Have you ever felt a sudden compulsion to promise or vow something to God, even though it seemed irrational? If so, you’re not alone. Sudden, rash impulses are part of the human experience (due to ...

“Promises, promises…” that’s how the saying goes. It’s intended to tell us that some people make promises but don’t follow through. I’ve done that, and I’ve had that done to me. I’ve made promises ...

The 40 days before Easter are observed by many Christians as the Season of Lent. The first day of Lent is Ash Wednesday where we are reminded of our fallen, sinful human mortality and our inevitable ...

“Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey ...

The Book of Haggai records that after 15 years, the work on rebuilding the temple still had not been completed. God raised up the prophet Haggai to stir up the people of God to get busy and to get the ...

Subscribe to The St. Louis American‘s free weekly newsletter for critical stories, community voices, and insights that matter. Sign up From the beginning of my faith walk, I always found it amazing ...

In God's Word from Old Testament to New Testament are many encouraging promises. But one of the things I have noticed is that they come with conditions. This means that God is not obligated to keep ...

Xulon Press presents a devotional journal to remind you who and Whose you are. EVERGREEN PARK, Ill., Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Amy Owen invites readers to surrender their lives to God's ...