Spiritual Disciplines

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3 Prayers from the Bible for When Praying Is Hard

What do you say to the Maker of the Universe when you’re exhausted beyond words, burdened to your bones by your own sins, heavy-laden with sickness or sorrow, or simply feeling far away? How do you draw near to God in prayer when praying is hard?

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What Is the Purpose of Matthew’s Genealogy?

Matthew’s genealogy, properly understood, gives us good news of a gracious God—one who loves us, pursues us, and works through us even when we are sinful (Rom. 5:8). Matthew’s genealogy ultimately points us to this: God has sent his Son, our only Savior, to give us eternal hope.

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Suffering, Singleness, and the Cure to Feeling Alone

In the church, singleness is often treated as a temporary waiting room for marriage, but Scripture teaches that whether married or single, the chief end of our lives is not family fulfillment but conformity to Christ.

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3 Steps for Biblical Discipleship

Throughout Scripture, the Lord emphasizes the importance of discipleship for every person. Discipleship isn’t a one time meeting, it’s a way of life. But how do we incorporate discipleship into our everyday lives?

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Which Bible Translation Should I Use?

Bible translations that have been put together by committees of scholars over many years—even decades—are considered trustworthy. You can faithfully use them despite the differences that appear in the English. None of them contain heretical interpretations that would dramatically change the way we understand faith, salvation, or the character of God and man.

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