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 Russ Lawson · Matthew 5:38-39 · Patience · Revenge · Vengeance
For many people "getting even" is what they're interested in and they won't be satisfied until it's done. They don't want someone to escape justice. Unfortunately, they fail to realize that never happens on this side of heaven's judgement.
by Alan Smith · Matthew 5:38-44 · Forgiveness · Redemption · Kindness
Is it better to live with the philosophy of eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth or to practice forgiveness and kindness?
by Russ Lawson · 1 John 1:7 · Forgiveness · Guilt · Grace
God is blind to our sin because the blood of Jesus continually purifies us when we are walking in the light.
by Phil Ware · John 21:15-23 · Grief · Forgiveness · Jesus
If we don't bring back sinners whose sin has humiliated themselves, and if we we don't reach out to those who have been humiliated by others, then how can we claim we wear the name of Jesus?
by Alan Smith · 1 Kings 19:10 · Character · Attitude · Doubt
Don't give up, you're not the only trying and even if you are, what you do matters to God.
by Michael Harbour · 2 Corinthians 3:2 · Christian Living · Forgiveness · Character
The kinds of stories we tell about ourselves, shape who we are.