Too often, Christians let their differences separate them. In John 17:11, Jesus prayed to his Father, saying, "Holy Father, keep through Your name those whom You have given Me, that they may be one as We are." He desires unity in the church. When we insist on having our own...

In the verses above we clearly see Jesus pouring out his heart to his Father. The next verses say that even though he was God’s Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered, thus, God qualified him to become the source of eternal salvation for all who would obey him....

Genuine prayer is a language from the heart. It is a heart that is open, honest, and without pretense before the Lord. The transparent prayer cries out, “Lord, I need You. I cannot do this on my own.” It comes from a posture of humility, one in which God will...

In the book of Job, we encounter a vivid description of the leviathan, a formidable creature that epitomizes pride and arrogance. God uses this imagery to remind Job of His power and sovereignty, challenging human pride and self-reliance. The leviathan is portrayed as an invincible being, one that "looks down...

In this chapter of Job, God discusses the Leviathan. After this, Job’s questioning of God melts away and he repents. Today’s passage provides insight into a spiritual foe that is dangerous for followers of Jesus because its influence prevents the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. That foe...