A week ago, I was on a tour of Edinburgh Castle, the heart of the UNESCO preserved area of Edinburgh, Scotland. During the reign of Robert the Bruce, the whole castle was destroyed except St. Margaret’s Chapel. I was drawn in to the history of Margaret, Queen of Scots, and want to claim her for […]| Reflections on the Teche
We sometimes make the mistake of thinking we must choose between knowledge and passion; but in fact the two feed each other, especially in relation to Jesus (2 Peter 3:11-18). The more we learn about Jesus, the more we will love and trust him; on the other hand, it is impossible to genuinely love or truly trust someone you don’t even know (Matthew 11:28-29; Romans 10:14). This is why knowledge is so important. And this is why every Christian should be a dedicated, life-time learner. A heart...| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
I still remember my first time at Vacation Bible School. I was about ten, sitting in a room full of kids, all of us a little nervous but excited to be there. Our faces lit up with wonder as we heard about the boy’s small lunch, five loaves and two fish, and how Jesus multiplied...| Not Consumed
A few years ago, one of my daughters boarded a bus headed south for a mission trip. She barely knew anyone else going, and right before she left, the nerves hit hard. A mild panic attack, second thoughts, and a heart full of questions: “Can I do this?” “What if something happens while I am...| Not Consumed
Do you know how to read the Bible correctly, humbly taking into account the fantastic resources and knowledge available to you?| Thomas Nelson Bibles
We read a very scary list toward the end of the Bible in the book of Revelation: “But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the […] The post Come to the Waters, Seek His Face appeared first on GGWO Church Baltimore.| GGWO Church Baltimore
The power of Reiki is to be experienced by everyone. It is a soothing energy work that facilitates healing and relieves stress on many levels – emotional, physical and psychological, and spiritual. The journey in the world of energy healing puts power to heal yourself and your loved ones in your hands. Learn Reiki Healing... Continue Reading →| Purple Room Healing
Note:Classes start 2nd Jan 2020.Classes will be conducted at 11 am every Thursday at Siddhartha Nagar. We’re starting the Vedic Chanting monthly classes called Veda Adhyayanam at Sankalpam. T…| Purple Room Healing
Do you ever wish you could borrow someone else’s boldness? Maybe the woman who seems to lead her life with certainty and grace while you’re just trying to gather courage to speak up in a group text. We can admire bold women and still quietly wonder, Is that kind of confidence even possible for me? […] The post Confidence in the Lord: What Mary’s Story Teaches Us About Bold Faith appeared first on Esther Press.| Esther Press
Find powerful prayers for comfort to guide you through grief, stress, and uncertainty. Turn to God’s Word and discover hope, peace, and encouragement in hard seasons.| Esther Press
These days, more and more people are identifying with the term “feminist” to show their support for women. While there is an increased popularity in being a feminist and proclaiming... The post True Feminism Raises the Spiritual Bar appeared first on BahaiTeachings.org.| - BahaiTeachings.org
The biggest and most important part of identity formation involves choosing the inner values we decide to emphasize and develop. Those choices start with a flock of inner questions like... The post What Are Your Values? appeared first on BahaiTeachings.org.| - BahaiTeachings.org
The Baha’i teachings identify six essential elements for spiritual growth — the daily practices that will facilitate our spiritual development and can also be used in our search for meaning,... The post 6 Essential Elements for Spiritual Growth appeared first on BahaiTeachings.org.| - BahaiTeachings.org
My friend is a materialist—that is to say, he accepts as reality only that which can be perceived by the senses. Are you a materialist, too?| BahaiTeachings.org
Remember the fable of the Tortoise and the Hare? As I remember it, it goes something like this: An easygoing tortoise challenges a cocksure hare to a footrace. Certain of an easy win, the hare agrees. At the sound of the starting gun, the hare sprints out to an insurmountable lead, while the tortoise moseys … Continue reading Escapism Is the Enemy of Endurance→| Bible Study Nerd
“Today marks 3000 days since we were separated from Sarah.” Those are the incomprehensible words of the text my husband sent me this morning. It took my breath away to read it. I don…| Listening to Him
This beautiful, biblical description of a Christian comes from James Smith in 1856. As you read this pastor's wise and insightful summary of the Christian life, prayerfully consider -- not only whether these words describe you, but -- how they may better describe you. May each of us as Christian bel| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
We don’t like the mess we have gotten ourselves into. This is a fact of life. The lie of the snake in the Garden was that we could make ourselves […] The post Make Your Complaint and Thank Him appeared first on GGWO Church Baltimore.| GGWO Church Baltimore
We are often called angels by those who love us—our families, friends, and colleagues. But beyond these sweet words, Scripture and the study of angelology reveal that true angels, God’s heavenly messengers, exist. They dwell in the heavenly realm, a dimension beyond the physical universe, and are “ministering spirits sent to serve those who [will] […] The post What Is Angelology? The Study of Angels and Their Roles appeared first on Esther Press.| Esther Press
Explore 10 Bible verses about the fear of God to discover how reverent awe leads to wisdom, peace, and deeper trust in Him.| Esther Press
“If I never see another rock again, it will be too soon.” My husband and I, along with four other sponsors and sixteen teenagers took off earlier this summer for northeast Ontario to assist in the …| Bible Study Nerd
I will praise the name of God with a song; I will magnify him with thanksgiving (Psalm 69:30). At first glance, the psalmist's declaration may seem strange. How does one "magnify" the omniscient, omnipresent, almighty God who holds the universe in his hand? In other words, how can anyone make an eve| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Should you read your Bible every day? Are the benefits to daily Bible reading that we might not realize? Yes! Here are some of them| Thomas Nelson Bibles
Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves (2 Corinthians 13:5). Paul's exhortation to be regularly testing the sincerity and purity of your own faith is not given in order to make you doubt your salvation every other day. Faith in Christ is exactly that: faith in Jesu| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
"But grow in the Grace, knowledge, and understanding of the Lord Jesus Christ ", Peter said in II Peter 3:18. It's not by our power that we do so, but according to the working of HIS mighty power in us. We simply yield our lives to HIm to work in us to will and then do what He desires, and by Grace through faith, He takes us beyond our present capacities spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and even physically, and we find ourselves being changed from glory to glory!| GGWO Church Baltimore
Imagine if, when you first started dating someone, you could visit a website and download a manual about them. As crazy as that sounds, it’s not impossible to envision, as AI increasingly shapes our world daily. Yet, while a manual might help, it could never replace the intimacy of getting to know someone through spending […]| Esther Press
The doctrine of the "perspicuity of Scripture" is a well-known and important teaching within the Christian faith. This doctrine refers to the fact that the Bible is clear, that it communicates perfectly. All scripture is profitable (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible can be understood by anyone, barring men| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Christian publishing has existed since the dawn of the church and it is still as important now as ever. Here are eight reasons why.| Thomas Nelson Bibles
Baha’i teachings regarding hardship, the meaning becomes clear as we learn to accept life’s ephemeral discomforts with “radiant acquiescence.”| BahaiTeachings.org
Paul in Ephesians 1:23 describes the church as the body of Christ. And in Ephesians 2:20 Paul goes on to explain that Jesus Christ himself is the cornerstone of the church. As if this were not enough, Paul further insists in Ephesians 3:10 that the manifold wisdom of God is being made known, through| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
What is bibliology? Learn why understanding the Bible’s authority, inspiration, and interpretation matters for your faith and daily life.| Esther Press
What is hamartiology? Discover why the doctrine of sin matters for Christians and the hope found in God’s redemptive plan.| Esther Press
This week, I was given an unexpected and priceless gift. After I said my name to introduce myself to a stranger, her eyes widened as a smile broke across her face, and she said, “You’re Sarah’s mom…| Listening to Him
Fatherhood is a noble calling and the Bible has plenty to say about what it means to be a father and what a father is. The post What does the Bible say about fathers? appeared first on Thomas Nelson Bibles.| Thomas Nelson Bibles
Discover the story of Jezebel in the Bible and learn how her story can inspire spiritual growth, self-awareness, and healthier leadership today.| Esther Press
God has a sense of humor. Do you believe that? I do. While I could give many reasons for this (Exhibit A: the duckbill platypus), I really need to look no farther than my own home. Going against the grain of “normal,” my husband and I opted not to find out the gender of either … Continue reading Breaking Gender Stereotypes to the Glory of God: What Now?→| Bible Study Nerd
So far, 2025 has been a decent year for conservatives on the LGBTQ front, hasn’t it? From the President’s executive order that the US government will acknowledge only two genders to the UK’s Supreme Court decision defining woman as based on biological sex in regards to the Equality Act, it seems that maybe sanity is … Continue reading Prepare Your Heart for Pride Month→| Bible Study Nerd
A list of the Bible’s scariest verses might look something like this: “On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, didn’t we prophesy in your name, drive out demons in your name…| Bible Study Nerd
It is good for me that I was afflicted, that I might learn your statutes (Psalm 119:71). The psalmist David had felt the deep pain of real affliction, and through it he had come to know God better, through his Word. The cost of coming to know God better was his own comfort, but David says it was wor| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Your body isn’t just something you live in—it’s the key to your energy, emotions, and even your spiritual growth. Cloe Sommadossi shares how simple shifts in the body can create major shifts in the mind. If you've ever felt off balance—physically or emotionally—this conversation will change how you see movement.| The Mindvalley Podcast With Vishen Lakhiani | Listen Now
Discover four powerful lessons from the Samaritan woman at the well that show how God sees, restores, and empowers women—no matter their past.| Esther Press
In a single afternoon, Job’s world was devastated. He lost not only all of his impressive livelihood, but also all ten of his children in a single tragic accident. Yet, from his mouth come surprising and convicting words: Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will leave this life.The LORD gives, and the … Continue reading Abiding in Christ Is a Fight for Faith→| Bible Study Nerd
Tired of the “me first” attitude in your kids? Let’s shift the focus from selfishness to stewardship—teaching our kids to use their time, money, and talents for a greater purpose.| Not Consumed
Christology is the study of who Jesus is, what He has done, and what that means for believers. Here's why that matters for believers today.| Esther Press
Christian evangelism transforms lives. Sustained growth flows from an intentional discipleship ministry. By creating a discipleship pathway, churches can help people experience spiritual maturity. The post Fostering a Disciple-Making Culture with a Discipleship Pathway appeared first on Church Growth Magazine.| Church Growth Magazine
This “knowledge” puffs up, but love builds up. If anyone imagines that he knows something, he does not yet know as he ought to know (1 Corinthians 8:1-2). Paul, writing to two groups in the Corinthian church who were split over what to do with idol-food, interestingly does not at first even mention| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
What is the #1 thing you want for your kids? Is it good grades? A successful career? A great spouse? Do you want them to be the next Michael Jordan or as rich as Elon Musk? Maybe you want your kids to be kind to others and do the right thing. Parents spend a lot...| Not Consumed
“Spiritual disciplines? What are those?” I wondered. I had grown up going to church and knowing all the church things. But the summer after my junior year of high school was the first time I had realized having a relationship with God required effort on my part! Sure, I knew I should read my Bible—I...| Not Consumed
Boldness in the Bible isn't about never feeling scared. It's about stepping into challenging spaces with conviction. Here are three women who did just that.| Esther Press
I myself am satisfied about you, my brothers, that you yourselves are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge and able to instruct one another (Romans 15:14). Paul, writing to everyday and average Christians in the church at Rome, insists that every Christian should be “able to instruct.” Paul| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts... (1 Corinthians 14:1). Christians should desire giftedness. Although any spiritual gift is useless unless it is practiced in love (1 Corinthians 13:1-2), Paul exhorts the saints to desire the spiritual gifts. When was the last time you prayed f| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
“All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be dominated by anything (1 Corinthians 6:12). It seems as Paul writes his first letter to the church at Corinth, that the Corinthians were taking Paul’s own words -- his principle of freedom in Christ specifically -- and twisting it to their own sinful| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Systematic theology is a disciplined approach that helps us better understand and explain our religious beliefs by organizing them into a logical framework.| Esther Press
This is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent (John 17:3). It is common, as each year begins, for people to make New Year’s resolutions … which is not a bad practice. As we look back over the past year(s), it is appropriate to wonder if we accomplis| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
Today is Sarah’s birthday, our eighth without her. “Eight.” Such an inadequate number to describe the span of my painfully missing and longing for my child. “Forever” …| Listening to Him
Lying awake in the still of the night last night, a seemingly endless reel of joyful family memories played in my mind’s eye. One by one, snapshots of time flashed in the dark, countless prec…| Listening to Him
Looking for encouragement and wisdom? Turn to Christian podcasts for women! Discover your next listen in our list of top podcasts for Christian women.| Esther Press
A very mature Christian came to me recently and said, “I want to learn more about doing family devotions well." Not long after, I had a very edifying conversation with a gray-haired saint who was wanting to study a particular Bible topic together. These encounters just reminded me of this fact: the| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:13). In the middle of this famous chapter on spiritual gifts, Paul makes it clear that partaking of the Spirit of God is something that every Christian exper| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
I have an intrinsic longing to be part of a team. I deeply love and crave the experience of walking and serving wholeheartedly with others. Yet it seems so much of my journey is one of solitude. I awoke at 2 am this morning with a deep sense of aloneness. I grappled in prayer over … Continue reading Alone With God Alone→| Listening to Him
Dr. Michael Gleghorn makes a case for why Christian doctrine and apologetics are important for spiritual growth and maturity.| Probe Ministries
Oxford English Dictionary defines pillar figuratively as “a person seen as a source of support or stability; esp. one of the main supporters of some principle or institution, a…| Listening to Him
The doctrine of the "perspicuity of Scripture" is a well-known and important teaching within the Christian faith. This doctrine refers to the fact that the Bible is clear, that it communicates perfectly. All scripture is profitable (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible can be understood by anyone, barring men| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
“Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the rac…| Listening to Him
I’m very excited to announce Sifted is scheduled to be released on June 4th on Amazon, Kobo, and IngramSpark. It will be available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats. The ebook is ava…| Listening to Him
I’m feeling the full gamut of emotions as I share this announcement. Much of the past year has been spent diligently working toward this goal, and it’s finally here… Sifted: Diary…| Listening to Him