Many people experience times of being scared. They fear threats, tragedies, and other frightening events that could impact their lives, health, income, relationships, and more. For some people, fear has a real-life source. For others, being scared is the result of what could happen in life, and just the possibility of it paralyzes them with…
Sometimes people have a moment, a day, or a season in their life in which they awaken to the fact that they are distant from God. A tragic event like the death of a loved one may produce such a realization, or it may just occur through a conversation with a friend or even be…
The well-known adage says it all: Life is difficult. Trials and tribulations are common in this world. People try and avoid troubles and minimize them, yet they can be stressful and overwhelming, leaving a person confused, lost, and desperate. So how exactly does a person ask God for help in times like this? Asking God…
God created the institution of marriage to be a permanent union. The promise “until death do us part” that couples traditionally vow to each other at the altar on their wedding day reflects the Bible’s teaching about the life-long commitment of the relationship. But when does marriage end? Marriages end when one spouse dies or…
Pain is a form of physical suffering that may be the result of injury, illness, genetics, or something else. It may be broad or acute, temporary or chronic, self-imposed or not. Whatever its source, nature, and prognosis, pain sometimes leads people to question God. Am I being punished? When will this end? Is it going…
According to the Bible, murder is a serious sin. God prohibited killing an innocent person when he included “thou shall not murder” in the 10 Commandments. Because murder is so strongly forbidden in Scripture, many people wonder if murder is a sin that God won’t forgive. God forgives murderers. By means of the cross of…
When a person surrenders to God, they are making him Lord of their life. They stop chasing their own will and pursue his. They let go of their beliefs and adopt what God says is true. They are exchanging their lifestyle for the one that is pleasing to him. But how does a person surrender…
Many people want to know how to listen to God. Some are seeking direction. Others want to know his will. Yet other people desire words of assurance, comfort, and hope. How can a person position themselves to hear from God? The primary way God speaks to people today is through the Bible, whose writings are…
The article below is not medical advice. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline immediately. Free help is available to all people. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-8255Free 24-hour assistance Life is hard. It’s not the way God intended it to be because of sin. Sometimes suffering…
“How much does God actually know about me?” Many people ask this question because they are curious about the nature of God and how intimately he knows their desires, motives, intentions, and beliefs. Does God only observe actions and words, or does he know every thought that a person has? God can hear people’s thoughts….
To many Bible readers, God’s statement “Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated” (Rom. 9:13; Mal. 1:3) is stunning and confusing. What possible explanation is there for God to love Jacob, yet hate Esau? How does God’s hatred for Esau align with his love for all people as it’s expressed in verses like John 3:16?…
Abraham is one of the most important and interesting figures in the Bible. His story, which is told in the book of Genesis, has been read and taught for thousands of years. One of the key moments in Abraham’s life is when God calls him. A question many Bible readers ask is why God chose…
Most people believe that God exists, yet some are unsure how to find him. Because God is invisible and doesn’t often speak audibly to people, finding him isn’t clear to some seekers. Where should people look for God? Where should people listen for him? How can people know where he is moving and acting? The…
People want to hear from God for different reasons. Some are looking for direction in life. Others are seeking answers to questions they have. In other cases, people are looking for comfort, peace, and assurance. But how and where does God speak to people? How can people hear from him? The primary way Christians can…
The prophet Jeremiah is one of the most fascinating people in the Bible. The book named after him contains moments of hope in the midst of tremendous struggle and despair. People often find Jeremiah’s message and personality intriguing, but it’s his call that stands out to many Bible readers. Some Bible commentators speculate that Jeremiah…
Unfaithfulness in marriage is a serious offense against God and the guilty person’s spouse. Adultery is a horrendous sin that destroys relationships, not only with a person’s spouse, but also with their children, friends, and extended family. Given the far-reaching, negative effects of adultery on families and individuals, many people wonder if it’s a sin…
God created marriage to glorify himself and to be the foundation for families and raising children. The relationship also provides for the physical and emotional needs of men, women, and children in many practical and spiritual ways. Yet, marriages sometimes end. This leads many people to wonder if God will bless a second marriage. Historically,…
Studies have shown that most people believe in God, yet even believers sometimes wonder how he speaks to people. If God is real, and if he speaks to people, then what he says must be really important. Knowing how God speaks to people will help them direct their attention and focus their concentration so they…
Tyrannosaurus Rexes, Brachiosauruses, Pterodactyls, and other dinosaurs are some of the most interesting creatures to ever live on Earth. Their size, power, and beauty fascinate people of all ages. Many people are curious about the origins of dinosaurs. Does the Bible say that God created dinosaurs? Christians who interpret the first chapter of Genesis as…
The Bible has taught about meditation for thousands of years. Biblical meditation is unlike other forms of meditation because it focuses on the God of the Bible. Yet, those who are new to the discipline sometimes wonder how to do that. In Christianity, meditation is first and foremost based on the Bible. Second, the object…
Many people want to know what God is like. They want to know about his nature, character, and activity. People want to know what God has said, what he has done in the past, and what he has planned for the future. Another common question people ask about God is what he looks like. God…
The Bible teaches that God is omnipotent and that no other being, whether a human or even Satan himself, can match or surpass his strength. Yet God doesn’t always demonstrate his power and the Bible teaches there are some things God can’t do. This leads believers and unbelievers alike to wonder what the limits of…
Many people want to know what God looks like. For some, they think if they could see God or imagine him, he would feel more accessible and maybe comprehendible. Whatever the motive, people ask questions about God’s appearance, actions, and even his size. Some people even want to know how tall God is. God doesn’t…
Life is hard. Sometimes suffering can lead people to question God’s existence, goodness, and character. When a person experiences loss or hardship in their health, finances, relationships, or another vital aspect of life, it may cause them to wonder if God is punishing them. They may even wonder if God hates them. God doesn’t hate…
Long before people in the twenty-first century asked questions about God and suffering, faithful men and women in the Bible had been wrestling with them. For example, David wrote, “My soul is in deep anguish. How long, O Lord, how long?” (Psalm 6:3). The question of why God allows people to suffer often arises when…