12 Inspiring Women in the Bible & What They Can Teach Us
The women in the Bible were strong, courageous and faithful. Let the stories of the women of the Bible inspire you today.
Continue Reading ›What Does It Mean to Trust in the Lord With All Your Heart?
Proverbs 3:5 says to trust in the Lord with all your heart. What does that mean? Discover the truth about this verse and how to put it into practice.
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How to Explain Jesus to a Child: Your Simple Guide
Introducing your little ones to the Savior is life-changing. But where do you start? Don’t worry — teaching kids about Jesus is simple. We’ll show you how.
5 Bible Verses About Hope for Hard Times
Life is hard, and in troubling times, hope can feel impossible. Luckily, in those moments, the God of hope is near to us, ready to lift our heads and turn our eyes to the brighter future ahead. If you’re struggling, there’s hope to be found in God’s Word. Below, you’ll find five Bible verses about hope in hard times and learn how to apply them in any situation. A
The Shunammite Woman: A Faith-Inspiring Devotional
This devotion about Elisha and the Shunammite woman by one of our staff at Compassion Ghana will inspire you to muster up faith when faced with tragedy!
Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: A Hopeful Reminder
We often associate the phrase “ashes to ashes, dust to dust” with death. That’s because the phrase comes from the burial rites in the Book of Common Prayer. This collection of prayer books is used mostly in the Anglican church for communion, marriages and other Christian rites — including burial services and cremations. But a closer look at what “ashes to ashes, dust to dust” means actually reveals a hopeful message about life.
What Does “A Man After My Own Heart” Mean?
While the phrase “a man after my own heart” has grown to be a common idiom, it originates in the Bible. Let’s take a look at what it means to be a person after God’s heart, like King David in the Bible, and what it can teach us about helping children living in poverty.
About Easter
Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Christians believe that Jesus is both God and human. When we celebrate Easter, we give thanks that Jesus died on the cross for the forgiveness of sins, taking the punishment that we deserve and also defeating sin, Satan and death.
About Prayer
Prayer is an integral part of our programs and work. Here’s what the Bible says about prayer and why we believe prayer is so important.
Inspiring People Who Live in Poverty AND Help Others
These inspiring people have a strong motivation to help others. Despite growing up in poverty and not always having everything they need, they share what they DO have!
7 Children Share Their Favorite Bible Verses Right Now
These seven children share some of their favorite Bible verses, and the verses that are encouraging them right now. We pray they inspire you today!
What to Do When You Realize Dad Can’t Fix Everything
When I became a dad, I had this urge to fix things before they even needed fixing, and many of the thoughts that crossed my mind were far beyond the scope of my control. It began to dawn on me that this line of thinking was not sustainable.
