Katharina, the wife of Martin Luther, is one of the unsung heroes of the Protestant Reformation. She lived as a revolutionary role model for her time--and ours--devoted to her husband and family. She and Martin established a godly partnership for the Gospel, profoundly impacting the definition of Christian marriage.
Discouragement is one of Satan's most powerful tools against believers and unbelievers alike. This was true of 18th-century English poet and hymnwriter William Cowper, whose life was riddled with bouts of severe depression and asylum stays. But the Lord used one such residency to reveal to Cowper the Truth of the Gospel. His life of struggle demonstrates several valuable truths for us today.
Jesus promised in Matthew 6 that God would supply all our daily needs and George Mueller took that promise seriously. His life became a stage whereon God would constantly display His faithfulness in unforgettable ways.
Spurgeon is often heralded for his flowery language and his rich commentary on the text, but it wasn't his ability to speak that made him a great pastor. It was his ability to listen. While other preachers turned to cultural and scientific experts for direction, Spurgeon held fast to the Spirit.
John Newton's conversion from a hated slave-trader to a beloved pastor is almost as astonishing as Paul's conversion from a persecutor to an apostle. Only God can write a story as wondrous as this.
Do you witness a riot every time you go to church? Are you threatened by angry mobs on a weekly basis? For us, that would be extreme persecution. For Hudson Taylor, it was just another day at the office.
His was a legacy of self-sacrifice and hers was a legacy of forgiveness. Together, they remind the Church that while the cost of discipleship is great, the reward is far greater.
Fanny Crosby is known for two things: her blindness and her remarkable hymns. But understanding how she endured her blindness and why she spent the latter part of her life writing hymns is where the real treasure is found.
Judson's biography of ups and downs, high peaks and deep valleys, is one of those rare stories that captivates like a grand literary classic but convicts like a great revival sermon.
Judson's biography of ups and downs, high peaks and deep valleys, is one of those rare stories that captivates like a grand literary classic but convicts like a great revival sermon.
This lesson from Hebrews 11:3 emphasizes that God is the ultimate and original Hero of the faith. It affirms that the universe was created by God's word, not through visible processes or random chance. Faith in God as Creator provides answers to life’s deepest questions—origin, purpose, morality, and destiny. The lesson challenges believers to trust God's power, design, and sustaining Word, while rejecting the confusion and hopelessness of a godless worldview. Faith in the Creator offers clarity, purpose, and eternal hope.
This lesson from Revelation 12:7–10, titled “Antichrist and the Many Faces of Evil – Part II,” reveals the unseen spiritual battle in heaven that takes place during the Tribulation. John describes Satan as the red dragon, an ancient, deceptive, slanderous adversary who accuses believers day and night before God. In a dramatic future event, Satan and his demons are defeated by Michael and the angels and are permanently cast out of heaven. Though Satan still deceives and accuses, his ultimate defeat is certain. The lesson emphasizes the believer’s security in Christ and the victory already won through Jesus, encouraging steadfast faith amidst spiritual opposition.
This lesson from Psalm 78, titled “An Unbroken Chain,” emphasizes the vital role of parents and spiritual mentors in passing down truth to the next generation. Drawing from Israel’s history, the Psalm urges families to teach their children to know God, think biblically, and live wisely. The goal isn’t merely good behavior or success but deep spiritual formation through modeling, teaching, and pointing children to the gospel. The lesson challenges believers to invest fully in their spiritual influence, trusting God to bring the increase and continue the legacy of faith from generation to generation.
This lesson from Romans 2:9–16 emphasizes that all people, whether Jew or Gentile, are without excuse and will face God's judgment. Paul explains that God's judgment is based not on what people didn’t know, but on what they did know—through creation, conscience, and the law written on their hearts. Humanity is guilty due to an undeniable Creator, a built-in moral compass, an active conscience, and internal conflict over right and wrong. Paul also exposes myths, such as the belief that God plays favorites or will let sin slide. The lesson urges repentance, revealing that the only escape from judgment is faith in Jesus Christ.
No one ever lives a life of holiness by accident. It happens on purpose. It comes through discipline and obedience to the Spirit of God, which is a daily, moment-by-moment battle. Are you in the fight?
