What the Bible Says, Topic by Topic

Key Scriptures and a quiet reflection from Brother John on each.

AngerDealing with anger in a godly way AnxietyFinding peace when worried or anxious AtonementChrist's sacrifice for our sins BaptismThe meaning and importance of baptism Children of GodBeing adopted as God's children ChurchThe body of Christ, fellowship, gathering CommandmentsGod's commandments, the greatest commandment CommunionThe Lord's Supper, breaking bread together ContentmentBeing content in all circumstances CourageBeing bold and courageous through God CreationGod as Creator, the creation account DeathWhat happens after death, eternal life, comfort in loss DepressionFinding comfort and hope in dark times DiscipleshipFollowing Jesus, making disciples DoubtStruggling with faith, overcoming doubt Eternal LifeThe promise of eternal life through Christ FaithTrusting God, the nature of faith, living by faith FaithfulnessGod's faithfulness, being faithful to God FamilyFamily relationships, honoring parents, raising children FearOvercoming fear and anxiety through God ForgivenessGod's forgiveness of sin, forgiving others FriendshipGodly friendships, being a good friend GenerosityGiving to others, cheerful giving GraceGod's unmerited favor, grace through Christ GratitudeThankfulness, giving thanks to God GriefComfort in mourning and loss GuidanceSeeking God's direction, making decisions HealingGod's healing power, physical and spiritual healing HeavenWhat the Bible says about heaven and eternal life HellWhat the Bible says about hell and judgment Holy SpiritThe role and gifts of the Holy Spirit HopeHope in God, hope for the future HumilityBeing humble before God and others IdentityWho you are in Christ, your identity in God IntegrityLiving with honesty and uprightness JealousyOvercoming envy and jealousy JoyJoy in the Lord, rejoicing in all circumstances JusticeGod's justice, pursuing justice for others KindnessBeing kind as God is kind LonelinessGod's presence when you feel alone LoveGod's love for humanity, loving others, love in relationships MarriageGod's design for marriage, husband and wife MercyGod's mercy, showing mercy to others MoneyWealth, generosity, contentment, tithing ObedienceObeying God's commands, following His will PatienceWaiting on God, endurance, long-suffering PeacePeace of God, peace with others, inner peace PersecutionEnduring persecution for faith PrayerCommunicating with God, how to pray, power of prayer PrideThe danger of pride, choosing humility PurposeGod's purpose for your life, finding meaning RepentanceTurning from sin, seeking God's forgiveness RestFinding rest in God, sabbath, spiritual rest ResurrectionChrist's resurrection, our future resurrection SalvationBeing saved through Christ, eternal life, redemption Second ComingChrist's return, end times, being prepared Self-controlDiscipline, controlling desires and impulses ServingServing God and others, spiritual service SinThe nature of sin, repentance, overcoming sin Spiritual WarfareThe armor of God, fighting spiritual battles StrengthGod as our strength, being strong in faith SufferingUnderstanding pain and suffering, God's comfort TemptationResisting temptation, overcoming the devil's schemes TongueThe power of words, taming the tongue TrinityThe Father, Son, and Holy Spirit TruthGod's truth, living in truth, discerning truth WisdomSeeking wisdom from God, wise living WorkWorking for the Lord, diligence, purpose in work WorshipPraising and worshipping God