The Parable of the Talents, or the Parable of the Minas, reminds us that everyone receives gifts or abilities to contribute in this life, serving God and others. What we do with the talent we receive...
Ruth was a young foreign widow who generously left her homeland to care for her mother-in-law, Naomi. The story of Ruth is narrated in the biblical book of the same name, the eighth in the Old...
Start the week with energy and faith! Inspire and influence the people around you with a message of encouragement and motivation. May this Monday be the beginning of a blessed week. ☀️ May the...
The king Solomon, son of the king David and of Bathsheba, is one of the figures central in the Bible, known for his wisdom, wealth, and works grand. Governed Israel during 40 years, building the...
The Psalms of the Bible are a source of inspiration and encouragement throughout all times. In many of them, we learn that God is our faithful protection! He has preserved and delivered His servants...
Judah was one of Jacob's sons and the patriarch of one of Israel's most prominent tribes: the Tribe of Judah. He is a significant figure in the Bible, not only for his example of leadership and faith...
Nehemiah was a Jewish leader who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem after the people had been imprisoned in Babylon. He was the cupbearer to the Persian king, but upon learning about the...
In Matthew 18:21-22, Peter approached Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times should I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus replied, “I tell you, not seven times, but...
Esther was a young Jewish woman who married King Xerxes of Persia and, thanks to her position as queen, managed to save the Jewish people from extermination. We find Esther's story in the Old...
Joseph was one of the twelve sons of Jacob and, according to the Bible, the favorite of his father. When Joseph was seventeen years old, his father gave him a coat of many colors. His brothers were...
Ephesians 6 is the last chapter of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, and in verses 10-18, he encourages them to stand firm in the Lord. He knew that as Christians, we face an intense spiritual battle...
Matthew, also known as Levi, was a tax collector who was invited by Jesus to follow Him. He became one of the twelve apostles and wrote the Book of Matthew. His story teaches us that God calls...
Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. He came to free the sinner from the slavery of sin. If we allow Jesus to take the center of our lives, then we are truly transformed, and sin no longer has...
Yahweh is considered God's proper name. "I Am Who I Am" is the most specific designation for the God of the Bible (Exodus 3:14-15). Other names are presented to qualify the endless attributes of God,...
Asaph was a musician and poet in the temple of Israel during the reign of David. A religious leader known as a Levite, he composed psalms of praise and reflection on God's justice and faithfulness,...
The story of Martha and Mary teaches us about the importance of having the right priorities in life. Being in God's presence, seeking to know His Word, avoiding worldly distractions, and living a...
The story of Cain and Abel is told in chapter 4 of the biblical book of Genesis. Out of hatred and jealousy, Cain cold-bloodedly murdered his brother, being guilty of the first murder in human...
We live in a finite world. The Bible speaks about its end and details the signs that will precede it. God exhorts us in His word to stay alert and prepare ourselves. Among the things the Bible...
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (NIV) Joshua received great...
Psalm 46 brings us security and increases our confidence in God. This psalm is highly regarded in both evangelical and Catholic circles for its powerful message of trusting in the Lord and knowing...
Noah was an important figure in the Bible, whose story is told in the book of Genesis. He was a righteous and blameless man living in the midst of a generation dominated by sin, corruption, and...
God's love is the greatest power there is - unconditional, eternal, and capable of transforming lives. It is incomparable, infinite, and can break down any barrier. This love has the power to...
Caleb was a leader and a man of faith. He was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. While ten of the spies feared the giants in the land, Caleb and Joshua trusted in God...
Balaam was a prophet hired to curse Israel but ended up blessing them under God’s command. His story is one of spiritual gifts misused, ambition, and divine intervention where he was only able to...
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. - Ecclesiastes 3:1 Life is made up of many different experiences and emotions. Ecclesiastes 3 explains that there are...
Job was a righteous man, rich and with a very good reputation. Everyone around him knew him as a wise and God-fearing man whom God had greatly prospered. The biblical story tells us how Job went from...
Tamar was Judah’s daughter-in-law and is mentioned in the book of Genesis. After the death of her husbands, she disguised herself and had two sons with Judah to ensure her lineage. Tamar’s story...
Obeying God means living according to His commandments and following His guidance. This act demonstrates our reverence, love, and trust in His wisdom. Jesus teaches us that "If you love me, you will...
In Christ, find your true identity and worth. You are loved and special in God's eyes. Believe and flourish in the confidence He gives you. Love yourself as a daughter of the Most High, cultivate your...
Every Christian woman is a warrior, but what does that mean? In a military context, a warrior is a woman trained to fight and defeat her enemies using strength and strategy. She faces danger with...
Christmas offers us a unique opportunity to reflect on the coming of Jesus into the world and what it has meant for our lives. Many people equate Christmas with gifts, shopping, and parties... But...
If you need encouragement today, the Bible always has the right things to say, words to make your day better! In God's Word you will find hope, courage and the strength to face another day. Meditate...
The miracle of the multiplication of loaves and fishes is undoubtedly one of Jesus' most famous miracles, recognized by both Christians and non-Christians alike. This miraculous event occurred not...
Have you ever received forgiveness you didn’t deserve? You do or say something that hurts a loved one, and you know you've crossed the line, that you don't deserve forgiveness. But, oh, what a great...
Jeremiah was a prophet in the kingdom of Judah during the 7th and 6th centuries BC. He is known as the " weeping prophet " because of his suffering and lamentation over Israel's rebellion against God....
Lydia was a merchant of purple cloth from the city of Thyatira. A woman who feared God, she heard the preaching of Paul by the river in Philippi and, with an open heart, converted to Christianity. She...
Love is the most powerful force in the world. It is the link that connects people to each other and to God. True love does not depend on the person who receives the love. The person who chooses to...
What is faith, and what does it mean to believe in Jesus? Understanding the principles of faith and learning how to be an overcomer are vital themes for the church. Thus, let us boldly proclaim the...
God is in control of absolutely everything. He is sovereign and in the driving seat of our lives. So have no fear! We are under His divine protection. Here are some verses that demonstrate God's power...
The Lord's Supper is the moment when the church, the people of God, partake of the bread and the wine in remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Jesus Himself instituted this celebration or...
The Ten Commandments are: Love God above all things and have no other gods. Do not make idols or images to worship. Do not take the name of God in vain. Rest on the seventh day and dedicate that day...
We all face difficult situations. We try to move forward with our own strength, but many times we need to receive words of encouragement that comfort us. In the midst of those moments of pain and...
The Parable of the Lost Sheep, also known as the Parable of the Strayed Sheep, tells how Jesus loves each one of us. It recounts the story of a shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine sheep in the pasture...
In John 4:1-42, we read about the encounter of Jesus with a woman whom we know as the Samaritan woman. The Bible does not tell us her name, we only know that she was a woman from Samaria and that her...
Bartimaeus was a blind man who lived in precarious conditions in the prosperous city of Jericho. Although Jericho was a city known for its wealth, Bartimaeus, like many blind people of the time, was...
Have you ever stopped to think about all the good things God has given you? The simple fact that you can read this is already a reason to be thankful. There are many people who cannot read or see. We...
Forgiveness is very important in the Bible. Forgiveness reveals God's love and is the solution to many problems. These are 6 important lessons from the Bible about forgiveness: 1. God Forgives Be kind...
This familiar story of the woman who had been subject to bleeding shows how someone suffering greatly demonstrated incredible faith in Jesus and His ability to heal her. It can be found in three of...
The gifts of the Holy Spirit are special abilities that the Spirit gives to Christians to build up the church. According to the Bible, there are at least 17 main gifts. They include wisdom, knowledge,...
Daniel was a young Jewish man of noble lineage who became a great prophet of God. When King Nebuchadnezzar conquered Jerusalem, Daniel was taken captive to Babylon, where he was chosen to serve in the...
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