Love is quickly defined as feelings we have towards someone else or when we really like someone or an emotional state we find ourselves in when we are “in love,” but the Bible defines love differently – as an action. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son…”
Yes — Jesus told the parable of the persistent widow specifically so we would “always pray and not lose heart” (Luke 18:1). Persistent prayer isn’t nagging God; it’s trusting Him. The difference between vain repetition and faithful persistence is the heart behind it. Here’s how to keep praying. This is
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach” (James 1:5). These Bible verses about decisions point the way when the path isn’t obvious — trust the Lord rather than your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5–6), and remember that you plan while He
We appreciate and want to thank the supporters of Before The Cross this March. Not only do our supporters help make this site possible, but we are partnered together to glorify God by sharing the love of Christ! Each supporter offers something unique in regards to ministry and we would
Jesus said plainly, “You did not choose me, but I chose you” (John 15:16). Salvation begins with God’s initiative, not ours — He loved us first (1 John 4:19) and pursued us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8). That truth removes boasting and replaces anxiety with unshakable security. When
