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Christian, if studying the Bible isn’t really your thing, can we chat for a minute? While Christianity isn’t dependent upon our academic inclinations, nor our interest in reading in general—to suggest those who are illiterate, have a learning … READ MORE
"For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth that is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that … READ MORE
The following has been adapted from the works of F.E. Marsh. The Lord gives at least a sevenfold strengthening to His people as they trust Him. The strength of His grace to empower. "And He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My … READ MORE
A letter to the one with secret sins (adapted from a sermon by Charles Spurgeon). Dear Pretender, You look quite nice on the outside. Your conduct is outwardly upright, amiable, generous and Christian. But you indulge in some sin which the eyes … READ MORE
The leadership at Blue Letter Bible places a priority on discipleship for our staff. Since our ministry here involves helping others grow in their understanding of God's Word—through the BLB's tools and resources—we want to make sure that we are … READ MORE
"Let Your mercies come also to me, O LORD— Your salvation according to Your word." (Psalm 119:41) Notice that this stanza in Psalm 119 (verses 41-48) begins with a request. It begins with a cry for the mercies (or steadfast love) of Yahweh. And … READ MORE
The following is adapted from TruthXchange's worldview evangelism course, titled "Only Two Religions?" To take this free course, visit the Blue Letter Bible Institute. The Christian religion is the only one that truly believes in a God who is … READ MORE
God has the only key of the soul. We can shut our souls, but cannot open them again. So we can shut our hearts to divine truths. We can naturally do this. But to open them without the help of the Spirit we cannot do. He can open our understandings, … READ MORE
The following is adapted from Bob Hoekstra’s Day By Day By Grace devotional, available at Blue Letter Bible. "In Him we have our redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace…that in the ages to come He … READ MORE
The following is adapted from Charles Spurgeon's Morning and Evening devotional, available at Blue Letter Bible. "Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 "Grow in grace"—not in one grace only, but in … READ MORE