12 Bible Verses to Read When You Are in Despair

1 Peter 5:7 NIVCasting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 2 Corinthians 1:10 NIVHe has rescued us from a terrible death, and he will rescue us in the future. We are confident that he will continue to rescue us, Psalm 27:13-14 NIVYet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness… Continue reading 12 Bible Verses to Read When You Are in Despair

Who was Tola in the Bible?

Tola (Hebrew: תּוֹלָע‎, means “Crimson worm” or “scarlet stuff” ) was the seventh Judge of Israel. He judged Israel for 23 years after Abimelech died. He lived at Shamir in Mount Ephraim, where he was also buried. He was succeeded by Jair. Of all the biblical judges, the least is written about Tola. None of his deeds are recorded. The entire… Continue reading Who was Tola in the Bible?

Why Acts 20:24 is Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse

Contemporary Christian singer and songwriter Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse is Acts 20:24, and he says that the verse best explains his passion for service. The verse reads: “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my race with joy, and the ministry, which… Continue reading Why Acts 20:24 is Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse