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The Gospel of John, chapter 3 verse 16, is one of the all-time beloved and well-known verses in the entire Bible. It is frequently called the “golden text” of Scripture.

Turns out, people want to hear what the Bible has to say. I’ll admit I grew up in a church and denomination that emphasized the Bible—maybe too ...

You’ve built an image of yourself smart, strong, successful, liked. But deep inside, there’s still doubt, fear, comparison, and pain. The Bhagavad Gita isn’t just a scripture; it’s a mirror. And in ...

It’s that heavy, tired feeling of not wanting to be seen, but also quietly wishing someone would notice you. It’s waking up ...

The Torah and the New Testament tell us to love our neighbor as ourselves. Other faith traditions share similar ideals. So ...

Lori Vallow Daybell, who is already serving five life sentences in Idaho, was ordered Friday to serve two more life sentences ...

In 2025, Gallup reported that 9.3% of U.S. adults now identify as LGBTQ+, with Gen Z leading the way at 23.1%. For student ...

Pastor Jack Graham is encouraging Christians to return to biblical truth amid cultural confusion and declining spiritual ...

Since the birth of the early Church as recorded in the Bible, believers have continually been warned of false prophets, deceptive teachers, and seducing spirits that would arise especially in the last ...

After her husband’s sudden illness, Janet faced overwhelming new responsibilities and unexpected challenges, but with support ...

Venezuelan migrants imprisoned for months in El Salvador under a U.S. immigration crackdown have reunited with their families ...