For over 30 years, Heartlight has shared articles to help people live for Jesus in everyday life. While we are no longer publishing new articles, this enduring collection features relevant pieces throughout the year to encourage faith, offer biblical perspective, and speak to real-world joys and struggles.
by Jeff Lee · Matthew 2:10-11
The wise men brought gifts to Jesus that reflect their respect, time, thoughtfulness, and generosity -- but what kind of gifts do we give to Jesus?
by Russ Lawson · Mark 16:15-16 · Grace
We couldn't pay the debt of our sin, so God paid it for us in Jesus, but will we accept this gift?
by Patrick D. Odum · Ephesians 2:8-10 · Grace
God's gift of grace in Jesus' Christ carries with it the responsibility to live changed lives.
by Denise Gentry · 1 Thessalonians 4:13 · Christmas
Christmas can be a blessing even in the face of grief as the White Enevelope shows.
by Joey Cope · Colossians 4:6 · Gracious
Sometimes we get the service we suggest by the way we present ourselves to others.
by Rubel Shelly · Colossians 3:17 · Christmas · Generosity
We don't have to become Scrooge to be responsible at Christmas and yet still keep the meaning of the season.
by Jerry Whitmire · John 1:1-18 · Christmas
Knowing what to do about the birth of Jesus is quite a dilemma, however, we do need to acknowledge he was born and respond appropriately.
by Rubel Shelly · Hebrews 12:13
The holidays, and life in general, are not about drinking.
by Elizabeth Price · John 3:16 · Christmas
This once in a lifetime event occurred: Jesus was born and place in a manger.
by Rubel Shelly · 1 John 2:1-2 · Forgiveness · Christmas · Guilt
We can try all sorts of things, but only Jesus can take our guilt away.
by Russ Lawson · Romans 8:5 · Redemption · Redeeming
We can reclaim those who have been discarded and reclaim them for God.
by Russ Lawson · Galatians 6:9-10 · Christmas
What would happen if we matched our Christmas decorations spending with help for those in need?
by Joseph Mazella · 1 Thessalonians 4:1 · Christmas
Wouldn't the world be a better place if we lived as each day were Christmas?
by Bruce Wadd · John 3:6 · Holy Spirit
Only God can bring new life with refreshment through his holy spirit.
by Joseph Mazella · Matthew 5:13-16 · Time
We must use all the time we have and not waste it because we can make a difference in the time we are given.
by Tom Norvell · Psalm 34:8 · Thanksgiving
Just as we enjoy the senses of taste and sight, we need to taste and see that the Lord is good.
by Rubel Shelly · Colossians 4:2 · Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is something that is needed, commanded, and celebrated: so let's give thanks.
by Tom Norvell · Zephaniah 3:17
God has promised to know us and love us and quiet us with his love.
by Elizabeth Price · John 16:32-33 · Peace · Rest
So often, we try to face every challenge rather than to rest in the peace of the Lord's victory and just be.
by Russ Lawson · 2 Timothy 4:11 · Friendliness · Encourage · Friendship
Too many people are put on the back shelf of life and we need to find them and reclaim them just as Baranabas once did.
by Katha Winther · 2 Peter 1:3-10
While we can get sickened by election rhetoric, sometimes good lessons can be learned from good men!
by Joey Cope · 2 Corinthians 3:17-18
Exercise can cause pain, but that pain is necessary to help us grow and see things more clearly.
by Straight from the Bible · 1 Peter 5:8-11 · Prayer for the Nation
We must pray for those facing persecution.
by Straight from the Bible · James 1:26-27 · Prayer for the Nation
True religion is more than just spouting off religious phrases and remaining isolated from worldly people -- it means to take the sin and worldliness out of people and take care of them.
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