Jesus’ call is simple and total: “Follow me.” These Bible verses about discipleship cover counting the cost, taking up the cross daily (Matthew 16:24–25), abiding in His word (John 8:31–32), and making disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19–20). Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the
I have a tiny tree growing in the backyard. At least, I think it’s growing. I planted it firm in the ground, making certain to mix the soil with the right additive. I’ve watered it. I’ve provided it with structural support. I’ve given it a million glances while outside. I’ve
We appreciate and want to thank the supporters of Before The Cross this May. 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
Back in Genesis before the very first sin every came to be, satan attempted to destroy humanity. We know today because of the Gospel and because of what Jesus has done for us, that satan has failed. We know that satan has lost. However, he still makes attempts to destroy
Your identity isn’t achieved — it’s received: “you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession” (1 Peter 2:9). These Bible verses about identity declare who you are in Christ: called by name (Isaiah 43:1), His workmanship (Ephesians 2:10), sealed and secure.
