Can You Control Sinful Thoughts?
You can’t stop every sinful thought from showing up, but you can control your response. Learn six biblical principles that help men fight temptation, guard their eyes and fill their minds with God’s truth.
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What Is the Ninth Commandment All About?
The ninth commandment is about more than lying in court. Discover why honesty matters to God, how lies hurt people, and why the cure is a changed heart.
Read MoreWhat Is the Eighth Commandment All About?
“You shall not steal” applies to more than shoplifting. Discover modern forms of theft, what it means to rob God, and how generosity values people over possessions.
Read MoreWhat Is the Sixth Commandment All About?
“You shall not murder” goes deeper than most of us think. Discover why people matter to God, how Jesus raised the bar, and why our hope is in him.
Read MoreWhy Is Easter the Most Important Holiday?
Christmas and Thanksgiving are great, but Easter is the most important holiday of all. Discover why Jesus’ death and resurrection fix our biggest problem and give us new life.
Read MoreWhat If I Don’t Agree With God’s Opinion?
Almost every Christian has moments when what God says and what they want point in opposite directions. Here’s what to do when you don’t agree with God’s opinion, and why trusting his wisdom leads to life.
Read MoreAm I Really Saved If I Keep Sinning?
Do you wonder whether you are really saved when you keep falling into the same sins? Here is what the Bible says about grace, struggle, and the assurance that comes from trusting Jesus.
Read MoreDoes What Happens on TDY Stay on TDY?
Some treat TDY like a trip to Vegas, but your choices on the road come home with you. Here’s how to stay faithful to your wife and to God while you’re away.
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Live Worthy of the Gospel?
What does it mean to live worthy of the gospel? Discover how your new identity in Christ changes everyday choices, and what to do when you still mess up.
Read MoreWhat Does the Bible Say About Selfishness?
Selfishness isn’t just a bad habit. Discover what the Bible says about selfishness, the subtle ways it shows up, and how Jesus frees us to put others first.
Read MoreWhy Do We Rationalize Our Sin?
Most of us are experts at excusing our sin. We deny it, enjoy it for a while or blame our circumstances. Here’s what the Bible says about rationalizing sin and how confession and accountability set us free.
Read MoreWhat Can We Learn From Abraham’s Failure in Egypt?
Even great people of faith fail. Abraham’s lie about Sarai in Egypt reveals how temptation follows our biggest wins, why dishonesty is really a trust problem, and how God’s faithfulness is bigger than our worst mistakes.
Read MoreHow Can I Get Unstuck When I Keep Falling Into Sin?
Feel stuck in the same sin over and over? The Red Sea shows how God fights for you, makes a way through, gives you a way out of temptation, and forgives you when you fall.
Read MoreDo I Need to Get Saved Again If I Fall Into Sin?
If you have fallen back into sin after trusting Jesus, you do not need to start over. Learn why Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice settles your salvation and how confession restores your closeness with God.
Read MoreIs There an Unforgivable Sin?
Have you ever worried that you committed the unforgivable sin? Here is what Jesus meant by blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, why it was so serious, and why anyone who trusts Christ can rest secure.
Read MoreIs Cussing a Sin?
Is cussing a sin? The Bible doesn’t list forbidden words, but it does call us to drop filthy language, honor God’s name, and use our words to build others up. Here’s how Jesus changes our speech from the heart.
Read MoreDo I Need to Confess My Sins to Others?
God alone forgives sin, so why does the Bible tell Christians to confess to one another? Discover how confessing to trusted believers brings healing, accountability, and freedom from shame.
Read MoreWhat Do I Say To My Friend Who Keeps On Sinning?
When a friend keeps falling into the same sin, it’s hard to know whether to speak up or stay quiet. The Bible gives clear wisdom: look at yourself first, overlook small offenses and lovingly confront serious sin.
Read MoreIs Gluttony a Sin?
Gluttony is one of the most overlooked sins in the church. Learn what the Bible says about overindulgence, how food can become an idol, and how Jesus offers true satisfaction.
Read MoreHow Do I Know If Something Is a Sin?
Some sins are clearly named in Scripture, but what about the gray areas? Here’s how to know if something is a sin, how to use your freedom in love, and where to find grace when you fall short.
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean That Sin Brings Death?
The Bible warns that sin brings death in more ways than one. Here’s how sin damages our relationships, emotions and souls, and how Jesus offers the free gift of eternal life.
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Idols Men Struggle With?
Modern idols rarely look like statues. For many men, they’re good things like money, success, marriage and approval that quietly take God’s place. Here’s how to recognize them and put God back where he belongs.
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Be Made Right with God?
What does it mean to be made right with God? Discover how sin separates us, how Jesus made the first move at the cross, and how faith brings lasting peace with God.
Read MoreIs It Wrong for Christians to Drink Alcohol?
The Bible never calls drinking itself a sin, but it is crystal clear about drunkenness. Here is how Christians can think wisely about alcohol, guard their hearts, and use their freedom to love others well.
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