Is There a Better Life to Discover?
The world often seems a dark, broken, and uncertain place. We frequently learn of new tragedies and conflicts that threaten to knock us off balance. In his engaging book Discovering the Good Life: The Surprising Riches Available in Christ, pastor Tim Savage reminds us that Jesus stepped into a world every bit as dark, broken, and uncertain as our own.
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How Do We Keep God's Commandments When Obedience Is Impossible?
Do you ever feel like obeying God’s commands is an impossible task? Do you find your attempts at obedience move quickly from determination to disappointment, to giving up and wondering what’s the point? Many Christians do.
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Add the Timeless Classic "The Pilgrim's Progress" to Your Library
Perhaps the most vivid portrayal of the Christian’s journey on the road to eternity is the classic masterpiece The Pilgrim’s Progress.
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Teach Your Child the Remarkable Story of the Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross
A very long time ago, right here in this world,
there was a garden.
In the garden, everything was wonderful.
The world was full of laughing
and playing and smiling and fun.
There was nothing bad, ever.
There was no one sad, ever.
And best of all… God was there!
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What You Need to Know to Live the Christian Life
Following Jesus is a lifelong journey with a marked beginning. None of us are born trusting in Christ for our salvation. Once we’ve been saved by grace, though, how do our beliefs shape our actions? And if we’ve been following Jesus for a long time, how do we stay on the path of continued growth and faithfulness?
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What Are the Beliefs of a Gospel-Centered Church?
The teaching of God’s Word, the fellowship of God’s people, and the sanctification of God’s children are among the essential characteristics of a Christ-centered church. Unfortunately, for many churches today, the Gospel is not at the heart of their ministry. How can we be certain that our local churches are rooted firmly in Scripture and the Gospel’s centrality?
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Take a Remarkable Journey with Jesus This Lenten Season
“Prepare to be redirected, challenged and stirred.” —Alistair Begg
What would it have been like to travel along the road with Jesus and the disciples as they moved toward the most pivotal point in all of human history—the crucifixion?
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Two Qualities You Should Look for in Your Future Spouse
Alistair Begg, in his book Lasting Love, writes, “Physical intimacy and romantic love are not what keeps couples together. It’s the emotional and spiritual aspects that make a marriage sweet.”
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‘My Big Book of Bible Stories’ — Biblical Truth for Children!
In the beginning, way back at its birth,
God created the heavens and cooked up the earth.
Without a big-bang or a pop or a fizz—
out of nothing at all—He made all that there is!
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What Should I Do before I Open My Bible?
It’s humbling to think that God longs to talk to us through His Word, the Bible. No matter who we are or how many times we’ve been less than responsive to His calling, He moves purposefully toward us, still befriending us—through a book!
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