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Can We Trust the Bible?
Can we trust the Bible? Is it a reliable guide for our lives?
Let’s unpack this question together, in everyday language, exploring the biblical reliability of Scripture through the lens of both systematic theology and real-life discoveries.
Who is the Holy Spirit
Imagine you’re at a big family reunion. Everyone’s chatting, laughing, sharing stories. But there’s one person you don’t see... someone who’s quietly moving around, helping things flow smoothly, encouraging shy family members, guiding conversations, and bringing peace to any tension.
Who is Jesus?
The story of who Jesus is unlike any other in history. It’s a story of God stepping into the messiness of human life, not from a distance, but right in the thick of it. To really understand who Jesus is, it helps to imagine the world thousands of years ago...
What is God Like? (Part 2)
When we ask, “What is God like?” we’re inviting ourselves into a journey... one that leads us beyond simple answers and into the heart of who God truly is. The Bible doesn’t leave us guessing. It reveals God’s nature clearly and beautifully through His attributes.
What is God Like?
“What is God like?”
It’s a question that has drawn the hearts of believers and seekers alike for centuries. Knowing who God is shapes how we live, love, and hope. It grounds our faith in something unshakable and invites us into a deeper relationship with the Creator of all things.
Who is God?
Sometimes building faith means figuring out what we actually believe. Not the phrases we repeat or the ideas we’ve picked up along the way, but the truth the Bible provides about who God really is.
Understanding Your Christian Faith
Many believers trust God deeply but still feel unsure when their beliefs are challenged, questioned, or quietly tested by the world around them. That uncertainty doesn’t usually come from a lack of faith. More often, it comes from a lack of clarity.
Finding Courage While Afraid
It was a chilly January morning in Minnesota. Believers gathered in the warm, familiar sanctuary of Cities Church in St. Paul. The soft morning light filtered through stained glass as the worship wrapped up, and Pastor Jonathan Parnell stepped up to the pulpit. His voice is steady and calm as he prayed... not realizing he soon his congregation would soon be in the midst of chaos.
Bold Faith Means Serving Others Sacrificially
One thing stands out clearly about Jesus' time on earth... He didn’t come to be served, but to serve others with boldness and sacrificial love.
Trusting God’s Timing (For Real Life)
Practical ways to trust God when you can’t see what’s next Trusting God can be one of the most challenging parts of our faith journey…especially when we can’t see what’s
Quiet Strength in Faith
Discover how women in the Bible trusted God without clear answers. Learn from Hannah, Esther, and Mary what faith looks like in uncertain seasons.
Faith Beyond Your Comfort Zone
When Comfort Holds Us Back There’s a moment many of us know well—even if we don’t have a name for it. Life feels steady. Faith feels familiar. Our routines are