(Photo: Unsplash) Bloodthirsty, vicious, fearsome, violent, wicked, indomitable—just a few of the words that describe the ancient Assyrian empire. Though Israel was just a bump in the road to these pillagers, it was a bump they desperately wanted to own. So, they started breathing down the neck of God’s chosen people. As the net began to tighten, the kings of Israel began to get nervous. Rather than turn to the God who split the Red Sea (Ex. 15), toppled the walls of Jericho, and defeated a five-king alliance by hurling hailstones from heaven (Josh. 10), the southern kingdom of Judah opted to ..read more

(Photo: Unsplash) Ephesians 3:8-11 speaks about God’s purpose, including to make His wisdom known through the church in this age, and certainly much more through New Jerusalem. In this portion it is mentioned that God “created all things.” The universe was created as a realm in which God would accomplish His purpose. God is the One who had a purpose and who made a plan in eternity past and who created all things for the fulfillment of His plan. The Lamb is the One who redeemed us, the One who has accomplished a full redemption to fulfill God’s plan. Thus, the throne of God and of the Lamb d ..read more

Simple Truths to Think About as You Enter Your Senior Years Getting old is a journey. As such it is worth preparing for several aspects of the journey. In addition, it’s important to ensure that you have as much enjoyment and fun as possible. Not sure how to do this? Here are several simple things to keep in the forefront of your mind as you enter your senior years. It is always better to be prepared than not. You may need assistance as You Enter Your Senior Years As you age, the likelihood of needing assistance will increase. And you will need to consider both the cost and the likelihood of t ..read more

The Link Between Malpractice and Burnout in Healthcare Providers Burnout among healthcare providers is a concerning and growing issue. Moreover, this impacts not only the well-being of professionals but also the quality of care patients receive. This article explores the relationship between malpractice and burnout in the healthcare industry. In addition, we will shed light on the factors that contribute to this phenomenon. And, finally, we will offer potential solutions to alleviate the problem. Truly, the more we learn about the connection between these two characteristics, the better we can ..read more

Skip to content Sure, there are plenty of “affair-proofing” marriage seminars. But I am talking about the sort of seminars where pastors talk about adultery and taking personal responsibility for one’s own sins. Instead of talking about the horrors of divorce–like pretty much every pre-marital book I read does–why not talk about the horrors of adultery and the destruction it causes?! So often, the “Christian” marriage retreats are designed to teach spouses how to avoid divorce and communicate better. That is not all bad. However, such teaching and such a focus makes something that ..read more

By Elizabeth Prata Susanna and Phoebe are both mentioned as women who believed in Jesus and supported his ministry. In Romans 16:2 Phoebe is named as a benefactor, and Susanna was giving out of her means. (Luke 8:2). A woman is depicted at prayer in an early Christian mosaic seen in the Vatican’s Pio Cristiano Museum. (Wikimedia Commons/Miguel Hermoso Cuesta) Now I commend to you our sister Phoebe, who is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea; that you receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and that you help her in whatever matter she may have need of you; for she he ..read more

Laughter and funny quotes about life bring joy to our weary spirits. Image: Omar Lopez|Unsplash Funny quotes about life are medicine for the soul. In our busy and mundane lives, we all look forward to moments when we can smile or laugh. When things get tough, like losing a job, experiencing the loss of a loved or being stricken by stage 4 cancer, we cannot quickly gather the thought of smiling, laughing, or just being happy. Loneliness, sadness, grief, and other negative emotions occur to all of us. They are part of our earthly existence. But we are not designed not to smile or laugh.  We ..read more

A woman waiting for her husband to call while carrying her baby. (Photo taken by RDNE Stock Project from Pexels website) Does a long-distance relationship work? One of the most challenging love stories is trying to love someone miles away from you.  Some people do not have a choice but to stay away from their loved ones to sustain their lifestyle. Distance does not just test their love but their trust and patience with each other and their situation.  How can people strengthen their relationships when they are miles apart?  Inspiring quotes for long-Distance relationships There ..read more

A man crying. (Photo taken by RDNE Stock Project from Pexels website) Is it okay for men to cry? Crying for men has been an issue. Some say that it is a sign of their weakness when they cry. At the same time, others think that it is acceptable for men to cry even in public. What does the Bible tell us when it comes to crying?  Psalms 56:8 says that God counts our tears and puts them in a bottle. The Scripture means our cries are valuable to God regardless of gender.  Moreover, Jesus regarded tears as necessary when Mary was washing his feet with her tears. He did not rebuke her as a ..read more

Bible verses for kids can serve as building blocks for a child’s religion, character, and values. Image: Samantha Sophia|UnsplashBible verses for kids are like beacons that lead them closer to God. They provide guidance, solace, and inspiration as they develop their faith. Instilling religion and a solid moral basis in children at an early age is made much easier when they are exposed to the teachings of the Bible.  Bible verses for kids are adapted to their level of comprehension. These will help them spark their interest, mold their personality, and lead them closer to God. Bible verses ..read more