by Brad Gray & Brad Nelson |
The Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13 is the most well-known prayer in human history — but that familiarity can work against us. By assuming we already know what it means, we miss the depth and power Jesus intended.
Understanding Jesus' prayer in its original context changes things. After years of study, teaching, and leading trips to the Bible lands, we've developed a simple yet powerful framework at Walking The Text called the six "Lenses of Context" that help us see the Bible as it was meant to be understood.
As you explore each lens, you'll begin to see that this ancient prayer is so much more than a mantra to recite, but an invitation to join Jesus in his mission of bringing heaven here. |
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Bible News The latest Bible-related and Bible-adjacent news |
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November 20 — Thousands gathered at Utah Valley University for a crusade led by Greg Laurie, held in memory of Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed on campus two months prior. Titled "Hope for America," the event featured worship by Phil Wickham and a gospel message from Laurie, urging attendees to commit to faith in Jesus. Over 2,100 people from a mix of evangelicals, Latter-Day Saints, and nonbelievers professed faith in person and online. (Christianity Today) |
| November 21 — The Observatory on Intolerance and Discrimination against Christians in Europe (OIDAC) reported 2,211 anti-Christian hate crimes across Europe in 2024, including 274 personal attacks, 94 arson incidents, and widespread vandalism. France, the UK, Germany, and Spain recorded the highest numbers. The report also discussed legal restrictions on religious freedom such as bans on public prayer, and urged governments and media to protect religious rights and promote balanced reporting. (Evangelical Focus) |
| November 21 — Violence against Christians continues to escalate in Nigeria, most recently with a church shooting during service and the abduction of over 200 children from a Catholic school. The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) and the Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) have commended Nigeria's designation as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) for religious freedom violations, urging the U.S. and Nigerian governments to take decisive action. (AP and Baptist Press) |
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Here's your Bible Gateway verse-of-the-day calendar for the month of December! Click each link to read the verse in your preferred translation — or download the image (or PDF) of all verse references. |
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If you've ever read a passage of the Bible and said, "huh?" then you probably know the level of shame or embarrassment that comes along with not understanding the Bible. I get it — it's a big book with lots of things going on.
We know we are supposed to love the Bible and feast on it — but if we are being honest, most days we struggle to enjoy it. After all, who wants to come home from work and study Leviticus when Netflix and Facebook are much easier to scroll?
Now let me come clean to you: I have fallen in love with the Word through studying it. And it's not as complicated of a study as you might think. Here's one little tip that will transform your reading of the Bible. |
| There's a lot of buzz right now around potential revival or at least rising interest in the Bible and Christian faith. Let's pray that's true.
But for many of us, the world remains no less antagonistic toward the gospel. So what does a bold and effective witness for Christ in that environment look like?
We see a surprising answer to that question in the story of the gospel's first entry into Europe, as Paul takes the gospel to Philippi in Acts 16. |
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Celebrate the meaning of Christmas with O Holy Night by Ace Collins, a NEW keepsake book that shares the inspiring stories behind eight beloved carols. Each includes a devotional, Scripture reflection, and a beautifully crafted pop-out ornament to treasure year after year. Perfect for gifting or beginning a new holiday tradition. Now with free shipping during Black Friday Deals. |
| Anne Graham Lotz invites you to meet God in Scripture each day. Through her heartfelt insights and steady biblical wisdom, you're encouraged to meditate on God's love, deepen your faith, and let His Word shape your walk with Jesus—one devotion, one verse, one day at a time. Perfect for yourseslf or sharing with others, and now with free shipping during Black Friday Deals. |
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