my journey of specializing as a chemistry teacher, I have had some time… Read More
As conceived in diverse cultural and theological contexts, demonic creatures constitute a nuanced and multidimensional component of the paranormal. People usually portray these entities as s… Read More
The Bible is not just a religious book; it’s a historical document, a source of moral guidance, and a literary masterpiece all rolled into one.
As we explore some interesting facts… Read More
I'm sure many of you are
familiar with an incident that occurred in the life of Jacob, son of Isaac and
grandson of Abraham, in which Jacob spends the night wrestling with some
unidentifie… Read More
God’s Plan for His Creation
Knowing God’s plan for His creation is to know the purpose for why we human beings and the rest of creation were created. There is a reason, cause, or… Read More
When I observe telescopic images of deep space, the immeasurable number of
galaxies, nebulae, and stars, I think about God’s overall purpose and if a
redeemed hu… Read More
Opening Prayer
Thank you, Father, for the diversity of your church that draws people from every tribe, language, people, and nation (Revelation 5:9).
Read ACTS 6:1–7
The C… Read More
Did this seal symbolize the order’s poverty, homosexuality or companionship with Christ? Hinterkappelen/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA
Andrew Latham, Macalester College
The Knights Tem… Read More
Have you ever heard the phrase, “God has a plan for your life”? It’s something we often hear, but what does it really mean? Let’s dive into “The Plan” tha… Read More
In all this deep discussion of prayer and God’s presence and turning ourselves toward Him, we must always return to the basic, simple understanding of who Jesus Christ is to us. You ca… Read More
You can tell when you walk into a church, and spend any amount of time there, whether that church is united or not. What is Christian unity? We know it when we see it. We can feel it. You ca… Read More
Best Source Tying Genesis 1 to Not Much Longer than 24 Hour Days · So, a Priest Said "Anno ... quinquies millesimo centesimo nonagesimo nono" and Read Fulcran Vigouroux in Seminar … Read More
Nigerian artist Spyro caused a stir by sharing suggestive photos with Big Brother Naija star Nengi on Instagram.
The matching black outfits and white cups they held sparked rumors of a roman… Read More
The three-year Lectionary that many Catholics and Protestants hear in public worship gives us a great variety of Holy Scripture.
Yet, it doesn’t tell the whole story.
My series Forbidd… Read More
Opening Prayer
On this Sabbath, Father, I am so grateful for your Word that has enabled me to worship you in spirit and truth. Help me to worship in ways that are pleasing to you through… Read More
Courageous Christian Father
Tragedy Strikes Tazewell: The Springdale Baptist Church Fire — In the heart of Claiborne County, a beacon of faith and community was struck by tragedy. The… Read More
I remember walking with a friend on my seminary campus back in 2018. We were talking about the elections, and the state of our political climate. Being as close to Washington, D.C. as we wer… Read More
Amid a severe and unrelenting bout of physical agony, Charles Haddon Spurgeon, a renowned Baptist preacher, sought solace in prayer. His words, penned in the annals of history, ech… Read More
HOW TO DO THE RIGHT THINGAustralian Duncan Graham originally wanted to be an Anglican priest. Then he was rescued by journalism. Now in mainly Muslim Indonesia with the call to prayer… Read More
Courageous Christian Father
Exploring the Wonders of the Word: The Mobile Bible Exhibit, a project by BibleTruck.com, is a remarkable initiative that brings the history and impact of the Bib… Read More
Opening Prayer
I praise you, Almighty God, the One who cannot be defeated, whose purposes will always be completed.
Read ACTS 5:17–26
The Apostles Persecuted
17 Then… Read More
Throughout all of history and peoples, only the Church possesses the privilege of evangelism. So let’s treat evangelism as the privilege it is.
Jesus traveled through all the towns an… Read More
Brief instructions: before taking the Bible Quiz Read the questions. Pause and try answering them, only later go to the next question. Once you have answered all questions, only then g… Read More
Rev 6:3 When he opened the second seal, I heard the second living creature say, "Come!" Rev 6:4 And out came another horse, bright red. Its rider was permitted to take peace… Read More
The monthly prayers organised by the Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission held in Oye Local Government to seek God’s intervention in the challenges confronting the nation… Read More
Jesus | God’s Guidance
Embracing the path of a godly man is both a personal and spiritual endeavor, marked by a profound connection with God and adherence to His teachings. While t… Read More
Vatican faces backlash for inviting DRAG ARTIST to carry out throughout inaugural celebration of World Youngsters’s Day
The Catholic Church is going through backlash after it invite… Read More
Uncovering the Gospel’s Path to Lasting Discipline 7 Timeless Biblical Principles – Embracing Perseverance – The Enduring Call to Steadfastness
Perseverance is a vital disc… Read More
What is the greatest single event of history? Could it perhaps be the renaissance, when so many beautiful inventions and works of art were created? Was it the inventions of the 20th century… Read More
Opening Prayer
Thank you, heavenly Father for your Spirit’s work in me. Continue to restore and transform me.
Read ACTS 5:12–16
The Apostles Heal Many
12 The ap… Read More
Yes, you read that correctly. China bombed a megachurch. And the bombing was legal. It was part of their ongoing attempt to redefine Christianity and make it into a Communist China church th… Read More
The Mystery of the Trinity Exploring Christianity’s Central Doctrine – Nicene Creed – Establishing the Trinitarian Foundations
The Nicene Creed is a foundational statement… Read More
Opening Prayer
Thank you, Father, for the Holy Spirit, who showed me who you are and enables me to make him known to others.
Read ACTS 5:1–11
Ananias and Sapphira
5 N… Read More
7 Fascinating Insights from Irenaeus’ Demonstration of Apostolic Preaching – Preserving the Oral Tradition of Early Christianity
The “Demonstration of Apostolic Preaching… Read More
Bible quotes about baptism:
One of the most poignant Bible quotes about baptism bible verses is found in Galatians 3:27: “For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed your… Read More
Courageous Christian Father
Corpus Christi Day: A Celebration of Faith and Tradition – Corpus Christi Day, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, is a s… Read More
Opening Prayer
Thank you for your Word, Father; use it to inspire me in new ways to serve you, my church, and my community.
Read ACTS 4:32–37
The Believers Share Their Pos… Read More
A name belongs to one person but can hold the key to unlock the history and legacy of several generations. Old money names have a vibe of aristocracy and sophistication. These names have sto… Read More
The Urgent Question of Christ’s Return
As a new Christian in a Pentecostal church, I grew up with the regular question, “Can Jesus return at any moment?” It affected every… Read More
Rev 6:1 Now I watched when the Lamb opened one of the seven seals, and I heard one of the four living creatures say with a voice like thunder, "Come!" Rev 6:2 And I looked… Read More
Israel and Evangelicals: A Match Made in Heaven… If Heaven Were a Chuckle Factory
Look, we need to talk about the unholy matrimony between white evangelical Christians and Israel… Read More
Courageous Christian Father
The Council of Nicea: Unifying the Belief in Christ’s Divinity — In the early years of Christianity, the Church faced a significant theological disput… Read More
The Essence of Baptism
Baptism signifies the washing away of sins and is a public testament of an individual’s inner transformation. It occurs after one accepts Jesus Christ as their L… Read More
Note: For today we are making a declaration. We have here the declarations based on Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, Chapter 8. Many choose Romans 8 as one of the most important Bible cha… Read More
Opening Prayer
God, as I come to your Word today, please pour out on me fresh passion to be part of seeing your kingdom come.
Read ACTS 4:23–31
The Believers Pray
23 … Read More
The topic for our open heavens daily devotional today May 29, 2024 is “Discovering God’s Purpose For Your Life”.
Memory Verse Open Heavens Daily Devotional May 29, 2… Read More
“Babies go to heaven because that’s where they belong,” says Kelly, 6. Does this include babies who cry a lot? Scripture says God will wipe away every tear in the New Jerus… Read More