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Meditation for June 14
"Slow to anger." -- Psalm 103:8 (NKJV)
God's patience reveals the depth of His love. Rather than responding immediately in judgment, He gives people opportunities to repent and return to Him.
His patience should inspire gratitude and humility. It also serves as an example for how believers are called to treat others.
Verse for June 14
"Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." -- Ephesians 6:4 (NIV)
Approaching Father's Day, this verse highlights the importance of patient and thoughtful leadership. Guidance is most effective when rooted in love rather than frustration. The goal is not control, but formation...Read more
What is the famous passage in Hebrews that defines faith as "confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see"?
A) Hebrews 1:1-4
B) Hebrews 4:12-13
C) Hebrews 11:1-3
D) Hebrews 12:1-2
What was the name of the judge who killed 600 Philistines with an oxgoad?
A) Shamgar
B) Abimelech
C) Ehud
D) Samson
Devotional for June 13
"Serve one another humbly in love." -- Galatians 5:13 (NIV)
Love becomes visible through humble service. Christ demonstrated greatness through compassion and sacrifice rather than self-promotion. Believers are called to reflect that same spirit in their relationships.
Even simple acts of kindness carry lasting significance. Serving others ...Read more
Meditation for June 13
"The LORD is merciful and gracious." -- Psalm 103:8 (NKJV)
Mercy and grace stand at the heart of God's character. He responds to human weakness with compassion rather than indifference. His kindness continually exceeds what we deserve.
This truth provides comfort and encouragement. The God who shows mercy invites believers to approach Him with...Read more
Verse for June 13
"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer." -- Romans 12:12 (ESV)
These three practices form a durable spiritual rhythm. Hope lifts the heart, patience steadies it, and prayer keeps it connected to God. Together they sustain faith through both easy and difficult seasons. Consistency in these habits builds resilience.
The pope appears to Spain's Pedro Sánchez in his moment of need
Pedro Sánchez is having a come-to-Jesus moment.
After eight years in office, Sánchez attended his first Roman Catholic mass as prime minister on Wednesday when Pope Leo XIV blessed the Sagrada Familia cathedral in Barcelona. Sánchez’s Socialists have traditionally had a difficult relationship with the church — but this week, with this ...Read more
Can public education help children grow into responsible adults?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve had to take my children out of the public school because of the brutal behavior of some of the students. Teachers are not allowed to correct the troublemakers at all, yet, we have politicians saying that education will help children grow into responsible adults. The public schools are not ...Read more
What was the name of the prophet who was hired by King Balak to curse the Israelites?
A) Balaam
B) Ezekiel
C) Elijah
D) Isaiah
What was the name of Moses' brother who became the first high priest of Israel?
A) Aaron
B) Miriam
C) Joshua
D) Caleb
Original sin and expuslion from Eden. The Original Sin of Adam and Eve and their expulsion from Paradise is a fresco (280x570 cm) of Michelangelo Buonarroti, dated to about 1510 and is part of the decoration of the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Museums in Rome, commissioned by Pope Julius II.. Dreamstime/TCA" class="" />
What does it mean to miss the mark?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: What does it mean to miss the mark? I’m a teacher and want to explain this to my students. – M.M.
A: The Bible says that sin is falling short of the glory of God [missing the mark]. Many people are unaware of the nature of the target, so they can’t understand why they’re told that they are ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Jonah that describes God's compassion for all people?
A) Jonah 1:1-17
B) Jonah 2:1-10
C) Jonah 3:1-10
D) Jonah 4:1-11
What was the name of Naomi's husband?
A) Elimelech
B) Boaz
C) Obed
D) Mahlon
The God Squad: Favorite spiritual films
Lots of responses to my request for your most important spiritual films. I believe that many of the beliefs we hold are taught or undermined; supported or weakened in the films we watch as kids and then re-watch as adults. Two centuries ago this cultural refining of our religious beliefs would have been limited to books, but now the ...Read more
Does the Bible give clarity?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’m studying philosophy and thinking about what it means to be a natural man or woman. There’s plenty of resources but does the Bible give clarity? – N.P.
A: The Apostle Paul writes, “The natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can ...Read more
Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Book of James?
A) James, the son of Zebedee
B) James, the son of Alphaeus
C) James, the brother of Jesus
D) James, the apostle
What is the famous passage in First Timothy that gives qualifications for overseers and deacons in the church?
A) 1 Timothy 1:1-11
B) 1 Timothy 2:1-15
C) 1 Timothy 3:1-13
D) 1 Timothy 4:1-16
Is any attempt to make religion compatible with science doomed to fail?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: A New York Times author wrote that any attempt to make religion compatible with science is doomed to fail. I read that the German-born physicist Albert Einstein believed that science without religion was lame, and religion without science was...Read more
What is the famous passage in Matthew that contains the Sermon on the Mount?
A) Matthew 5:1-16
B) Matthew 6:1-15
C) Matthew 7:1-12
D) Matthew 8:1-17
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