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Kindness. It seems to be lacking in abundance these days. There are so many things to make us bitter and fearful, but a little bit of kindness can a long way in helping your fellow humans. Even as a Christian, it can be hard to be kind, especially when the world seems to be in…
Luis Palau Jr. (November 27, 1934 – March 11, 2021) was a teacher, author, and evangelist who shared his love for Christ to the entire globe. Born in Argentina, he moved to Portland at a young age to study the Bible and became a minister who shared the Gospel with courage. Here are my top…
Bishop Nikolaus Ludwig (26 May 1700 – 9 May 1760) was a German scholar, social reformer, theologian, and bishop of the Moravian Church who helped shaped many beliefs of the Protestant Church to this day. His hymns and teachings hold a special place. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from him: “I have but…
Sarah Moore Grimké (November 26, 1792 – December 23, 1873) was a suffragette, abolitionist, and Bible-believing Christian. From her early days, she fought against slavery and for women’s rights. No matter what opposition she faced, she was steadfast in her Quaker faith and cited as the source of her strength. Here are my top favorite…
Lottie Moon was a Southern Baptist missionary to China, a teacher, and an evangelist. Facing opposition from her own denomination, Lottie never wavered and became a true champion for Christ as she spread His love through Asia. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from Lottie Moon: “How many there are … who imagine that…
Fanny Crosby was a Christian songwriter, poet, teacher, but also a missionary who helped so many people in America’s urban centers in the United States. Not only did she compose several hymns, she also wrote several patriotic songs to celebrate her country. Whatever she wrote, she never forgot her love of God. Though blind, her…
John Newton might be known as the lyricist behind the hymn “Amazing Grace,” but he was so much more. He was a teacher, cleric, and abolitionist. His words of wisdom inspired many to action as he spoke out against the evil of slavery, but also spread the love of the Gospel. Here are my top…
Born in North Carolina, R.A. Torrey was an American evangelist, pastor, educator, and writer. He helped establish Biola University and promoted that Christians should live a “higher life” by continually acting in a holy manner. Above all, he told his fellow Christians to pray. Here are are my top 10 quotes from R.A. Torrey: “The…
Jason Gray brings us a reminder that there is something better on the other side with “Glory Days.” It is featured on the third part of the three-volume music album Order Disorder Reorder. The song is pretty simplistic, but it is very encouraging. Gray is one of the best singers at bringing exhortation to the…
Charles Wesley (December 18, 1707 – March 29, 1788) was an English theologian, cleric, writer, and poet who loved to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Along with his brother John, the two of them would evangelize on two continents, preaching the love of God. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from Charles Wesley:…
Matthew 27:35-56 (HCSB) 35 After crucifying Him they divided His clothes by casting lots. 36 Then they sat down and were guarding Him there.37 Above His head they put up the charge against Him in writing: THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 38 Then two criminals were crucified with Him, one on the right and one on the left. 39 Those…
Ayako Miura shares her amazing journey from nihilism to Christianity in her autobiography ‘The Wind is Howling: The Autobiography of a Japanese Novelist.’ Following the days of a pre-war Japan, Mrs. Miura takes us on a journey from when she was diagnosed with tuberculosis, an engagement that ended, and her friendship with a fellow patient…
Ayako Miura (April 25, 1922 – October 12, 1999) was a brilliant novelist, a respected theologian, and one of the most praised Christian writers in Japan. She published eighty works of both fiction and nonfiction with only a handful translated into English. Despite her health troubles, her love for Christ and her call to holiness…
Mother Teresa honored as Saint Teresa of Calcutta by the Catholic Church was an incredible woman. She was a missionary who took care of countless orphans and raised awareness of their situation. Through her love, she directed people to God and charmed the world with her unshakeable spirit and wisdom. Here are my top 10…
Lemuel Haynes was a slave who was freed in 1774 and joined the American Revolution as a Minuteman. During this time, he began writing about ending the slave trade using the principles of the Declaration of Independence. After serving heroically in War for Independence, he became the first Black minister ordained in the United States…
Christian music artist Carman Licciardello, known to fans and the world simply as Carman, has passed away at the age of 65. Known for such hits as “The Champion,” “Great God,” and “Revival in the Land,” he was a pioneering singer-songwriter who won many awards. He is survived by his wife Dana Licciardello. Carman’s music…
George Washington Carver was a famous scientist, botanist, researcher, and environmental scientist who did not just make his mark on academia. He was also a civil rights activist who put his faith in Jesus Christ at the forefront of his life. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from George Washington Carver: Fear of something…
Tobymac brought us a single in “I’m Sorry (a lament)” that combines his faith with his poetic style of songwriting. It is a sincere look at the apathy that Christians have toward the Gospel. TobyMac described this song in an Instagram post. “Over a year ago as I stood with my wife and a group…
Aimee Semple McPherson, also known as Sister Aimee, was an evangelist and a pastor who served God through the power of the radio. She inspired countless people to come to faith in Jesus Christ, using the power of media and the sincerity of her voice. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from Aimee Semple…
Originally a highly successful shoe salesman, Dwight L. Moody left it all behind to become an evangelist. From there, he became an internationally sought after speaker who declared his love for God across the United States and into Europe. Here are my top 10 quotes from DL Moody: “Faith makes all things possible… love makes…
2020 was not a fun year for most of the United States, let alone the world. Life has been rough. Of course, no one promised us that life is fair, but one thing God promised us is that He would always be with us. Be of courage and do not despair because even though we…
William Ashley Sunday was a professional baseball player who gained notoriety for his prowess as an outfielder. However, he counted it all glory and left the sports after becoming a Christian. From then on, he became known as Billy Sunday, one of America’s most respected evangelists and defenders of the Gospel. He never sought fame…
Matthew 1:18 – 2:12 (ESV) 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. 19 And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her…
Luke 2:1-20 1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that the whole empire should be registered. 2 This first registration took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So everyone went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee, to Judea, to the city…
Paul and Hannah McClure released their new Bethel Music EP The McClures Christmas Morning which features a series of excellent songs for this time of the year, including “Christmas Morning,” a live edition. The songwriter’s note in their description states, “Christmas morning symbolizes the day the world received the best news it had ever heard,…
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