Can We Find Lasting Encouragement through the Power of Positive Thinking and Self-Help?
Lindsey Carlson
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.
Dads: Know the Difference Between What the Gospel Requires and What it Produces
Voddie Baucham Jr.
Dads must also know the difference between condemning our family with the law and shepherding them with the gospel.
The “Already and Not Yet” of God’s Redemptive Promises
Nicholas G. Piotrowski
New Testament theologians have this great phrase called the “already and the not yet,” and it’s a way of speaking about how Jesus has fulfilled and accomplished all the promises of God.
January 2025 New Releases
Learn more about the new and notable resources releasing this month from Crossway, including the ESV Holy Bible: Dyslexia-Friendly Edition and How Do I Disciple Others?* by J. Garrett Kell.
3 Things You Should Know about the Redesigned ESV Student Study Bible
Here are three things you should know about the redesigned Student Study Bible.
7 Ways to Use ‘Unfolding Grace’ in Your Church
Drew Hunter
Many Christians know key doctrines or various texts within the Bible, but they often miss the sweep of the Bible’s big story and how it connects to Christ.
Why It’s Easier to Show Regular (Not Sporadic) Hospitality
Rosaria Butterfield
It’s much easier for me to practice daily hospitality than it would be monthly because I don’t have to do something different.
There Are No Unimportant Parts of the Church
Megan Hill
The Spirit gives exactly the right gifts in exactly the right measure at exactly the right time to exactly the right people for the well-being of the local church.
How Lament Can Help with Racial Reconciliation
Mark Vroegop
When we don't know what to say, lament can become a really helpful language to use.
You’re Needed, No Matter What Life-Season You’re In
Rosaria Butterfield
Without trying to be somebody you're not, think about how you can be hospitable to those around you in your current season of life.
God Is Great, God Is Good
Lee Tankersley
Our need to anchor our souls with the reminder of God's goodness and greatness hasn't changed.
The Passover Lamb Is the Fulfillment of Centuries of Hope
Paul David Tripp
The bad news all of us have to face is that sin captures us all. It always enslaves and leads to death. The good news is that Jesus is the Passover Lamb who has purchased our freedom.
The Apostle Paul: A 5-Day Devotional
Over the next five days, learn more about the apostle and be encouraged to imitate his example of unwavering confidence in God's grace and love toward others.
Is There Any Benefit to Looking Inward to Find Myself?
Brian S. Rosner
It's easy nowadays to sneer at people who say things like, "Be yourself. Be true to yourself. You do you.” But the reality is there are some real benefits to looking within yourself to find yourself.
Free Download: Printable Verse Cards Tracing God's Unfolding Grace
Download these free printables for memorizing and meditating on God's word.
Don’t Neglect Worship to Enjoy the Earth
Joe Rigney
Our lives ought to be structured by regular rhythms of direct and indirect godwardness, moving back and forth between direct interaction with God himself and active engagement with the world.
Simply Read: Day 3
Day 3 of Simply Read, an 8-day Bible reading challenge through the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts.
Favorite Christmas Traditions from Crossway Kids’ Book Authors
Read what the authors of Crossway kids' books had to say about their favorite Christmas traditions, and perhaps even find inspiration to incorporate new traditions into your own celebrations this year.
In an Outrage Culture, Choose Respect
Paul David Tripp
We would do well to remember that behind the social media post is someone who was formed by God to bear his likeness.
Jen Wilkin Answers Your Questions about Bible Study (Women of the Word Bonus Episode)
Jen Wilkin
In this special bonus episode, Jen Wilkin answers the questions that listeners have sent in about studying the Bible.
7 Notable Quotes from Surviving Religion 101
The college years can challenge your faith and belief in the Bible, so it’s important to equip yourself to engage secular challenges with intellectual honesty, compassion, and confidence.
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.
3 Questions Leaders Should Ask Themselves about Equipping the Church for Ministry
Edward T. Welch
Here are three questions for church leaders to ask themselves before trying to help their people love each other better.
Spurgeon’s Secret to a Fruitful Ministry
Michael Reeves
Fruitful ministry is less about self and more about Christ.
Is There a Difference between Courage and Christian Courage?
Joe Rigney
Jesus is better. And that enables me to face the danger, the hardship, and the fear of death that’s in front of me, because Christ is gain.
3 Practical Ways to Love Your Neighbor
James H. Grant Jr.
In 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 the apostle Paul gets very practical about what brotherly love should look like.
We Need Another Storyline to Put Ours in Perspective
Mark Talbot
Orienting ourselves by stories involves using their storylines to put our lives in proper perspective.
6 Questions about Finding a Mentor
J. Garrett Kell
We need mature believers to help us resist sin, grow in godly affection, and to persevere in faith.
Reading the Bible with Dead Guys: Charles Hodge on Romans 8:32
Charles Hodge
*Reading the Bible With Dead Guys is a weekly blog series giving you the chance to read God’s Word alongside some great theologians from church history.