Why Catholic Philosopher Robert George Matters to Protestants
Andrew T. Walker
With a career spanning over thirty years and who presently holds the title of McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence, Robert P. George is one of the world’s most prominent and respected public intellectuals.
Are You Experiencing FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)?
Tony Reinke
Because of Christ's assurance of salvation to all believers, we don't need to fear missing out on eternity.
The Greatest Promise in the Bible
Nancy Guthrie
What we see in Eden is God preparing a home that he intended to dwell in with his holy people.
Backsliding Stems from Indifference to the Necessity of Christ
John Owen
There are reasons that are peculiar unto every especial instance of backsliding in any kind. We must not forgo the gospel, with our own experience, and ruin our souls.
Don't Miss What God Is Teaching You in Your Pain
Dave Furman
God works through our weakness to bring glory to his name and make it absolutely clear that it's him who's at work.
Help for Thinking Wisely about Health Care
Bob Cutillo, MD
Health care, while being a good gift from God, actually becomes unhealthy when we rely too heavily upon it.
Why Death Is the Final Stage of Salvation
Crawford Gribben
Death often brings reality to light. When individuals are thrown onto their last resources, they show where their true hopes lay.
Why Do We Feel Lonely at Church?
Jeremy Linneman
In this video, Jeremy Linneman takes time to explain why the mounting problem of loneliness matters and offers suggestions for how we might build spiritual communities for ourselves.
Dear Pastor, You Are the Primary Worship Leader in Your Church
Bob Kauflin
Pastors, you may not own an instrument or know how to play one. But your congregation looks to you to know what it means to be a worshiper. You are the primary worship leader in your church.
The Key to Contentment
Paul David Tripp
There is no doubt about it—the Bible is a big-picture book that calls us to big-picture living.
Fight Your Sin
Jonathan K. Dodson
Before we address fighting sin, it is worthwhile to point out that the victory over sin has already been won in Christ.
ESV Bibles for Reading, Devotion, Study, Journaling, and More
Here are some of our favorite Bibles for diving deep into meditation and study. Find one for yourself or someone you love this season.
Is Propositional Revelation Nonsense?
Francis A. Schaeffer
There are two ways to consider the question of propositional revelation and infallibility. Until the first is in place, the second cannot be sensibly pursued.
Infographic: 6 Counterproductive Approaches to "Studying the Bible"
The infographic below, drawn from chapter 2 of Jen's book, highlights 6 common—yet ultimately counterproductive—approaches to "studying the Bible" that we all struggle with from time to time.
Parents, Disciple Your Teens (While There's Still Time)
Jaquelle Ferris
Teens need discipleship, and parents are some of the best disciplers.
Why Christ’s Relationship to the Law Matters
Jen Wilkin
Christ fulfills the law by obeying it perfectly during his earthly ministry. This is an important detail that's sometimes left out of gospel presentations.
How the Sacraments Act as Contracts
Tim Chester
The gospel is a series of promises expressed in words. God promises forgiveness, acquittal, adoption, preservation, resurrection, and glory.
Help! I Don’t Know How to Rest Well
Dave Kraft
Be honest with yourself. Are you perhaps traveling too fast and trying to do too much—thereby violating the concept of Sabbath on a weekly and daily basis?
A Family Christmas Devotional from ‘The Biggest Story’
Douglas Sean O'Donnell
Gather your family together and read through this special Christmas devotional from The Biggest Story Family Devotional, complete with Scripture readings, discussion questions, and a gospel connection.
The Modern Challenge to the Doctrine of Justification
Matthew Barrett
In the 21st Century, though, we not only continue to face that challenge that the Reformers had with the Roman Catholic Church but also a bigger task.
4 Ideas for Sermon Prep with Your ESV Digital Scripture Journal
Crafting a meaningful sermon demands time, energy, careful thought, clear insight into the Bible's meaning, and nuanced application of Scripture’s intent.
What Hurts Most in Ministry
John MacArthur
It is deeply wounding to be accused falsely and to be treated as if you dishonored the Lord when you haven't.
Saving Faith Receives Christ
John Piper
Saving faith goes beyond confidence in Christ’s reliability, and receives him—not just his word, but himself, that is, all that God is for us in him.
How Being Honest about Death Brings Hope
Matthew McCullough
We live with more detachment from death than in any other time and place in history.
The Importance of Books in Christian History
Greg Forster
From ancient times, books have had a profound and mysterious power to move us. We find this in every culture and in every time period.
How to Pray in Times of Trouble
Philip Graham Ryken
When we cannot articulate our prayer requests to God, the Holy Spirit understands our groanings and translates them into intelligible prayers that God the Father can understand and will answer.
2 Comforts for Those Discouraged with Prayer
Kevin DeYoung
Many Christians are—or have been—discouraged by their prayer lives. Here are a couple of things to remember about the practice of prayer.
4 Feasts We Eat Every Week at Church
Kristen Wetherell
The primary spiritual meal of our week is before us on Sunday mornings. Through a sumptuous banquet for our hungry souls, God’s word nourishes us. Together.
Practical Tips to Prepare for the End of Life
John Dunlop, MD
As we’re coming to the end of life, it’s very important to make practical decisions about how and where we want to depart.
How Do We Grow in Holiness? (Part 2)
Tim Chester
Tim Chester presents seven elements of a reinforced faith.