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Sharing about Jesus with friends can feel intimidating. You might wonder how people will react — will they think you’re being pushy, silly for believing the Bible, or one of “those” judgmental Christians? In a culture where spiritual conversations can feel off-limits, it’s surprising that 74% of Americans say they want to grow spiritually — likely including those who don’t identify with any religion. This shows us that people are searching for meaning and hope. As followers of Christ, we have...

Jesus once said, “In this world you will have trouble.” (John 16:33) It’s a simple statement, but a profound one. Life is full of challenges — and Jesus didn’t sugarcoat that. We all face moments of pain, disappointment, and confusion. We deal with health issues and financial stress. We lose people we care about. We pray for things that never seem to happen. We watch our world spiral with division and unrest and wonder where God is in the middle of it all. It’s in those moments that a tough...

Picture this: you’re a new recruit in the army and you’re preparing for a dangerous mission. Your commander warns you that most of the...