Publications

Christianity.com • June 17th, 2025

7 Fathers in the Bible Who Point Us to God

Many in our day and time lack consistent examples. Our world, along with the distractions in our lives, witness more inconsistencies than solidity. While no earthly father is perfect, the Bible provides timeless models of fathers; men who have checked all of the boxes. Love. Leadership. Faith. And lived with integrity before the Lord.These examples demonstrate the kind of traits needed for the generations and are worth rivaling. What are they? They’re traits such as obedience, protection, provis...

Christianity.com • June 16th, 2025

How the Transfiguration Reveals Jesus Is Not Just Another Prophet

Have you ever put God in a box? And in that box, you expected Him to operate the way you thought best? Have you ever thought about what happens when we do this? Well, in our finite wisdom, according to Romans 11:33, God’s immense wisdom, knowledge, and grace are unsearchable. In that box, we limit His power to our own understanding, traditions, or comfort zones. We may try to divine God by our thoughts, expectations, or reasonings, but it is of utmost importance to let God reveal Himself in His...

Christianity.com • June 4th, 2025

7 Morally Grey Characteristics, and What They Reveal about Us

Not every struggle is black and white. Some of the deepest battles happen in the grey, where our intentions seem right, but our choices still miss the mark. These seven morally gray characteristics reveal more than behavior, they expose the heart, challenge our convictions, and invite us to wrestle with the quiet places where compromise lives.

Christianity.com • March 18th, 2025

How to Reconstruct Fractured Community

Fractured community? What is this, and what does it even mean? We’re all perfect, right? No, we’re not. The fractured community will present itself in many forms, such as broken trust caused by betrayal, conflict, or failure in leadership, causing the people or community to feel a weight so unbearable that they want to give up and walk away. Think of the fractured community as a church split, family drama, or a group of friends who can’t seem to get along anymore. Division has taken root, and pe...

Seed - Journey with Dr. Allma Johnson • March 2nd, 2025

Faith-Driven Writing Creating Generational Impact: An Interview with Author Alexis A. Goring

Author Alexis A. Goring’s faith-driven writing transforms hearts through stories rooted in God’s truth. In this interview, she shares how her faith shapes her storytelling, inspiring readers and aspiring writers alike.

Christianity.com • February 21st, 2025

11 Inspiring Spanish Christian Podcasts to Draw You Closer to God

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to hear God’s Word in another language? To feel His truth resonate in a new rhythm and culture? That curiosity led me to explore the Gospel in Spanish—one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.Armed with a translation tool and ready for the challenge, I dove into Spanish Christian podcasts, expecting to simply listen and learn. Instead, I was transformed. The fire in the voices, the passion in the sermons, the beauty of worship beyond words—it all...

Crosswalk.com • February 14th, 2025

The Toll Scrolling Is Already Taking on the Next Generation - Christian Parenting

Brought to you by The toll of constant scrolling isn’t something in the distant future—it’s already here, and it’s taking a significant toll on the next generation. For those who have grown up in a world of digital immediacy, the effects of endless scrolling are felt daily. Every swipe, every notification, and every scroll through social media is a small but cumulative strain on their attention, identity, and relationships.Let’s pull back the curtain on this issue. It’s not just a problem on t...

Crosswalk.com • February 6th, 2025

What Is Christian Empathy, and Why Is it under Fire for Being “Toxic?”

Brought to you by There is a raw, unyielding truth in our time: compassion, a cornerstone of the Christian faith, is both a divine command and a human challenge. In a world steeped in pain and division, the call to love one another—as Jesus did—resonates with a strength that cannot be silenced. Yet today, a term has emerged to question one of Christianity’s most cherished virtues: “toxic empathy.” Let's boldly examine the layers of Christian empathy rooted in the truth of God’s Word (NKJV) and...

iBelieve.com • February 5th, 2025

8 Important Ways for Christians to Care for Their Mental Health

As Christians, it is crucial to understand that mental health is just as important as physical and spiritual health. Too often, the topic of mental health is overlooked or minimized within the church, but it is time to change that narrative. God, who created us in His image, is deeply concerned with every aspect of our well-being. Our minds are powerful, and when they are not nurtured, they can quickly spiral into a state of dysfunction. This can be seen as anxiety, depression, stress, or even s...

Christianity.com • February 4th, 2025

How to Break Free from the Pain of Rejection

Rejection. That word hits hard, doesn’t it? It’s more than just a word; it’s something we feel. For many people, it’s something that keeps hurting over and over again. Whether it’s the sting of unreturned love, the pain of abandonment, or the sadness of feeling invisible, rejection shows up everywhere. It happens at work, at home, in friendships, and sometimes, it even happens inside of us. Rejection often leaves a huge hole in our hearts. So many people try to fill that hole with the wrong thin...

Christianity.com • January 28th, 2025

What Loving Your Enemies Really Means (and What it Doesn’t)

First and foremost, loving your enemies means seeing them as image-bearers of God. Genesis 1:27, NKJV reminds us that every human being is made in the image of God. That includes the coworker who undermines you, the friend who betrayed you, and yes, even those who actively oppose your faith.Loving your enemies starts with the recognition that they, too, are people in need of God’s grace. It’s acknowledging that, but for the mercy of God, we could be in their shoes. Let’s face it: sometimes, the...

Christianity.com • January 20th, 2025

7 Powerful Ways Churches Can Bridge the Generation Gap

In churches across the world, a unique challenge is emerging that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries: the growing gap between generations. As people from different age groups come together in worship, there are often varying preferences, experiences, and even theological perspectives. The older generation may cherish hymns and formalized liturgies, while younger members are drawn to contemporary music and less structured worship experiences. These differences can sometimes cause ten...

YouVersion | The Bible App | Bible.com • January 17th, 2025

Focused: Finding Clarity in a World of Distractions a 7-Day Devotional by Allma Johnson - Day 1 of 7

Focus On Releasing the Past In the whirlwind of modern life, distractions are relentless. From the ceaseless notifications of social media to the myriad responsibilities and the nagging inner doubts, it's easy to lose sight of our true path. Proverbs 4:25-27 offers us a guiding light in this chaos. It calls us to maintain unwavering focus by keeping our eyes straight ahead and our steps deliberate and grounded in righteousness. This passage reminds us that maintaining focus requires more than...