10 Key Bible Verses on Being Happy

10 Key Bible Verses on Being Happy July 29, 2023 by: Crossway This article is part of the Key Bible Verses series. All commentary notes adapted from the ESV Study Bible. 1. Matthew 5:2–12 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of…


THE REFINER\’S FIRE

\”He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; and He shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver.\” — Mal 3:3. \”That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and…


How to Pray for Your Enemies

How to Pray for Your Enemies July 27, 2023 by: John Piper This article is part of the How to Pray series. “Pray for Those Who Persecute You” Jesus gives numerous examples of the kinds of behaviors involved in loving our enemies. The first mentioned in the Sermon on the Mount after the command to…


Crossway+ Special: Up to 50% Off Resources from 9Marks

Crossway+ Special: Up to 50% Off Resources from 9Marks July 26, 2023 by: Crossway An Exclusive Offer for Crossway+ Members Crossway is pleased to offer a special discount on a number of different resources from 9Marks that are designed to provide ordinary Christians with sound and accessible biblical teaching, and to help pastors or church…


Your Prayer Life Might Be Better Than You Think

Your Prayer Life Might Be Better Than You Think July 26, 2023 by: Daniel J. Brendsel A Struggle with Prayer “I don’t pray often. When I do, I just don’t know what to say. I know it should be more than a list of demands, but I stall out. I wish I had a better…