Romans 8:24

Millions of Christians around the world will be celebrating Christmas this year. Advent, a beautifully symbolic celebration leading up to Christmas Day, is a huge part of the Christmas festivities in many countries. As you read this exciting Advent devotional, you'll have the opportunity to join in and celebrate with your brothers and sisters from far off nations and learn from their unique and powerful perspectives and traditions.

Suffering can be perplexing. God’s people—and even Jesus himself—have often asked the “Why?” question when facing suffering. Scripture pulls back the curtain to reveal some, though not all, of God’s purposes in permitting suffering to enter our lives. Through it all, we are called to persevere faithfully, resting in the assurance of ultimate victory and eternal reward.

Nous sommes corps, âme et esprit. La chair est le terme qui désigne votre nature sans Dieu. Avez-vous remarqué un combat en vous, entre votre esprit et votre chair ? L’apôtre Paul explique ce combat dans les chapitres 6, 7 et 8 de l'épître aux Romains. Paul n’y justifie pas la médiocrité, mais nous explique comment vivre dans la victoire de Jésus en vivant selon l’Esprit.

It weighs you down. It keeps people out. It’s heavy and painful—it’s the grudge. Many of us may not realize it, but we’re carrying grudges that need to come out of darkness and into the light. Learn how you can find freedom through forgiveness in this 7-day Bible Plan accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s message series, The Grudge.