Why does the human race need to be saved? From what? Read some typical reactions to these questions from different people, and then discover through the Scriptures what God's answer is. This study looks at the sacrifice of Jesus, the work of the H
In today's world if there is one characteristic that seems to be ever more fashionable it is scepticism. The idea of ultimate truth is treated with suspicion and those who have certainty are considered a threat. If we look at the Bible however, we c
It is crucial to know who we are. The world loves to label us - by our gender, by our ethnicity, by our job - but as Christians our identity is not in those labels. We are 'in Christ'. We are united to him by faith. This devotional digs into what tha
Ask a woman about love and you are likely to hear about heartbreak. Ask about her identity, and shame and frustration leak out. Ask about rest and enjoyment, and you will hear laments about time and busyness. We live a small fraction of the life God
Lydia shows us how to influence the people around us. Elizabeth's life challenges us to care for others. Other women like Herodias and Sapphira warn us against turning away from God toward bitterness and dishonesty. In meeting each of these women, yo
We tend to think that Old Testament women lived in a suppressive environment, under a patriarchy in which they had few rights. But many of them made significant choices - leading people to freedom, daring to believe God for deliverance, taking real i
What is our priority in life? When we analyse our real focus it can be a sobering experience. The epistle to the Colossians is clear, Christ must be our clear priority. Those that believe in him are rooted in him, alive in him, hidden in him and comp
Why do we worship? Do we do it simply because it's part of a church service, or does it spring from a heart of genuine praise? The Bible gives us a clear picture of what worship is - and isn't - about. Learn how to worship with your whole life and g