Lisa Samra
Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
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4 Important Biblical Themes Found in Both Old and New Worship Songs
Of all the important insights we can take from the amount of music in the book of Revelation, one of the most significant realizations that has implications for us now is that worship in heaven...Thursday, February 8, 2024
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7 Inspiring Christian Black Women Who Impacted Change
Be inspired by these glimpses into the lives of Seven Christian Black women motivated by the truth of Scripture to impact change in the church and society.Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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5 Tips to Grow Generous Hearts in Our Families during the Holidays
The holidays can be a great time to help our families grow generous hearts because there are so many great teachable moments. Following are some suggestions that help grow generous hearts.Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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4 Tips to Thrive Despite the Stress of the Holidays
While the Bible was written long before Thanksgiving feasts and Black Friday sales, it has a lot to say about how to best approach the holidays, and how to thrive during this holiday season.Thursday, November 18, 2021
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How Do We Weed Out Bitterness in the Garden of Our Hearts?
He summarized the problem: “Weeds steal nutrients, sun and water from the plants.” Essentially, weeds crowd out the plants and prevent them from getting the essential nutrients they need to...Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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3 Biblical Images of Shelter on Our Spiritual Journeys
Because the spiritual life is often pictured as a journey, it wasn’t long before I started reflecting on familiar Bible passages that use words or images for shelter. I hope the following three...Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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12 Old Testament Passages Fulfilled During Jesus’ Last Days on Earth
Looking back at these prophecies helps us to see God’s sovereignty over Jesus’ life, and even death. They give us an even greater sense of gratitude for Jesus’ willingness to entrust himself to God...Tuesday, March 9, 2021
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How to Prepare Your Heart Throughout Lent with the 'Psalms of Ascent'
Regardless of how you choose to read them, these meaningful psalms can guide your heart and mind toward the cross during this Lenten season.Tuesday, February 16, 2021
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5 Pictures of God’s Love to Encourage You This Valentine’s Day
When looking for pictures of love that speak to the longings of my heart, I am drawn to the descriptions of God’s love for me found in Scripture. In the pages of the Bible, I am reminded that I am...Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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Hope for the Hurting This Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches, stores are drenched in a simple, idealized vision of romantic love. An unintended result of the spotlight on love around Valentine’s Day is we are often tempted to...Monday, February 8, 2021
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6 Must-Read Books for Building Bridges toward Racial Reconciliation
America’s collective attention has been focused in recent months on issues of police brutality and racial inequality affecting people of color in our country. Although marches, prayer gatherings,...Friday, July 10, 2020
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An Inspirational Reading Plan to Refocus on Holy Week during COVID-19
This year, as we have been required to pause from our regular schedules to slow the spread of COVID-19, we have an opportunity to allow scriptural passages and Jesus’ example to bring us peace in...Thursday, March 26, 2020
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Truth, Word, Bible - Why Does This Book Have So Many Names?
If you are like the average American, you probably have a Bible. According to a 2017 survey by the American Bible Society, 87 percent of respondents said they own at least one Bible. Photo...Wednesday, March 6, 2019