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How Do We Raise Kids Who Are Not Naive or Cynical? Oct 23, 2020

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As Christians, we aspire to live out the paradox of brokenhearted boldness. But how do we teach and model this attitude for our kids?

How Did God Call Me to Himself? Oct 21, 2020

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From our perspective, coming to Jesus Christ feels like placing our faith in him. But God himself enabled and awakened that faith in us.

I’m Obsessed with My Appearance — How Can I Stop? Oct 19, 2020

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We know outward beauty is insignificant compared to inward beauty. But what should we do if we still feel insecure about our looks?

Are Our Standards for Sexual Purity Too High for Pastors? Oct 16, 2020

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Is faultless chastity an appropriate standard for pastors, or are our expectations simply too high?

My Suffering Feels Meaningless — What Can I Do? Oct 14, 2020

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Sometimes pain seems meaningless, but in Christ, every millisecond of your suffering is producing for you an eternal weight of glory.

How Can I Love God More Than My Boyfriend? Oct 12, 2020

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As a couple’s affection for one another deepens, how can they make sure they are loving God more than each other?

Is My Suffering a Correction for Sin? Oct 09, 2020

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When trials come, how can I know whether God is calling me to patiently endure, or whether he wants me to repent of a specific sin?

How Do We Get Tricked into Sinning? Oct 07, 2020

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When we obey sin, we obey a liar, a deceiver, a murderer. Sin is a slave master who tricks his subjects into eternal death.

Why Did Demons Ask Jesus for Pigs? Oct 05, 2020

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When Jesus comes, he brings deliverance, freedom, grace, and power. But some people prefer what life is like without him.

Why Do I Need to Read the Bible When We Have Bible Teachers Online? Oct 02, 2020

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Today more than ever, Christians have access to a wealth of faithful Bible teaching online. So, why do we need to read the Bible for ourselves?

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