Christian Living

“One Christian might recognize worldly elements in something that another Christian finds acceptable. While this reality calls for charity toward one another, the central point remains—people who are born again possess an inherent sense that things in the world do not align with God’s will.” - Don Johnson

“For many believers around the world, life is more treacherous than most of us can imagine. Those of us who know only peace and freedom have little understanding of what others face. Ongoing war. Persistent famine. Overwhelming poverty. Growing persecution. And on and on.” - Chuck Lawless

“Certain jobs may indeed be temporary placeholders or stepping stones…. It’s not wrong to have career aspirations and to explore other opportunities while we are working a less ideal job. However, it’s a mistake to diminish what God can do in and through us in the present moment.” - TGC

“To those who have had to conclude that they married poorly, I offer my sympathy. I am glad you are admitting what you are admitting, as it can be helpful to simply state this, even if only in your own mind. Of course, the main matter is what you intend to do about it. How will you live within your difficult marriage?” - Challies

“David was no stranger to chaos or change or grief or challenges. He suffered through far more than I can imagine, yet he experienced peace. He knew that deep, lasting rest doesn’t depend on us or our circumstances. It depends on God.” - TGC

“Almost every parent looks back on their experience of parenting and thinks they could have done better. Help your friend to understand this…. But when we are vulnerable because of the grief caused by prodigal children, the devil will whisper in our ear that it is all our fault.” - Challies

“[M]any Christians (the author of this post included), have found it difficult to be consistent in reading their Bibles every day. If you find yourself wanting to more faithfully read the Bible in 2026, here are some suggestions that will hopefully help you start (or reinforce) a habit that sticks.” - P&D

“I was struck by these lines: ‘Do not stand by my grave, and cry—I am not there, I did not die.’ But Jesus wept over death (John 11:35); so should we. While it is true that the person is not consciously there at his or her grave, it is emphatically not true that they did not die!” - Randy Alcorn