https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/rss/ Copyright https://www.christianity.com 2026, Christianity.com Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:52:13 -0400 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-is-the-soap-method-of-bible-study-and-should-you-use-it.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-is-the-soap-method-of-bible-study-and-should-you-use-it.html Mary Oelerich-Meyer https://www.christianity.com/author/mary-oelerich-meyer/ SOAP is more than just a reading plan. It’s a form of Bible study and journaling whose acronym stands for: Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:11:00 -0400 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/what-does-it-mean-the-joy-of-the-lord-is-my-strength.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/what-does-it-mean-the-joy-of-the-lord-is-my-strength.html Danielle Bernock https://www.christianity.com/author/danielle-bernock/ “The joy of the Lord is our strength,” is brought to fullness when we accept His provision of righteousness by grace that reunites us so we can enjoy His presence. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:50:00 -0400 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/critical-elements-of-your-mens-ministry-strategy.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/critical-elements-of-your-mens-ministry-strategy.html Chris Bolinger https://www.christianity.com/author/chris-bolinger/ According to a broad range of men’s ministry experts, including men who have led transformative men’s ministries for years, you need to take a strategic approach, and your strategy needs to include six elements. Here they are. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:15:15 -0400 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/slideshows/5-ways-to-give-up-worry-for-lent.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/slideshows/5-ways-to-give-up-worry-for-lent.html Alicia Searl https://www.christianity.com/author/alicia-searl/ “You’re such a worrier,” she casually said over the phone after I completely poured out my heart per my usual vulnerable fashion. “You’re right,” I quickly resounded. But my thoughts held a different response, something quite on the contrary.  Sure, I was a natural worrier, but did this friend, that I trusted and highly admired, need to point that out to me?Yes! Yes, she did. That’s because my ever-evolving worry was starting to control me, and dare I say, had even become a comforting (and sinful) habit. My friend was just being honest by calling me out, holding me accountable, and reminding me that worry is not something God wants me to carry, much less tightly hold on to. Sweet friends really are the best (Proverbs 27:9), aren’t they?So, my sweet friend, is it okay that I call you that? I know we likely don’t know one another, but if you are a believer, then we are friends! That said, you obviously landed here for a reason. Maybe you are also a massive worrier. Well, here I am calling you out. Maybe you need to hear that today. Now, before your thoughts grow in frustration as mine did when my friend’s honesty rubbed me the wrong way (at first), let me clarify why it’s important that we pay attention to our worry. Worry, in and of itself, isn’t sinful. However, when it consumes our lives and continually takes over our thoughts, we give the enemy a foothold and are putting our faith on the line.Truth be told, we all worry at some point in our lives, especially when faced with unexpected seasons or challenging situations. But it’s all in how we respond that makes the difference! We can either trust God and lay out our concerns, fears, and anxious heart at His feet or we can bend towards those hasty feelings, allowing them to become an unhealthy habit, and quite possibly creating a sinful pattern.As we begin the season of Lent and usher in this beautiful and meaningful season, let’s set our hearts and minds on welcoming peace and embracing the richness of life that God has extended to us. Let’s let go of worry! Not sure how to do that? No worries, friend. I’ve got you! Below are five easy steps you can take each day to calm your mind, release the worry, and experience joy.Photo Credit: Danijela Froki/Unsplash Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:10:00 -0400 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/plus/featured-plus-pdfs/5-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-you-feel-like-giving-up.html https://www.christianity.com/plus/featured-plus-pdfs/5-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-you-feel-like-giving-up.html Britt Mooney https://www.christianity.com/author/britt-mooney/ Not every hard situation means you should quit, and not every opportunity is yours to pursue. These biblical questions and accompanying workbook can guide you as you seek God’s will and walk faithfully in what He has called you to do. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:48:25 -0400 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/8-ways-to-renew-your-mind.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/8-ways-to-renew-your-mind.html Britt Mooney https://www.christianity.com/author/britt-mooney/ “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” - Romans 12:1-2The apostle Paul writes the first part of Romans to defend against critics of the Gospel he preaches. The famous Romans 8 concludes his argument, which is why Christians over the centuries have found so much truth in that chapter. He spends a couple of chapters exploring the role of Israel and the Gospel. In chapter 12, he begins another section talking about living the Christian life. He shares a secret. We have a choice. We can either be conformed to the ways of the world (its ideas and deceptions and weakness unto death), or we can be transformed. How will we be transformed rightly? By renewing our mind. Our behavior comes from what we believe. About God first, then ourselves and others and how the world works. Some scholars call this our worldview. Behavior modification, or legalism, doesn’t work. That only addresses the outer life and fails. Through the new covenant, God addresses the heart, the thinking, and in so doing, we can live a divine life leading to eternal blessings. But how can we do this? Here are 8 ways to renew your mind. Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/Takako Watanabe Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:55:00 -0500 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/what-is-a-proverbs-31-man-and-why-have-we-never-heard-of-him.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/what-is-a-proverbs-31-man-and-why-have-we-never-heard-of-him.html Ryan Holland https://www.christianity.com/author/ryan-holland/ If Proverbs 31 is the ultimate guide to biblical womanhood, then we would be wise to pay attention to the type of man she marries, too. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:12:53 -0500 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/plus/5-ways-to-find-gods-purpose-for-your-life.html https://www.christianity.com/plus/5-ways-to-find-gods-purpose-for-your-life.html Shea Smith https://www.christianity.com/author/shea-smith/ Purpose can be a loaded word, you know? I remember choosing a college major and panicking over the decision! I would question, “What’s my purpose and how do I get there?” It’s easy to assume purpose is what one does day-to-day, such as a job or career, or another may assume it’s what one is called in a deeper purpose, such as a role or specific service. I tend to think purpose can ebb and flow in different seasons. So while we approach this subject of purpose, let us seek God humbly to lead us to Him. I have a feeling we’ll know more about the purpose the more we draw near to the Lord! Photo Credit: ©iStock/Getty Images Plus/Zbynek Pospisil Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:37:01 -0500 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/how-to-fast-for-lent-fasting-guide-40-days.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/how-to-fast-for-lent-fasting-guide-40-days.html Christianity.com Editorial Staff https://www.christianity.com/author/christianitycom-editorial-staff/ Fasting is practiced by numerous Christian denominations during the time of Lent in preparation for Easter Sunday. Discover the Christian significance of fasting for Lent and practical guidance for your fast in 2026. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:30:00 -0500 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00 https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/how-many-christians-are-there-in-the-world.html https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/how-many-christians-are-there-in-the-world.html Britt Mooney https://www.christianity.com/author/britt-mooney/ According to 2025 data, about 2.6 billion people identify as Christians worldwide, which comes to around 31.7 percent of the population. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:03:10 -0500 2026-03-31T01:52:13-04:00