The grace of God is as high as the heavens and as deep as the oceans. No one knew that better than John Newton, a man saved by the radical grace of God. A former slave owner, Newton became one of the leading voices and preachers of his day. Even … READ MORE
BLB Global Impact: In a Tent Below the Himalayan Mountains Dozens of Hindus Repented
DEAR FRIENDS, Over a million Christians now use Blue Letter Bible every month. Many are leaders lighting the way for those lost in the darkness of false religions. Consider this pastor’s story… “I thank God for Blue Letter Bible,” notes … READ MORE
Why Should We Study Scripture or Doctrine?
(The following notes are adapted from BLB's FAQ section) Some think that the study of Scripture, theology, or doctrine does not matter. "Love God and love people. That's all that matters," they might say. But is this true? Is this really all that … READ MORE
Bob Hoekstra: Obedience by God’s Grace
The following is taken from Bob Hoekstra’s popular devotional Day By Day By Grace. Check out this devotional and many others at the Blue Letter Bible. "For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace…that … READ MORE
Spurgeon: “We are here to glorify Christ in our daily life.”
The following is taking from Charles Spurgeon's classic devotional Morning and Evening. Check out this devotional or many others at the Blue Letter Bible. "We live unto the Lord." (Romans 14:8) If God had willed it, each of us might have … READ MORE
Christ, Forgiveness, and the Cross
“And Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.’” (Luke 23:34) Jesus Christ, the God-man, committed the most scandalously humble act in human history: He made Himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born as a … READ MORE
Havergal: What Is the Consummation of Jesus’ Royal Invitation?
"Then shall the King say unto them on His right hand, 'Come, ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.'" (Matthew 25:34) The following is the final post in a blog series. The series is … READ MORE
Havergal: The Perpetual Covenant, Never Broken
The following is taken from The Royal Invitation, a new online devotional available at the BLB. The Royal Invitation is one of five books contained in a collection written by Frances Ridley Havergal in the 1880s. This book embraces the many requests … READ MORE
Havergal: Jesus, Our Great Intercessor
The following is taken from The Royal Invitation, a new online devotional available at the BLB. The Royal Invitation is one of five books contained in a collection written by Frances Ridley Havergal in the 1880s. This book embraces the many requests … READ MORE
Havergal: He is able to save us “to the uttermost”—fully and completely
The following is taken from The Royal Invitation, a new online devotional available at the BLB. The Royal Invitation is one of five books contained in a collection written by Frances Ridley Havergal in the 1880s. This book embraces the many requests … READ MORE