Would you guess that you tell over 1,000 lies per year? If you’re a man, some scientists think you do. If you’re a woman, you tell about 30% fewer lies than men, according to a recent British survey: Men lie the most and feel less guilty about it — but women are the better liars [...]

In the final study of our “Portraits of the Christ” series, we once again have opportunity to visit a word picture given to us by Jesus Christ Himself. We take an imaginary journey to a place of growth and fruitfulness, and are reminded that close connection to the vine is required if we are to [...]

Key passage – John 14 Imagine yourself with a good friend or a close family member. You’ve done nearly everything together for the past several months or years. You’ve grown to know each others likes and dislikes, and you may even be able to finish parts of each other’s sentences. You have grown in respect [...]

Although the camera had not yet been invented, the Bible gives us a number of word pictures to portray Jesus, the Christ. Each captures a different facet of His character, His life and His mission. In this study, we turn our attention to “the good Shepherd,” Jesus Christ. Join us as we consider this description [...]

Some people claim he’s a great teacher. Others think he’s a prophet. Some dismiss him as a liar or even a madman. Millions hail him as Savior and Lord. Whatever people think of him, nobody can deny that he stands at the very crux of human history. The biblical record of his life shows that [...]

Looking through an old photo album can lead us on a trip down memory lane. We are reminded of events that we might otherwise forget. We have an opportunity to treasure special moments we’d spent with special friends and family members, recalling a smile, a laugh, an encouraging conversation or even a challenge they’d given [...]

It’s that time again, at least in North America, when children are returning to school after summer vacation. All of the required books and pens are purchased along with the new shoes and T-shirts. But often we forget about the study space where the children will do their homework. The success of a child’s school [...]

Although the camera had not yet been invented, the Bible gives us a number of word pictures to portray Jesus, the Christ. Each captures a different facet of His character, His life and His mission. Join us as we focus our gaze on these portraits and attend to what God teaches us about Himself and [...]

Key passage – John 11 Take time to revisit a scene in the earthly life and ministry of Jesus, the Christ. Gaze at the people found there. Imagine their thoughts and emotions, and ask God to clearly see Jesus for who He is. Put yourself in their sandals, and consider the events of that day [...]

Although the camera had not yet been invented, the Bible gives us a number of word pictures to portray Jesus, the Christ. Each captures a different facet of His character, His life and His mission. Join us as we focus our gaze on John chapter six and attend to what God teaches us about Himself [...]