Simon the Sorcerer is one of the most provocative characters in the New Testament. Luke tells us Simon’s story as he describes…
Why Did Jesus Have to Be Baptized?
All four of the Gospels tell us that Jesus was baptized, and the fact that each of the four writers mentions it…
3 Tips for Using Short Films in Small-Group Discussions
When it comes to running a small group, good dialogue is everything. You want deep conversation in an informal setting. This allows…
20 Inspirational Bible Verses about Prayer
The Bible talks about prayer a lot. Biblical characters constantly direct their needs and praises to God. Many passages also describe things…
40 Inspirational Quotes about Prayer
Prayer is such an important topic for Christians, but it’s also one that engenders a lot of confusion and even guilt. We…
5 Tips for Embracing Simplicity in the New Year
We live in an increasingly fast-paced and noisy world. It’s getting more difficult to unplug from digital spaces, and the idea that…
Learning to Serve Like Jesus
In John’s first letter to the church, he addresses the need for Jesus’ followers to model themselves after His example: We know…
5 Ways Knowing Jesus Changes Christmas
Christmas has a weird distinction of being an extremely religious holiday while also being a secular holiday. It’s entirely possible to celebrate…
12 Bible Verses about Good Works
There can be a lot of confusion around the topic of good works among Christians. Jesus’ salvation is a gift of grace…