"For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ and be found in him..." (Philippians 3:8) Advent calendars, candle lightings, and Christmas caroling. Baking cookies and decorating … READ MORE
The Great Humility of God (Edwards)
It’s that season—the time of year we celebrate the glorious incarnation of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This is an important subject to ruminate over. Considering the wonders of the incarnation of our Lord Jesus will do us well. … READ MORE
Pain Brought Her to the Feet of Jesus
Watch this video to see how the Lord brought Karen through the ordeals of suffering with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome through the power of His Word; and how she is now using Blue Letter Bible to encourage others who are suffering. … READ MORE
Jesus Given for Our Everyday Grace (Hoekstra)
The following is adapted from Bob Hoekstra's daily devotional Day By Day By Grace. "For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life." (Romans … READ MORE
12 Reasons for Christmas (from Scripture)
1. “For this I was born and for this I have come into the world, to bear witness to the truth” (John 18:37). 2. “The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil” (1 John 3:8; cf. Hebrews 2:14-15). 3. “Those who are well … READ MORE
Prophecies Concerning the Birth of Christ
“Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God!” (Romans 11:33) There are a number of prophecies and allusions to Christ the Messiah throughout the Old Testament. … READ MORE
Celebrating the First Advent of Christ
"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 KJV The season is … READ MORE
100: A Psalm for Giving Thanks
Psalm 100, according to its subtitle, is a "psalm for giving thanks." Encouraging worshipers to give thanks at all times, the psalmist provides seven ways that we can give thanks: … READ MORE
International Day of the Bible (11/23/15)
Today is International Day of the Bible. Join millions around the world as we gather to read Scripture together. What is International Day of the Bible? … READ MORE
Blessed are Those Who Walk in the Word
Psalm 119 is the giant of all psalms, and each verse is about the word of the Lord. If the Bible had a theme song (a really long theme song), this would be it. Specifically, it is a song and prayer of someone who delights in the Word. Charles … READ MORE