Kelly Stanley

1 day ago | christianity.com | Kelly Stanley

How to Pray without CeasingBy Kelly O’Dell Stanley“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, ESV). Impossible, right? Maybe in the olden days, when every task directly affected your family’s survival—of course they prayed, because if the crop died, they’d starve. If someone got sick there was no medicine to help.

Aug 5, 2024 | crosswalk.com | Kelly Stanley

Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer Published May 30, 2023 Have you ever looked at a familiar verse in an unfamiliar Bible translation? Most of us have a preferred version, but reading it in a different translation often sheds new light on its meaning. It may reveal nuances, clarify details, or otherwise point us towards a deeper understanding.