By Study & By Faith
Rise to Your Divine Identity, Purpose, and Destiny
In our life, both now, before, and after earth, we must discover our divine identity, purpose, and destiny.
Beautiful Babies Blessing the World
God doesn't use big battalions of soldiers to accomplish His purposes; He sends beautiful babies who go on to bless the world.
Your Path of Discipleship
Your path to discipleship must include knowing and valuing who you are, seeing and loving others, and choosing to serve throughout your life.
Harry Potter and the Five Gospel Truths
Brigitte Madrian speaks of five gospel truths that have been reinforced to her when exploring the wizarding world of Harry Potter.
Discovering Your Divine Individuality
Julie Crockett assures us that our uniqueness and divine individuality are only magnified as we work toward attaining Christlike attributes.
B-Y-You Matter to Him
On a large campus (or in a daunting world), it can be hard to feel like you matter. But God knows you by name, and that knowledge changes everything.
Be Anchored in Order to Soar
Understanding that we are spiritual beings will help us be anchored and soar to our full potential.
The Worth of Souls Is Great
All people have infinite worth as God’s children and their worth should not be measured by the world’s values. We should love everyone.
“Yea, They May Forget, Yet Will I Not Forget Thee”
The Lord has promised that, even when we feel most lost and alone, even when those closest to us have forgotten us, He is aware of us.
Comparing, Competing, and Individual Worth
We live in a day where comparing and competing are viewed as normal ways to get ahead in life, but we can overcome that mindset.
How Do We Think about What Is Human?: C. S. Lewis and The Abolition of Man
Political philosophy professor Jean Bethke Elshtain, citing C.S. Lewis, warns against tampering with our definition of what is human and deserving of life.
The Crucibles of Eternal Identity
Self-knowledge of our eternal identity is essential in the journey to overcome the crucibles of this life and fulfill our potential.
Our Spiritual Eyeglasses: What You See Is What You Get
The spiritual eyeglasses we view the world through define what we believe, where we focus, and how we act. Wearing an incorrect pair can distort our vision.
“To Thine Own Self Be True”
Knowing and being true to who we are—children of God, unique, with special gifts and infinite wort—helps us to rise above discouragement and find happiness.
Secular and Sacred Individuality
Whether relating to genetic or spiritual differences, we are individuals with unique predispositions, vulnerabilities, and strengths.
Your Good Name
Names are important. Our identities are strengthened for the better when we mature spiritually, do good, and take upon Christ's name.
The Lord Doesn’t Grade on a Curve
The Lord knows us individually and does not grade on a competitive "curve." We should not measure our worth by comparing ourselves to others.
One Out of Many
We should seek unity in individually developing ourselves by improving our minds, bodies, talents, health, and abilities.
The Magnificence of Man
One of the most magnificent creations of God is the remarkably complex human body, which ought to be an object of appreciation and respect.
“How Many Is One?”
How many is one person? Our potential is much greater than we realize, especially when empowered by wisdom, honesty, testimony, and the Holy Ghost.
