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3 Reasons Christ Must Remain Human for Us: Learning from Calvin and Owen
By focusing so much on Christ’s work in the past, we may ignore the significance of what Christ is doing in the present. Here are three reasons that we should study Christ’s present work.
We need to know that we are not in charge and we need to know how to submit to God as the one who is in charge.
Podcast: The Power of Habitual Gratitude (Sam Crabtree)
Sam Crabtree explains why gratitude is actually more foundational to the Christian life than you probably think and offers practical advice for cultivating gratitude in the ups and downs of our everyday lives,
Can We Find Lasting Encouragement through the Power of Positive Thinking and Self-Help?
But God's word says that God's power is made perfect through weakness. So I'm intended to come in my weakness in search of God's power, not in search of my own power.
What Really Happened At the First Christmas
Andreas J. Köstenberger, Alexander E. Stewart
In order to appreciate the significance of Messiah’s coming—and thus to understand the true meaning of Christmas—we need to travel back in time, back to the first Christmas.
The God Who Runs After Those Who Wander
We are a people who are prone to wander. We are so drawn to instant gratification. We're drawn to the things that we can see that are tangible and right in front of us.
Podcast: Don’t Waste Your Waiting (Mark Vroegop)
Mark Vroegop offers his thoughts on the difficult yet important question of what it looks like to wait well as a Christian.
Do You Doubt God’s Ability and Willingness to Heal?
Have you ever doubted the power or the willingness of God to heal? This is a doubt we may have about our own circumstances if we’re going through a severe trial of body or even of soul.
Free Download: Printable Verse Cards Tracing God's Unfolding Grace
Download these free printables for memorizing and meditating on God's word.
Introducing the ‘ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal, New Testament Set’
A new edition—great for art journaling, personal Bible reading and prayer, small-group Bible study, or taking notes through a sermon series.
You Are Complete When God Is Yours
Dwell in the light of your Lord, and let your soul be always delighted by his love.
Fortunately for those of us who are Gentiles, Peter obeyed God, crossing cultural and ethnic barriers with the good news.
The Doctrine of Christ's Return in the Bible
What does the Bible say about Christ's return? Learn more from this look into the ESV Systematic Theology Study Bible.
The fifth “ism” that has formed contemporary culture as we know it is pragmatism, a philosophy that measures truth by its utilitarian value.
Why a Devotional Bible Specifically for Men?
The author of the epistle to the Hebrews reminds us that “it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace” (13:9).
How Sharing a Meal Can Show Grace
Tim Chester shares how sharing a meal can show grace.
Do You Long for Truth and Meaning in Life? Read Hebrews
Hebrews is a rich treasury of life-transforming truth and heart-sustaining encouragement. Do you long to know Jesus? Hebrews introduces him as the eternal Son who radiates the glory of God.
The Counterintuitive Nature of Authority
Authority can be dangerous. But, if used rightly, it can also be a blessing.
Podcast: Knowing Your Heart and When (Not) to Follow It (Craig Troxel)
What's the difference between a Christian and secular understanding of the heart, what are the heart's spiritual functions, and how we can think about them in terms of our minds, desires, and will?
When Ministry Becomes a Mistress (by Dave Kraft)
Ministry idolatry is becoming increasingly widespread, reaching epidemic proportions.
The Key Difference Between Entertaining and Christian Hospitality
In a world that doesn’t understand intimacy and would rather mouth off on social media than sit around a dinner table and talk about real things, it takes practice to embrace some awkwardness.
Introducing the ESV Premium Thinline Bible
Made with high-quality materials, this portable, beautiful edition will last for years to come.
Reading the Creation Story on the Shoulders of Giants
Reflect on God's creation of the universe and read from Genesis along with commentary notes from giants of the faith, such as John Calvin, Thomas Manton, Anselm, and Augustine.
God Used This Broken Pastor—and He Can Use You Too
Part of what I try to do as I’m reading church history is to make sure that I’m keeping these people human.
Introducing ‘Good News of Great Joy’ by John Piper
Joyous reflection and eager anticipation mark the season of Christmas, as Christians around the world celebrate the coming of their Savior.
Podcast: Can Christians Embrace God and Science? (Brad Sickler)
How can Christians embrace God and science? Must the two be separated?
How Do We Read the Bible Differently as Followers of Jesus?
The Christian attitude toward the Bible is part of Christian discipleship. To follow Jesus is to follow him in this too.
Are Authority and Submission Inherently Flawed?
Lewis uses the Great Dance as a way of talking about the patterning, ordering, structuring, and interlocking of reality.
Remember These Two Things When Your Emotions Feel out of Control
There’s something deeply right about being out of control of your emotions. We were not made to control our emotions—at least that we were made to be affected by the world around us.
The Present Hope of the Gospel
It is life-changing to know and believe that Jesus came so that we would have all that we need to live as he intended right now.
Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads
Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads