As a Blue Letter Bible user, you are passionate about the study of God’s Word, but what about your friends and family? Have you ever wondered how God could use you to help others grow closer to God through the in-depth study of His Word?
Have You Heard About Our Online BLB Institute (BLBi)?
Did you know that Blue Letter Bible has an online learning institute? Many BLB users are unaware that thousands of people take classes through The Blue Letter Bible Institute (BLBi) to learn about biblical studies, apologetics, and the doctrines of the Christian faith.
Elisabeth Elliot: Now Resting in God’s “Everlasting Arms”
News spread rapidly this week about the passing of my dear friend and Christian mentor, Elisabeth Elliot Gren. Elisabeth often encouraged her listeners with these words: “Remember, you are loved with an everlasting love and underneath are the everlasting arms!” I rejoice to know that she was welcomed into her Beloved’s arms on June 15, […]
7 Marks of the New Creature Who Is “Born of God”
This post was adapted from F.E. Marsh’s article entitled “Born of God” from his book Five Hundred Bible Readings. Seven marks of the new creature who is born of God What is the evidence that we are “born of God?” This question is answered in John’s first epistle. Seven times, we find the words “born […]
Spurgeon on Intercessory Prayer: “Do you pray for the brethren?”
Then, again, permit me to say, how are you to prove your love to Christ or to his church if you refuse to pray for men? “We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren” (1 John 3:14 KJV).
Hoekstra: God Working in Us unto Obedience
“Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.” (Philippians 2:12-13) The lordship of Jesus makes disobedience unacceptable. “But why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do the things which I say?” (Luke 6:46). […]
This Monday, We Are Giving Away Two Free Gifts. Here’s How to Get Yours.
On Monday, June 8, we are giving away two free ebooks by classic Puritan author Thomas Goodwin. Christ Set Forth, originally published in 1642, addresses our sin and God’s sovereign grace through an exposition of Romans 8:34. The Heart of Christ in Heaven Towards Sinners on Earth, published in 1651, considers Christ’s tender affections and […]
Andrew Murray: Impossible with Man but Possible with God
“And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” (Luke 18:27 KJV) Christ had said to the rich young ruler, “Sell all that you have… and come, follow me.” The young man, distressed, went away sorrowful. Christ then turned to the disciples, and said: “How difficult it is for those […]
David Guzik on Considering the Cost and the Worth of the Call to Ministry
Several weeks ago, David Guzik visited us at the Blue Letter Bible offices. He was kind enough to sit down with us and record a collection of short videos covering a range of helpful topics for those serving in ministry.
Spurgeon: “What a God is He to hear the prayers of those who come to Him”
The following is adapted from Charles Spurgeon’s class devotional Morning and Evening. “Blessed be God, which hath not turned away my prayer.” (Psalm 66:20) In looking back upon the character of our prayers, if we do it honestly, we shall be filled with wonder that God has ever answered them.