Asking the Question: “What is the Will of God?”

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When I became a Christian at nineteen years old, I wondered at the idea of God’s will for my life. I was a sophomore in college, and it felt like one wrong choice could derail my future. In my prayers, I would ask the LORD, “What does it mean to ‘do’ or to ‘live’ according to Your will?”

My ideas of God’s will for my life were somewhat confused. I grew up watching movies and reading books that used terms like “fate” and “destiny” to describe the trajectory of human life and actions. So, I wondered, “Is God’s will just a Christian term for ‘fate’? Is everything about my life predetermined, such that I have no personal will or influence?” On the other hand, the greatest heroes talk of making their destiny, rising from the ashes to battle their way to eternal glory. So then, perhaps humans carve our destiny by acting boldly and taking action. But where does that leave God?

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7 Free Shareable Quotes and Bible Verses with Images

7 Free Shareable Quotes and Bible Verses with Images

Maybe you know of someone who can use an inspirational quote or Bible verse today. Maybe that someone is you.

Here are 7 free shareable quotes and Bible verses with images:

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10 Bible Passages to Read Aloud with Your Family

10 Bible Passages to Read Aloud with Your Family

During this difficult time of moral decline in our society, it is crucial to maintain not only a strong personal relationship with God, but also maintain a godly family, which is united to serve Jesus Christ.

One powerful way to develop your family unity with one another and with God is by reading the Bible together and having close fellowship as a family. I would like to suggest 10 Bible passages to read outloud with your family that I believe to be inspiring, encouraging, and thought-provoking.

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Inspiration of Scripture: Is The Bible the Inspired Word of God? [Video]

Inspiration of Scripture: Is The Bible the Inspired Word of God? [Video]

Over the last century, the doctrine of Inspiration (i.e. inspiration of Scripture) has become a centerpiece of discussion and interest, which in effect has raised many questions. For example, how can one know that the Bible is in fact inspired? If men wrote the Bible, how can it be of divine origins? How much of Scripture is actually inspired? Etc.

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3 Things To Keep In Mind When Caring for a Sick Child

3 Things To Keep In Mind When Caring for a Sick Child

The heavy wooden door groaned as I pushed past with a silver cart laden with towels, hot water, and materials to build a splint. Closed blinds shed a dim light on a young boy lying restlessly on the hospital bed. His mother rose to meet me; her eyes too tired from caring for a sick child to return my smile as I entered the room.  She had been by his side almost every moment for the last 72 hours so that her son would have a friendly face whenever he was awake during the day...

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