In the Old Testament, the word fool is actually a translation of five different Hebrew words that reflect subtle differences in types of fools. Sadly, the English translation makes it more difficult to identify the …

When adversity comes, we are forced to face problems and pressures that are too great for us to resolve. In this way, God gets our attention.

You probably know the pain of regretting words you have spoken: words of pride, dishonesty, envy, gossip, or anger. Although you can seek to restore bruised relationships through repentance and …

Many young people today live in a state of continued frustration while they delay in pursuing marriage until the “right one” comes along. Certainly, it is wise to exercise patience and to have high standards …

We have been considering the divine attribute of God’s transcendence—that He is far above all human understanding or comprehension. God alone can define Himself. God alone can reveal Himself. We …

The operational definition of tolerance is “acceptance of others as unique expressions of specific character qualities in varying degrees of maturity.” Tolerance is extending grace to those who lack …

There are certain words in any language that shift in meaning over the passage of time. One important Bible word that has shifted in its meaning is the word pitiful. In I Peter 3:8, the Apostle Peter …

“Let there be light!” These are the first words spoken by God as recorded in Genesis 1:3. Is it not fascinating that light existed before there was a sun, a moon, or stars? By God’s creative command, …

Dependability is purposing in our hearts to do the will of God, whatever the cost. A dependable person is defined in Scripture as one who is faithful. The Greek word for faithful is pistos and means …

Apr 20, 2023 · The operational definition of wisdom is “seeing and responding to life’s situations from God’s frame of reference.” A frame of reference is the way someone thinks about life, which affects …