More and more kids are choosing to try drugs and alcohol sooner, some as early as eight or nine years old. The earlier children try drugs, the more likely they will develop an addiction. Do you know if your kids are using drugs and alcohol? Here are some clues as well as tips on how to handle this situation.

People who share their Christian faith openly and overtly in one of the former Soviet Union countries are now outlawed. But here’s the story of a missionary couple who aren’t willing to turn their backs on living Christ before others.

After he was shot in the head in a battle during the Vietnam war, Stanley Martinez heard the medic say there was nothing they could do for him and that he was too far gone to be helped. Despite the overwhelming odds, God had a plan for this soldier’s life.

Raised by a single mom, author speaker and entrepreneur Towan Isom runs two businesses, both focused on the impact of relationships on spiritual, emotional and business growth. She has insights and advice for singles, business owners, friendships, and for anyone who wants to live life to the fullest.

Many news headlines and stories for the past two years focus on how judgmental Christians are. What does God’s Word offer for guidance in this area?

Even as a young child, others recognized Frank Shelton had a God-given gift for sharing the Gospel with others. But over time, Frank learned that “God uses broken people the most” when it comes to ministering to others. Even so, God turned his brokenness and setbacks to happiness.

Just when we think we know where our lives are headed, God often surprises us. Andrea Annunziata reached a point where she observed, “God hadn’t done anything I expected him to do.” And more surprises were still in store.

In a Hindu society, where the people don’t believe they are sinners, a mother advised her 14-year-old son, “Do not become a Christian, but learn from Christianity how to be a better Hindu.” Here’s the story of what happened to him during that effort.

Does the Bible include guidelines for discussions about racism?

A successful Christian musician, Chris Joyner sings and talks about the need to look deep within and refocus on what God is doing in his life.

From alcohol addiction to relying on God’s power translates to uplifting Christian music

Should incompatibility in certain areas mean an end to the relationship?

Adolescent/parent relationships do not have to be adversarial. There are some basic tools and tricks of the trade that parents can enlist to ensure their preteen will be ushered into the teenage years and promoted to adulthood with grace and a minimum of discord.

Hesitant about an effective way of inviting your friends to church? Here are some tips