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Verse for October 18
"Serve one another humbly in love." -- Galatians 5:13 (NIV)
Love becomes visible through practical service. Humility keeps our focus on the needs of others rather than our own recognition. Small acts of kindness can have lasting significance. In serving others, we reflect the heart of Christ.
What is the famous passage in First Timothy that emphasizes the importance of training oneself in godliness and not neglecting spiritual gifts?
A) 1 Timothy 1:1-11
B) 1 Timothy 2:1-15
C) 1 Timothy 3:1-13
D) 1 Timothy 4:1-16
What is the famous passage in Matthew that contains the parables of the kingdom of heaven?
A) Matthew 5:1-16
B) Matthew 6:1-15
C) Matthew 7:1-12
D) Matthew 13:1-52
My Answer
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: How can I conquer discouragement? My doctor wants to put me on prescription medication for my depression, but I don’t really have a good reason to do this. I have a good family, a successful career, and am in good health, except I am always down. Maybe joining a church would help me. – D.D.
A: ...Read more
Devotional for October 17
"The LORD gives strength to His people." -- Psalm 29:11 (NKJV)
Human strength eventually weakens under pressure and responsibility. God provides strength that reaches beyond natural ability. His power renews weary hearts and sustains faithful endurance.
This strength often appears quietly through patience, courage, and peace during hardship. ...Read more
Meditation for October 17
"And made Israel pass through the midst of it." -- Psalm 136:14 (NKJV)
God did more than remove an obstacle; He provided a path forward. His deliverance was personal, practical, and complete.
When believers seek His guidance, God often opens doors that could not have been anticipated. His provision arrives according to His wisdom and timing.
Verse for October 17
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him." -- Romans 15:13 (NIV)
Hope opens the way for joy and peace to flourish. These gifts are rooted in trust rather than circumstance. As confidence in God deepens, the heart becomes steadier and more resilient. His hope renews us from within.
What is the main theme of the First Corinthians?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Unity, holiness, and spiritual maturity in the church
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
What is the primary author of the Book of Isaiah?
A) Isaiah
B) Jeremiah
C) Ezekiel
D) Daniel
'Ordinary white kid' or 'neo-Nazi'? Court records offer new insight into alleged plot to attack Hindu temple in Illinois
AURORA, Ill. — Weeks before his gun jammed outside a Hindu temple in Aurora, Alexandros Paporakis, 19, of Palatine, etched his name at the bottom of a guardianship petition filed by a close family friend. At the same time, prosecutors say, the self-identified white supremacist’s rhetoric toward Indian people was growing more frequent and ...Read more
Florida's attorney general fights for religious freedom. Has he crossed a line?
MIAMI — Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier wears his faith on his sleeve and shares it in legal opinions and threatening missives on state letterhead.
In the 20 months since he was appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Uthmeier, who is Catholic, has made religion a centerpiece of his work, expanding protections for religious organizations and ...Read more
My Answer
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My grandmother is always talking about living a righteous life. I try to explain to her that it sounds very arrogant, because no one can do this, and I don’t think God expects that at all. What does the Bible really teach about people that claim to be righteous? – R.L.
A: Some people confuse ...Read more
Devotional for October 16
"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want." -- Psalm 23:1 (NKJV)
The image of the shepherd reveals God's faithful care and guidance. He watches over His people attentively and provides what they truly need. Nothing escapes His loving concern.
Contentment grows when believers trust the Shepherd's wisdom rather than fear the future. His ...Read more
Meditation for October 16
"To Him who divided the Red Sea in two." -- Psalm 136:13 (NKJV)
Some obstacles appear impossible from a human perspective. Israel stood trapped between the sea and an advancing army, yet God made a way where none seemed to exist.
The Lord still specializes in accomplishing what people cannot. When challenges seem overwhelming, believers can ...Read more
Verse for October 16
"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me." -- Psalm 28:7 (NIV)
God provides both protection and power. As our shield, He guards us in vulnerable moments. As our strength, He supplies what we lack. Trust allows us to rest more fully in His care.
What is the famous passage in First Corinthians that addresses the proper use of spiritual gifts in the church?
A) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
B) 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
C) 1 Corinthians 12:1-31
D) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
What is the famous passage in Lamentations that describes the Lord's mercy?
A) Lamentations 1:1-5
B) Lamentations 3:22-23
C) Lamentations 4:1-2
D) Lamentations 5:1-7
The God Squad: What day is the Sabbath and what is God's name?
Q: Rabbi Gellman, I love your God Squad column, wish it could be daily. I have two questions. 1. Is the Saturday of today the same last day of the week that God appointed as His Sabbath Day in Exodus?
2. Is the name Jehovah used in the Hebrew O.T. as a name for God? Thank you for your time and may our God continue to bless you as ...Read more
My Answer
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: After being out of church for many years, I returned to see what I might be missing because I’d been saved as a child. The preacher got my attention by describing the me I am today. He talked about the fact that many people long for someone, and that someone is Jesus. He didn’t really explain it...Read more
Devotional for October 15
"Wait on the LORD; be of good courage." -- Psalm 27:14 (NKJV)
Waiting tests patience and trust deeply. Human nature prefers quick answers and immediate progress, yet God frequently works gradually over time. Scripture encourages faithful endurance during seasons of delay.
Courage grows through continued confidence in God's timing and wisdom. ...Read more
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