Category: Christian Living

Deep and lasting joy is considered a gift for believers and a result of the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives. But the reality is that there are times when we all need a reminder of the reasons and the source of our joy. Explore these Bible verses about joy and be encouraged today to pray over them and rekindle the joy of the Lord in your life.

There is a Scripture that is often quoted as, out of the heart the mouth speaks, or slight variations on those words. This phrase appears several times in the Gospels and is part of Jesus’ teachings. But sometimes this saying is spoken like an accusation. What exactly does the phrase mean, and do we sometimes take it out of context?

There is a Bible verse that states, ‘Enlarge the place of your tent’. What does this biblical metaphor mean for our lives today? Let’s unpack the context of this Scripture and see the encouraging message within this image.

There are opportunities for growth within our domain, wherever we may be now. Let that thought settle – sometimes God may ask us to stretch ourselves, to see that He has more available for us. Our situation may not be ideal, and our circumstances are far from perfect. But, to step out in faith, they don’t have to be!

The Christian concept of abiding in Christ comes from a familiar passage of Scripture. It is a foundational truth that to thrive and be fruitful in our lives, we must abide in Christ. This is from the teaching of Jesus, with the analogy that He is the true Vine and we are the branches connected to Him. But what does abiding in Christ mean practically for our everyday lives? How do you abide in Christ daily?

There are two verses of Scripture in the Book of Exodus that appear to contradict one another. In a time of crisis, Moses instructed the Israelites to do one thing. But then God told them to do the opposite. Had Moses got it wrong? Can we learn how to be still before God while moving forward and facing our fears?