Articles on Scripture and the Christian Life

Bible studies, explorations of Scripture, and practical writing on prayer, worship, and following Christ.

What Happens After We Die? Heaven, Hell, and Eternity

A survey of what the Bible actually says about the afterlife, the main Christian views of heaven and hell, and why resurrection matters more than most

Bible People and Stories

The Story of Job and the Problem of Suffering

Job loses everything and demands an answer from God. The book gives him a whirlwind instead. Here is the structure of the story and what it says about

Jesus Christ: Life, Death, and Resurrection

Who Were the Twelve Disciples of Jesus?

Fishermen, a tax collector, a political zealot, and others. Here is who the twelve disciples were, how Jesus called them, what became of them, and wha

Understanding the Bible

What Is the Bible? A Beginner's Guide to the World's Most Read Book

The Bible is not a single book but a library of texts written over centuries in three languages. Here is a plain introduction to what it contains and

Faith, Doubt, and Big Questions

How to Deal With Doubt in Your Faith

Doubt is not the opposite of faith, and the Bible is full of people who had it. A practical guide to naming your questions, responding well, and knowi

Bible People and Stories

Noah and the Flood: What the Story Teaches

The flood narrative of Genesis 6 to 9 is a story of judgment, rescue, and a promise sealed with a rainbow. Here is the account, its ancient parallels,

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