Alyssa Roat
Contributing Writer
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Why Was There a Roman Census at the Time of Jesus' Birth?
It was a census, decreed by Caesar Augusts, that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. This was foretold in the Old Testament, but what exactly is a census, and did Mary and...Friday, November 1, 2024
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What Is Scientology? Everything Christians Should Know
As Christians, it's important we're aware of beliefs and practices of Scientology; so we're prepared to share the freedom and truth of Christianity as an offering of grace. Here are the basic...Monday, February 13, 2023
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15 Best Questions to Ask on a First Date
There are few things more awkward on a first date than an uncomfortable silence when conversation lags. But perhaps even more maddening is returning from a date and feeling like you’ve learned...Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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8 Reasons I'm So Glad I'm Not Married
The other day, I was scrolling through social media when I came across two such drastically different posts, I had to laugh.The first was a post from one of my friends from high school, a picture...Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Young, Single, and... Burning Myself Out?
I’m young and single, so I figure I better do everything I can while I still have time, in the case I have a family one day. I love what I do, but lately, I’ve just felt tired, and I feel like my...Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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The Ultimate Guide for Dealing with Roommate Conflict
Having a roommate is a blessing. However, living with another person comes with its own share of difficulties.Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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7 Reasons You're Drawn to People Who Are Wrong for You
Some broken part of our human nature seems to crave things that are wrong for us. If you find yourself drawn to potential romantic partners who are wrong for you, here are 7 possible reasons why.Monday, June 21, 2021
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How We Can Learn from King Saul’s Mistakes and His Story?
King Saul was the first king of Israel in the Bible. When the Israelites demanded a king, God instructed the prophet Samuel to anoint Saul.Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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5 Reasons Why the Book of Amos Should Be the Next Book You Read
The book of Amos is a book of prophecy. In it, the Lord speaks through Amos to let Israel and other nations know what they’re doing wrong, what will happen to them as a result of that sin, and what...Monday, February 1, 2021
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What Is Arianism and Are You Accidentally Committing This Heresy?
The fundamental issue at stake in Arianism is whether or not Jesus the Son and God the Father are coeternal and equal in deity. Traditional Arianism holds that Jesus was created by God as the first...Thursday, January 14, 2021
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9 Biblical Reasons to Feel Great about Taking Care of Yourself
If you’re anything like me, you’ve grown up on ideals of hard work, self-sacrifice, and productivity. And while these things have worth, sometimes they can lead to burnout and...Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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What Is the Meaning of Metanoia and Its Biblical Significance?
When something is translated from another language, certain nuances and meanings tend to get lost. The word we often translate as “repentance” is the Greek word “metanoia.” And it means much more...Friday, December 18, 2020
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5 Surprising Lessons from Uriah the Hittite
Uriah was a soldier in David's elite 30 Mighty Men. Though Uriah was eclipsed by King David and by his wife, Bathsheba, we still can learn much from this upstanding foreigner who served his king...Thursday, December 17, 2020
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7 Facts You Didn’t Know about Nimrod in the Bible
We may never know how many of the tales about Nimrod are myths and how much is history, but we can learn one thing. Being strong or powerful does not always equate to being in the right with God.Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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15 Ways to Show Christ-Like Love to Your Roommate
Whether you get along great with your roommate or you hardly know them, we’ve been called to love others. Here are some practical and creative ideas you can use every day!Friday, November 20, 2020
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Did Christians Historically Hijack Halloween?
October 31 is a charged date for many Christians. Some embrace Halloween with open arms, while others opt for participating in fall festivals or celebrating Reformation Day. Conflicting...Monday, October 26, 2020
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Will the 7-Headed Dragon Win in End Times?
Then another sign appeared in heaven: an enormous red dragon with seven heads and ten horns and seven crowns on its heads. – Rev. 12:3The book of Revelation is filled with odd and confusing...Wednesday, October 7, 2020
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7 Burning Questions about the Lake of Fire Answered
What comes to mind when you think of the lake of fire? For many Christians, terms like Gahenna, Sheol, Hades, Hell, and the lake of fire may have been used interchangeably. However, these...Wednesday, September 30, 2020