“God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7) — and giving is the way of the One who, “though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor” (2 Corinthians 8:9). These Bible verses about giving cultivate open hands: generously, secretly, and with joy. Giving is not the most
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
I don’t want to be misleading and make you think that sanctification only happens within 48 hours. It’s a lifetime journey for those who decide to follow Christ. This is simply a story of what I experienced recently in regards to my own personal sanctification and I hope it encourages
Baptism is not what saves us — we are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8–9; the thief on the cross was never baptized, Luke 23:43). But baptism is commanded by Jesus (Matthew 28:19) as the first act of obedience that publicly declares our faith.
Singleness isn’t a waiting room — it’s a season with its own gift: “the unmarried man is anxious about the things of the Lord, how to please the Lord” (1 Corinthians 7:32). These Bible verses about singleness speak to identity, purpose, and the God who calls Himself your husband (Isaiah
