Greet the new year and make your resolutions with these inspirational prayers, written prayerfully and hand-picked for you by the Bible Portal team to encourage and strengthen you. Prayer for Moving On Dear Lord, As the year draws to a close, I pray to find closure in some areas of my life, so that I… Continue reading Welcome 2023! Five Prayers for the New Year
Month: December 2022
20 Most Popular and Shared Bible Verses of 2022
BiblePortal tracks bible verses shared on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) everyday, and compiled this list of most popular bible verses based on numbers of shares, likes, and comments. Here Are The 20 Most Popular Bible Verses of Year 2022 #1. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the… Continue reading 20 Most Popular and Shared Bible Verses of 2022
Let God care for you this New Year
Early in human history, God himself sometimes designated specific locations as sacred to the people of Israel. Among them was Gilgal, which Elijah and Elisha visited before their parting: “When the Lord was about to take Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal” (2 Kings 2:1).… Continue reading Let God care for you this New Year
R.C. Sproul: How to Study the Bible
Have you ever a read passage in the Bible and discovered something you never noticed before? How many interpretations can one Scripture passage have? Are all interpretations valid? While the basic message of Scripture is clear, those who do not understand and apply the basic principles of biblical interpretation can easily misinterpret it. In this… Continue reading R.C. Sproul: How to Study the Bible
5 Bible verses to read when the clock strikes twelve on New Year’s Eve
It’s always a good thing to start all endeavors with the Lord. Whether it’s starting a family, entering a new career, starting a new business, or planting a church, the Lord God has to be there at the helm of it all. That said, wouldn’t it be a great idea to let God sit at… Continue reading 5 Bible verses to read when the clock strikes twelve on New Year’s Eve
4 marks of spiritual revival: Lessons from the ‘Jesus Revolution’
What my generation called “The Jesus Movement,” TIME Magazine called “The Jesus Revolution.” They were right. Revolution involves a dramatic change, a return. The same can be said of revival. Simply put, a Christian revival is a return to New Testament Christianity — the way we who follow Jesus should always live. We need another… Continue reading 4 marks of spiritual revival: Lessons from the ‘Jesus Revolution’
Perseverance in Tribulations – James 5:11
“As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.” – James 5:11 The goal of worldliness is to avoid suffering. As much as possible the goal is to succeed in… Continue reading Perseverance in Tribulations – James 5:11
Different Ways You Can Strengthen Your Relationships
Companionship, comfort, and affection are all things we might draw from our relationships with others. Strong relationships with those we care about most—our families, romantic partners, close friends, and coworkers—are crucial to our well-being and enjoyment in life. Having close relationships with those we love can help us grow as people and get through the… Continue reading Different Ways You Can Strengthen Your Relationships
10 Encouraging Bible Verses to Review Before Kicking Off the New Year
With another year coming to an end and a new beginning only hours away, it is important to reflect on things that have brought us down in the previous year and ways we can better ourselves for the new year. It is important to trust in God and know that He will always lead us… Continue reading 10 Encouraging Bible Verses to Review Before Kicking Off the New Year
5 Bible verses when parenting becomes too tough
Parenting might just be the toughest job you’ll ever have. It goes beyond a 9 to 5 job, and it’s never-ending. Even when kids are older there are further issues; they will want more freedom to make their own decisions, and some, you will not agree with. Nonetheless, there is no giving up for a… Continue reading 5 Bible verses when parenting becomes too tough