If the thought of public speaking makes you weak in the knees, you are far from alone. It’s regularly rated as one of Americans’ top fears, and it’s where one of the Bible’s bravest men started out.
Moses, a hero of the faith who was the conduit for the earliest foundations of Scripture — a man who boldly stood up to the most powerful man on the planet — started out as an anxious, hesitant defeatist who wanted nothing to do with the task God had assigned him.
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Most U.S. Evangelicals Give Their Spiritual Lives a C+ — August 18: A survey of 1,000 U.S. evangelical Protestants found they rate their spiritual lives an average 2.42—roughly a C+. Only 12% averaged an A, while 16% scored D+ or lower, including 2% who failed. Prayer and their relationship with God ranked strongest; evangelism, giving, and tithing weakest. Self-ratings generally matched behavior: 92% awarding themselves an A for attendance attended weekly, versus 7% giving themselves an F. (Christian Daily)
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Newly Found Augustine Sermons Explore Saul and the Witch of Endor — August 19: Two previously unattributed sermons, preserved in a 12th-century German manuscript, have been identified as fifth-century works of Augustine. Preaching on 1 Samuel 28, Augustine considered two explanations for Samuel’s appearance: God permitted the prophet to return, or an evil spirit deceived Saul. He accepted either reading and even considered Saul’s possible repentance, comparing it with the thief on the cross (Luke 23). (Christianity Today)
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Why Paul Took the Long Road to Pisidian Antioch — August 19: Acts 13 sends Paul and Barnabas more than 160 miles from Perga across rugged mountains rather than along the easier coast. An inscription in modern Yalvaç, Turkey, links Cyprus’s proconsul Sergius Paulus, who believed after Elymas was blinded (Acts 13:12), to a prominent Pisidian Antioch family. This suggests he directed the missionaries toward his hometown, where Gentiles initially welcomed Paul’s preaching (Acts 13:44–45). (Biblical Archaeology Society)
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What does trustworthy pastoral leadership actually look like in 2026? Recent research reveals some surprising findings about which American pastors are more likely to be seen as trustworthy.
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Have you ever stepped into an answer to prayer, only to discover your new blessing was harder than you expected? You’re not alone. In fact, the Bible is full of people who stepped into God’s “yes,” but their story didn’t come without a mess. Yet, somehow we still seem to hold certain expectations about what it means to be blessed by God or receive His “yes.”
We all want the key to unlocking mess-free blessing in our lives. But assuming that God’s blessings will always result in smooth sailing can lead to disillusionment if we aren’t careful.
So, here are a few misconceptions about God’s blessings and answered prayers — along with some practical steps forward.
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Finding a new home is rarely just about changing your address. Whether you’re relocating to a different city or entering a fresh season of your spiritual journey, leaving your old community behind is one of the hardest transitions you can face.
You aren't just looking for weekend worship — you want a place where you can be discipled, build relationships, serve others, and find both comfort and challenge as you grow your faith.
This article will help you find and choose a Christian community where you can truly thrive.
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