If true repentance will always show itself in a change of attitude and behaviour, then phoney repentance is the opposite. This article uses Ahab as an example of superficial repentance, to shows what true repentance is.

Looking at Judges 6:11-13, this article shows from the life of Gideon what to do when we feel like our faith is not working. It points out that faith always rests on the word of God and the faithfulness of God.

Throughout his life Daniel trustred in God. This article looks at Daniel's life, specifically Daniel 9:1-19, in discussing how true faith finds its delight in reading God's word and approaching the throne of God in prayer. These two things are essential to the Christian life.

Working from Zechariah 4:6-10, this article shows how the Israelites, upon returning to Jerusalem after exile, faced an impossible task of rebuilding the city and the temple. God strengthened the Israelites by showing that He will be the one accomplishing the task through Zerubbabel. Similarly, the church today can trust that the work of mankind's restoration will be accomplished by Christ.

Looking at the story of Abram in Genesis 13:14-18, this article shows what it means to live as a Christian, having eyes set on the new heavenly city while living as a pilgrim.

Working from Numbers 22, this article looks at Balaam and his effort to curse Israel. The author maintains that unlike Balaam, we must allow God's words to fill us and must submit to His word.

Looking at 1 John 3:2-3, this article maintains that although Christians cannot comprehend the details of the future, this should not be equated with being uncertain about the future. Our future is certain, even though the details have not been revealed to us.

Looking at Galatians 1:6-10, this article shows that the church must remain rooted to the gospel as delivered by the apostles. The church must reject all other forms or variations of the gospel message.

Confronted by many choices in life, Proverbs shows us that life's activities involve two options - wisdom or folly. Proverbs paints the path of wisdom for us, showing that this path can be discovered by receiving and treasuring God's word in this life.