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Do your children understand Easter?

Do Your Children Understand Easter?

Help your children grasp and understand the depth and importance of Easter. Use our mini-lessons to teach them certain aspects about Easter.

What’s Your View of the World?

Everyone has a worldview, even those who don’t know they have one. But what is a worldview and does it really make a difference in everyday life? In this article, Dr. Del Tackett explores the concept and significance of “worldview” and its relationship to biblical truth.

What’s a Christian Worldview?

A recent nationwide survey completed by the Barna Research Group determined that only 4 percent of Americans had a “biblical” worldview. When George Barna, who has researched cultural trends and the Christian Church since 1984, looked at the “born- again” believers in America, the results were a dismal 9 percent. Barna’s survey also connected an …

Imagine Yourself on the Cross

It is difficult to reflect on Christ’s suffering. It is a reminder of why He had to die, of his horrific suffering and of the sadness surrounding it. But it benefits us to consider, in depth, his death.

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Finding God’s Will for My Life

DEAR BOUNDLESS ANSWERS I’m really excited about the new Boundless Answers feature. I enjoy reading the new columns every Thursday, and now something that addresses the issues facing young men such as myself only increases my anticipation. Here’s my question: How do I find out what God wants me to do with my life? REPLY …

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Communication and Conflict in Marriage

Don’t fear the conflict in your marriage. Conflict is actually a key component of communication. Use it to the benefit of your marriage.

Know Courage, Know Love

The area in our lives where courage is most needed is love. To love deeply is to open yourself to inevitable suffering, usually through rejection or loss.

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Spiritual Growth Through Teachable Moments

Teach your children about God in a way that captures their attention and changes their lives.

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Why Is a Christian Worldview Important?

Perhaps you’ve seen the survey conducted by the Barna Research Groups, which determined that only four percent of Americans have a biblical worldview. Even more alarming, only nine percent of born-again believers in America have a Christian worldview. Probably you’ve see the devastating results of a secular worldview: broken families, wasted lives and ineffective Christians. …

Your Best Present is God’s Presence

From God’s perspective, Christmas is the story of a God of love who desires to have a lifelong relationship with you.

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Why is Advent Important?

Advent is a time of hope. When we show our children Advent’s profound truths, they receive a higher hope than anything this world can offer.

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Christian Fiction and the Power of Story

Changing lives one novel at a time

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The Dangerous Trend of Manifesting and Witchcraft on Social Media

Manifesting your dreams is a dangerous trend sweeping through our schools and social media. Manifesting and setting intentions is witchcraft.

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A Simple Way to Start Family Devotions

Simple, practical and fun ways to start—or start again—family devotions that the entire family will connect with.

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How Practicing Spiritual Disciplines Can Positively Impact Your Mental Health

Throughout church history, people who know Jesus as their Lord and Savior have practiced spiritual disciplines. Spiritual disciplines are habits that help a Christian grow spiritually. These activities deepen a person’s relationship with God so they can be conformed to the image of Jesus.  But did you know that the same disciplines that feed and …

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10 Bible Verses Your Grandchildren Will Love

Speaking into our grandchildren’s lives through Scripture is a privilege.

Celebrate the Advent Season

Learn more about the Advent candles, wreath, readings, and calendar this Christmas season.

What Is Advent All About?

Advent is a beautiful time to remember God’s promises to send a Messiah and how Jesus Christ fulfilled those prophecies.

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A Parent’s Book of Prayers: Daily Devotions

I hope these prayers lead you to pray for your child on a number of topics you might not have considered before.

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Wife Unhappy With Spiritual Leadership: A Guide for Mentors

The topics of spiritual leadership and spiritual intimacy are a common source of conflict in marriage. What advice should a mentor offer?