The US national team is gearing up for the World Cup, with Clint Dempsey and Christian Pulisic leading the charge. Dempsey, a former US national team star, shares his insights on the team's chances and what to expect from the tournament. With the team favored to win their group, Dempsey believes they have the potential to go far in the competition, but notes that they need to get off to a strong start and avoid conceding goals. [... more]

America's decline is a result of its moral failure and spiritual decay, but there is hope for revival and restoration through prayer, repentance, and a return to God's sovereignty. Nehemiah's story serves as a model for revival, where he prayed for God's favor and blessing, and recognized the power and presence of God. Revival is not just for individuals, but for the nation as a whole, and it requires a commitment to moral purity, involvement in a church, and a willingness to stand on principle and live a life that honors God. [... more]

The Bible emphasizes the importance of submission in marriage, with wives submitting to their husbands and husbands loving their wives with a sacrificial love. Children are also commanded to obey their parents, as this pleases the Lord. The Christian home is a place where relationships are built, and God's plan for the family is centered around love, respect, and obedience. [... more]

Navigating credit card debt and taxes can be overwhelming, but seeking professional help and understanding tax laws can lead to financial freedom. Planning for retirement, including 401k and Roth IRA options, is also crucial for a secure future. Giving to support the work of the Lord, including tithing, is an important aspect of being a faithful steward of God's resources. [... more]

God's promise in Romans 8:28 is a guarantee that all things work together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. This promise is not a quick cure for sorrow, but a promise of God's sovereignty and care for His people, even in the midst of trials and suffering. [... more]

Gene Bishop's remarkable journey of forgiveness after her sister and brother-in-law were brutally murdered by a teenager. She writes a letter to the killer, who responds with remorse, and they eventually meet and form a bond, leading to healing and reconciliation. [... more]

Believers are becoming more intentional about incorporating their values into financial decisions, including where they bank and how their bank uses their money. Christian banking options like Adelphi Christian Banking offer a way to integrate faith and financial decisions for the glory of God. Meanwhile, individuals are navigating complex financial decisions such as retirement planning, budgeting, and tithing, seeking to honor God with their finances and trust in His provision. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie explores the concept of love and its significance in Christianity, discussing how God's love can overcome fear and lead people to repentance. He also emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects God's love, and provides a prayer for those who want to accept Jesus as their savior. [... more]

Groaning for glory is a biblical concept that teaches believers to look forward to the redemption that awaits them in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit helps us in our weaknesses and intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Suffering is not minimized by God, but rather it is used to bring us closer to Him and to glorify Him. [... more]

God asks Jonah three questions about his perspective, priority, and passion, revealing a misdirected view of the Ninevites' conversion, a mistaken focus on personal comfort, and a misguided anger towards God's mercy. Jonah's story serves as a reminder of the importance of living with a correct perspective, prioritizing what truly matters, and having a passion for God's compassion and mercy. [... more]

The Bible describes a war between two cities, Babylon and the New Jerusalem, with Babylon representing mankind united in opposition to God. The New Jerusalem is God's city, founded on love of God, even to the contempt of self. The Christian life requires endurance, delayed gratification, and a deep conviction that the things we can't see yet are real. The Antichrist and the false prophet use religion as a tool to control people, but God's wrath is against sin, not against love. The primary metaphor for the Antichrist and the false prophet is prostitution, representing humanity's unfaithfulness to God. Christians should live in Babylon, deeply integrated into life here, but distinct from her sins and her man-centered ways. [... more]

Joy Neil Kidney shares her family's story of honoring their five sons who served in World War II, and the sacrifices they made for their country. The story highlights the importance of remembering and honoring the fallen soldiers and their families, and how it brings back history to life. [... more]

Summer break can be a challenging time for families, but intentional planning can help make the most of every day. By prioritizing work, play, and rest, families can create lasting memories and shape their children's character. Meanwhile, individuals can navigate financial decisions with a biblical perspective, considering values-based investing and retirement planning to ensure a wise and faithful stewardship of their resources. [... more]

The Bible teaches that suffering is a part of life, but it also offers hope and redemption. Christians can find comfort in the knowledge that their suffering is not in vain, and that they will be redeemed and restored in the future. The Holy Spirit helps believers navigate their times of suffering and stays with them until they reach their glorious finish line in heaven. [... more]

A Christian home is blessed when it is consecrated to the Lord, with a godly husband, a faithful and flourishing wife, and children who are cherished and raised in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. This legacy of faith is passed down to future generations, bringing happiness and prosperity to the family. [... more]

As a child of God, we inherit everything that He has, including His name, throne, and glory. This inheritance brings about the ultimate fulfillment and is a reminder that our suffering in this present world is not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed in us. [... more]

Parents can prevent and reverse screen addiction by understanding brain science and development, setting boundaries, and encouraging alternative activities. Melanie Hempe shares practical advice and strategies for navigating kids and screens, including co-viewing, setting limits, and promoting real-life experiences. [... more]

As children of God, we have an inheritance waiting for us, but it must be received by faith and discipline. The Holy Spirit helps us in our battle with sin and gives us permission to call God Father, enabling us to speak of our identity as God's children and heirs. God adopts us as sons and daughters, giving us new rights, privileges, and joys, and we inherit everything that God has, including His sense of security and wealth. [... more]

Husbands are called to model Christ's love for their wives by sacrificially loving them, discipling them, and sanctifying them through the word. This means dying to self, being gentle and kind, and providing spiritual nourishment and care for their wives. By doing so, husbands can create a home that reflects the love of Christ for his church and glorifies God. [... more]

Naaman, a Syrian general, sought security through his possessions, but his wealth and status couldn't secure his health. He was humbled by the prophet Elisha, who told him to wash in the Jordan River seven times to be healed. Naaman's pride was wounded, but he eventually humbled himself and was cleansed of his leprosy. He learned that true security comes from God's grace, not from his possessions or wealth. [... more]