Posts with the tag “reasons-for-hope”
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Apologetically Hopeful
December 17th, 2024
Apologetically hopeful? What do we mean by that? Well, biblically speaking, apologetics (from the Greek word, apologia) means "a defense of the faith." In this blog, Carl Kerby reflects on the origins... Read More
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Unfathomable Love
December 6th, 2024
At this time of year, our hearts are drawn to "goodwill toward men" and giving. Have you ever thought deeply about the origins of this mindset? In today's blog, Brian Miller reminds us of our deepest ... Read More
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To Be or Not to Be?
December 2nd, 2024
Today, we are blessed to share a special blog message from our CEO, Wade Wacker, opening up about some of the challenges we face as a Christian ministry participating in the social media world. We inv... Read More
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In ALL Circumstances?
November 22nd, 2024
Are you excited about Thanksgiving and the upcoming series of holidays that follow? Though most would agree that the holidays are a joyful time, about 43% of Americans say that the stress (financial w... Read More
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A Rhythm of Prayer
November 15th, 2024
How's your prayer life? When do you pray? What do you pray for? Where do you pray? In today's blog, Alyssa Glander gives us a glimpse of prayer from the Jewish perspective, showing us how to establish... Read More
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True Worship
November 1st, 2024
Have you ever wondered about the true meaning of worship, how to understand it from God’s perspective, and how to prepare your own heart for it? Today, Marc Glander, a member of our EQUIP Retreat wors... Read More
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Electing to Do Right
October 25th, 2024
Elections are tricky. If you are like me, you are well aware that an election is looming on the horizon. We are reminded of the special honor of living in a democratic republic and understand that vot... Read More
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Peace at Last
October 18th, 2024
I didn’t get it at first. I received Christ at a very young age. I grew up in the church and even attended a Christian school. People constantly talked about a peace and understanding that only came f... Read More
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Never Thirst Again
October 14th, 2024
"God honored my heartbroken plea for help and over-abundantly blessed me, gave me work to do, and restored much of what I had lost." In today's blog, Brian Miller, a guest writer for Reasons for Hope,... Read More
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God's Alternate Route
September 27th, 2024
Proverbs 16:9 tells us, "A man's heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps (NKJV)." Can you relate? Have you ever devised the "perfect plan" only to have it change or get diverted to an enti... Read More
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Of the Same Consistency
September 20th, 2024
"I did it. Check off the ol’ bucket list I succeeded in opening a really amazing restaurant, something I had always wanted to do ... This was a dream come true … well, almost." Join Dave Glander in ... Read More
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Be the Hands and Feet of Jesus
September 18th, 2024
"My hometown and alma mater were struck by tragedy on September 4, 2024. Four lives were lost, and ten people were injured after a mass shooting occurred at the hands of a 14-year-old boy attending th... Read More
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"Let There Be Light"
September 6th, 2024
"Let there be light!"―the very first words God speaks in Genesis are a powerful declaration of His divine authority (Genesis 1:3). This command brought forth light, separating it from darkness and set... Read More
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From the archives: "Relentless Forward Motion"
August 23rd, 2024
A hundred miles may seem like an overwhelming distance, and I won’t deny that opinion. But keep in mind: we serve a God who specializes in overwhelming the overwhelming. One foot in front of the other... Read More
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From the archives: "Groggy? I Hope So."
August 17th, 2024
Groggy? I hope so I hope this doesn’t sound negative or mean, but I needed to get your attention. How many times have you heard a word in your lifetime, only to find out it has multiple meanings? Not ... Read More
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From the archives: "No Pain, No Gain"
August 13th, 2024
Since the events of Genesis 3, troubles have been the plight of mankind. As Christians, and to be perfectly honest, we sometimes bring troubles upon ourselves—through negligence (like car trouble, a l... Read More
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Reflections in Gratitude
August 2nd, 2024
Today, we are blessed to share Rachel Neal’s reflective narrative as she looks back on God’s goodness throughout her cancer journey and stands before us with her recent medical diagnosis of NED (no ev... Read More
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From the archives: Starstruck—I Can't Help It
July 19th, 2024
Johannes Kepler, famed German astronomer of the early 17th century, stated the following: "The wisdom of the Lord is infinite as are also His glory and His power. Ye heavens, sing His praises; sun, mo... Read More
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The Eyes Have It--Again
July 5th, 2024
The more you learn about the human body, the more obvious it becomes that we are purposefully designed and not the product of random,-chance processes over long periods of time. Join us today as we lo... Read More
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Please say "Yes"―Revisited
June 28th, 2024
Dr. Juan Valdes continues to challenge us with a deeper look into C. S. Lewis' work as he deals with God's wooing and the response of humanity to this Divine pursuit. (Introduction and conclusion writ... Read More
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Have You Stepped Out of Your Comfort Zone Lately?
June 14th, 2024
Today's blog is from the blog archives. Why? Because, as I read through it, I was reminded of the value of its lesson—one that bears repeating to help us truly learn and embrace this challenge in our ... Read More
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Motivation: Is It a Struggle Right Now?
June 11th, 2024
Have you ever heard the phrase, "Yagottawanna"? (Interpreted, "You've got to want to." ) Well, what if you don't feel like wanting to? In today's blog, Alyssa Glander shows us what a biblical underst... Read More
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Does Praying Before Meals Have Wellness Benefits?
June 1st, 2024
We've all heard the verse, "In everything give thanks," and that includes thanking the Lord for the food we eat. Could there actually be more to this practice than simply following the Lord's example ... Read More
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Modern-day Advice to Parents from Psalm 1
May 17th, 2024
What do Psalm 1, church statistics about young adults, and the story of Abraham and Lot have in common? Find out in today’s blog, brought to you by none other than our president and co-founder, Carl K... Read More
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But Wait, There's More―An Exciting EQUIP Update ...
May 10th, 2024
Today, Dave Glander is excited to share some exciting news regarding our expanding EQUIP outreach! Pull up a chair, settle in for an inspiring read, and get ready to pray like crazy--and give if you a... Read More
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How Did We Get So Many Races of People?
April 26th, 2024
One of the driving forces of Reasons for Hope is answering questions—especially questions about God, the Bible, and the apparent conflicts between them and science. When our speakers are at teen retre... Read More
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Attention Parents: Yes, Apologetics Is Really That Important.
April 19th, 2024
As a Christian parent (or grandparent), are you concerned about the future of your children? We are, too. Regardless of their access to technology, they are continually bombarded with worldviews and i... Read More
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BONUS BLOG: Gary Varvel's "How to Respond to OJ Simpson's Death"
April 15th, 2024
It's not unusual for us to come across an article that we feel should be shared with our followers. Carl will often do so on his personal Facebook page or on our app. This one, however, read by Carl ... Read More
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A Tour of Italy: Discerning Truth in a Culture Steeped in Tradition
April 12th, 2024
In Colossians 2:8, we read, "See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, . . . , and not according to Christ." Recently, our own Gabby Terry a... Read More
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Christ, My Source of Comfort: Rachael's Continuing Story
April 5th, 2024
Why is it that we struggle with doubt, discouragement, and anxiety when God has provided everything we need (Philippians 4:19)? Ironically, it is often in our greatest times of struggle and stress tha... Read More
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How Will I Ever Get Through This?
March 29th, 2024
The Psalmist said in Psalm 31:15, "My times are in Your hand." If I believe that, it means I understand that, in good or bad times, God is in control. Can I submit to that idea? Can I trust Him? Join ... Read More
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Dead Man Walking?--It's Your Choice
March 22nd, 2024
In this special Easter-themed blog, Frank Figueroa reminds us that "Jesus was truly innocent, but He took the place of another on the cross! Yes, Barabbas went free, but the grace he received is merel... Read More
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God Makes No Mistakes
March 15th, 2024
"Good luck. Best of luck. You lucked out on that one. Today is your lucky day." We've all heard these statements, maybe even said them. But what are they founded on? Proverbs 16:4 reminds us that "The... Read More
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Why Should Christians Care About Creation vs. Evolution or the Age of the Earth?
March 8th, 2024
Does it really matter if the beginning of time, space, and matter came about through evolution or the miraculous creative power of an eternal God? What about the length of time involved--millions of y... Read More
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Are You Choosing Hurry Sickness or Rest for Your Soul?
February 23rd, 2024
In 1986, these wise words were spoken on the big screen: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Today, our very own Gabby Terry reminds us of t... Read More
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What's There to Get About "He Gets Us"?
February 15th, 2024
Today's blog comes to us from our very own Dave Glander. We pray that God will allow you to see into his perspective on the recently aired Super Bowl commercial, as it comes from a former atheist and ... Read More
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New Wine? What Was Jesus Talking About?
February 9th, 2024
Have you ever thought of the Bible as a Jewish book? Think about it―almost every human author of God’s Word was Jewish. In today’s blog, Alyssa Glander takes us through a short passage of Scripture th... Read More
ABUNDANT LIFE: What's Genesis Got to Do With It?
February 2nd, 2024
Can believing in the literal history of Genesis help us to have abundant life today? Can the Book of Genesis help us live a life of victory, joy, and peace while we walk on Satan’s turf? Were the prob... Read More
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A Clear Example
January 26th, 2024
Parenting can be exhausting. Having reared three daughters and now encouraging two of them as they parent their own little ones, I think I have figured out some of the main reasons why this role comes... Read More
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No Place Like Home
January 19th, 2024
Can you relate even a little to the nomadic life of the Israelites until they reached the Promised Land? For forty years, "They wandered in deserts and mountains . . ." (Hebrews 11:38 NKJV). Join us t... Read More
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