Author: BiblePortal Staff

Rejoice Evermore

“And again I say, Rejoice” (Phil. 4:4). It is a good thing to rejoice in the Lord. Perhaps you have tried this, and the first time seemed to fail. Never mind, keep right on and when you cannot feel any joy, when there is no spring, and no seeming comfort and encouragement, still rejoice, and… Continue reading Rejoice Evermore

Prayers in the New Testament

I. Example and teaching of Jesus Christ The special character of the Fourth Gospel should be remembered. Of the Synoptics, Luke is specially instructive as to prayer (cf. Acts also). 1. Christ’s example 2. Christ’s teaching The range of prayer is chiefly for spiritual blessing (cf. Lord’s Prayer, and esp. Matthew 6:33), but not exclusively so (‘daily… Continue reading Prayers in the New Testament

‘God is slow to anger’: Bible verses and inspirational quotes on compassion for helping to heal a broken world

Compassion has surely never been more needed in this broken, angry world of war, famine, disease, poverty and fear. The Bible shows us again and again the good news of God’s compassion for us, perhaps most vividly demonstrated in the parable of the Prodigal Son, referred to at the end, below. God’s compassion for us can… Continue reading ‘God is slow to anger’: Bible verses and inspirational quotes on compassion for helping to heal a broken world

Charles Spurgeon: Always, and For All Things

“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”—Ephesians 5:20. THE position of our text in the Epistle is worthy of observation. It follows the precept with regard to sacred song, in which believers are bidden to speak to themselves and one another in psalms… Continue reading Charles Spurgeon: Always, and For All Things

Based on Acts 16:31, can we ask God to save our household?

They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved —you and your household.” Acts 16:31 NIV The Philippian jailer is one context. There you’ve got the head of the household who has come to faith in Christ. I was brought up in a family that never went to church. My mother and… Continue reading Based on Acts 16:31, can we ask God to save our household?

John MacArthur: Who Is Jesus?

Well, I was asked to speak on the subject “Who is Jesus?” That is very basic, but it’s certainly a question that a lot of people are struggling to answer. Some of you have been reading, recently, probably about the pseudo religion called Scientology. You know about Scientology? You probably came into Scientology through the… Continue reading John MacArthur: Who Is Jesus?

What are Prayers In the Old Testament?

The history of prayer as it meets us here reflects various stages of experience and revelation. 1. Patriarchal Period Prayer is (1) colloquy with God ( e.g.   Genesis 15:1-2;   Genesis 15:7-8;   Genesis 17:15-16;   Genesis 17:22 ); (2) intercession ( e.g.   Genesis 17:16;   Genesis 18:23 ff.); (3) personal supplication ( e.g.   Genesis 15:2;   Genesis 32:11;   Genesis 43:14 ); (4) asseveration ( e.g.   Genesis 14:22 ); (5) vow ( e.g.   Genesis 28:20). 2. The Law ( i.e. as codified and expanded in later… Continue reading What are Prayers In the Old Testament?

10 Bible verses that show why Christians should live generously

Christians are called to live generously. Jesus lived a radically generous lifestyle – giving freely with his time and gifts. But sometimes it’s hard to be generous, and we need to be reminded to live in a way that honors God not just with our money, but our time, too. Here are 10 Bible verses… Continue reading 10 Bible verses that show why Christians should live generously

Billy Graham: How to Be Thankful in All Things

Are you thankful no matter what? Look at the story of a man who had every right to be bitter—but wasn’t. The next footsteps in the corridor, he knew, might be those of the guards taking him away to his execution. His only bed was the hard, cold stone floor of the dank, cramped prison… Continue reading Billy Graham: How to Be Thankful in All Things