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On every trip, decisions are made. Along the road of life, we inevitably face intersections and decisions about which way to go. It is at those moments that we must live by faith, asking God for wisdom and believing that He will never lead in the wrong direction. It is our hope that each article on the blog will encourage you to keep enjoying the journey…and look for Jesus along the way.

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John reminds them of the season of confidence, the source of confidence, and the supplication of confidence. Together, they help establish Confident Christianity!

Confident Christianity by Bob Sanders

January 5, 2026

Confident Christianity I John 5:13-17 “These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. And this is the confidence that we have in him, that,…

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A bee takes flight from a flower on the Western Hill in Jerusalem. This hill is in the fertile highlands, but is close to the less arable lands to the south where shepherds such as David pastured their flocks in the wilderness. Photo by John Buckner

Milk and Honey

By John Buckner | March 28, 2024
“And I am come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto...
Study the final seven sayings of Christ from the cross. All you need to know about our Lord is revealed in the final words of Jesus on the Cross, Jesus's 7 Cries from the Cross

What Did Jesus Say On The Cross?

By Scott Pauley | March 24, 2024
The 7 Cries From the CrossThe most important week in the history of the world, the week that changed eternity, was the week between Palm...
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It Is Well in Zion

By John Buckner | March 22, 2024
“And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee. Sing praises to the Lord,...
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Jonah and Peter in Joppa

By John Buckner | March 13, 2024
Jonah and Peter in Joppa “And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: He lodgeth with one Simon...
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“Biblical Revival” by Dr. Bob Sanders

By Guest Author | March 12, 2024
Within Psalm 73, we see one of the most defined and Biblical pictures of revival in the Word of God. The psalm sets before us...
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Diana of the Ephesians

By John Buckner | March 7, 2024
“For a certain man named Demetrius, a silversmith, which made silver shrines for Diana, brought no small gain unto the craftsmen; Whom he called together...
The Pool of Bethesda is a mishmash archaeologically. At various points in history it has housed Byzantine and Crusader churches, as well as an Islamic law school. It has been built over multiple times through the centuries. Photo by John Buckner

The Pool of Bethesda

By John Buckner | March 1, 2024
“After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a...
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A Word for the Year – A Principle for Your Prayer Life

By Scott Pauley | February 29, 2024
Each January, I adopt a Bible word or passage as my Scripture for the new year. Meditating consistently on one truth helps me concentrate on...
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Winning Athletes

By Chase Whitten | February 28, 2024
Winning Athletes Champions are not afraid of conflict and labor while giving their best in competition. Very few athletes ever win by accident. Winning in the...
The soft, inviting sand in the bottom of most wadis appears to be an ideal place to pitch a tent for the night. However, the wise camper will instead spend the night on the high ground, despite the rocks and thorn bushes. Wadis, such as this one in Jordan, can be deceptive. Photo by John Buckner

Floods in the Desert

By John Buckner | February 21, 2024
“And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded...
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Revival Praying at Noon

By Scott Pauley | February 20, 2024
“And now for a little space grace hath been shewed from the Lord our God, to leave us a remnant to escape, and to give...
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A One-Track Mind by Dr. Charles Wetherbee

By Guest Author | February 16, 2024
A One-Track Mind "A double-minded man is unstable in all his ways" (James 1:8). Just for a silly hypothetical situation, suppose a train decided it didn't...
Ancient millstone in Capernaum, with the Sea of Galilee in the background. It is easy to imagine Jesus pointing and saying “It would be better to have that tied around your neck and be thrown in there!” Photo by John Buckner

Millstones in Capernaum

By John Buckner | February 14, 2024
“At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus called a little child...
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A Testimony from Pakistan

By Chase Whitten | February 8, 2024
We deeply appreciate people praying and asking God for souls to be saved during this gospel mission to Pakistan. My heart was stirred, challenged, and...
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The Brass Serpent

By John Buckner | February 7, 2024
“And Moses made a serpent of brass, and put it upon a pole, and it came to pass, that if a serpent had bitten any...
Study the Life of Joseph

New Companion Study Guide (with bonus content!)

By Micah Hendry | February 5, 2024
One of the most profitable ways to study the Bible is by its characters. While we know that the main character of Scripture is God...
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Why Study the Bible?

By Micah Hendry | February 1, 2024
Whether  a new believer or a mature Christian, it is absolutely essential that believers keep growing in their knowledge of God. This is only possible...

The Heath in the Desert 

By John Buckner | January 29, 2024
The prophet Jeremiah grew up in the Judean Wilderness, the large desert on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. As a desert dweller, he...
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