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Journey with Hope
Online Bible Study
Christ our hope in life and death!
A good Bible study resource is Bible Gateway



Peter’s Failure and Restoration: From Self-Reliance to Humility
Peter’s Failure and Restoration shows how betrayal became forgiveness, fear became courage, and a weak disciple became a mighty witness for Christ. What can you learn from Peter today?
Carol Plafcan
Nov 288 min read


When Temptation Strikes: Standing Firm Through Faith
Temptation didn’t end in the wilderness and it won’t end for us either. The enemy still watches for vulnerable moments, twisting Scripture, feeding doubt, and striking when we’re weak. But in Christ, we’re not defenseless. Through the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and a living hope in Jesus, we can stand firm, resist the lies, and walk in obedience. When we are standing firm through faith, it becomes our shield and hope becomes our anchor. Stay alert. Stand strong in Christ.
Carol Plafcan
Nov 186 min read


Born Again by the Holy Spirit: New Life in Christ
Discover what it means to be born again by the Holy Spirit. Learn how God transforms believers through new life in Christ and the Spirit’s power.
Carol Plafcan
Oct 175 min read


Master Christian Self-Control: Biblical Advice for Growth
Struggling with self-control? Discover how God's grace trains us to live disciplined Christian lives (Titus 2:11-14). From overcoming temptation to growing spiritually, learn practical tips to cultivate self-discipline as a fruit of the Spirit.
Carol Plafcan
Oct 67 min read


Guarding Your Heart: What the Bible Teaches
The Bible calls us to guard our hearts, for life flows from within (Proverbs 4:23). Yet even when our hearts condemn us, we can rest in the promise that God is greater than our heart (1 John 3:20).
Carol Plafcan
Sep 26 min read


From Sin’s Slave to Christ’s Servant
We have been freed from the slavery of sin as believers to become Christ’s servants, living in obedience and reflecting His transforming power.
Carol Plafcan
Aug 157 min read


God’s Ongoing Creative Work in Believers
We know that God creates. This is the first thing we learn about Him in the Bible, that He has created all that is and that we are the...
Carol Plafcan
Jul 227 min read


Saint Defined: Meaning, Prayer and Eternal Promise
What is a saint? The answer is found in 1 Corinthians 1:2. Here Paul says, " To the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who are...
Carol Plafcan
Jun 106 min read


God’s Character Seen in the Fruit of the Spirit
What are the characteristics of God? You have probably heard as a Christian, that we are to have the "Fruit of the Spirit." This fruit...
Carol Plafcan
Jun 36 min read


How to Understand Being an Image Bearer of God
We are created in the image of God, imago Dei in Latin. (Genesis 1:27). Such a beautiful and profound statement. Yet it is a hard to...
Carol Plafcan
May 206 min read


Following Jesus, the Captain of Our Salvation
Jesus, the Captain of Our Salvation A captain in the military has many duties. He trains his soldiers, he inspires, and motivates them...
Carol Plafcan
Apr 256 min read


Biblical Self‑Examination: A Path to Transformation
Why Spiritual Self‑Examination Matters We live in a world where it’s easy to coast through life without asking hard questions. But...
Carol Plafcan
Apr 227 min read


Glorifying God: From Enemies to Beloved Children
Glorifying God in Our Faith and Tribulations What things do you glory in? That's not a widely used expression today. To glory in...
Carol Plafcan
Feb 285 min read


Jesus Fulfills the Law: A Heart Transformed by Faith
In Christ, we find freedom from the Law. An old hymn captures this beautifully: "Free from the law—oh, happy condition! Jesus hath bled,...
Carol Plafcan
Nov 1, 20246 min read


The Most Important 'One Thing' : What the Bible Says
As parents, we often find ourselves repeating certain phrases to our children—"If there's one thing you should remember, it's this..."...
Carol Plafcan
Oct 18, 20244 min read


Jesus as Our High Priest: Understanding the New Covenant and the Royal Priesthood
Jesus, we are told, is our Great High Priest (Hebrews 2:17, 4:14) and we, as His followers, are His royal priesthood (1 Peter 2:9). Have...
Carol Plafcan
Oct 15, 20246 min read
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