At 84, facing Parkinson's, falls, and chronic illness, the author uses a boxer's parable to ask whether it's time to quit. His answer: keep fighting. He offers scripture, poetry, and hard-won wisdom on staying connected, setting small daily goals, and trusting God through pain and aging.

Many people diagnosed with a mental illness come from well-adjusted “normal” families—I did not. My mental-­emotional meltdown occurred in my 40s, but its seeds were planted early.

When a seminary roommate chose vulnerability over surface friendship, it sparked a 63-year journey of ministry, wild boar hunts, and the kind of iron-sharpening-iron bond that changes everything—right up to a memorial service filled with as much laughter as tears.

What if the place you expect to find belonging is actually where you feel most alone? Discover why true Christian fellowship remains rare in our churches and what you can do to change that starting today.

Why do some prayers for healing go unanswered while others are miraculously granted? Dr. Jim Stout confronts the controversial questions that divide Christians and explores what Scripture actually teaches about divine healing.

Most Christians have acquaintances at church, but few have friends who truly know them. What if the difference between socializing and real fellowship could transform your spiritual life?

What awaits us after our last breath? For many believers, fear clouds what should be our greatest hope—but the biblical picture of heaven is far richer than clouds and harps.

When life shatters your plans, you face a choice: stay stuck in what was lost, or find the courage to create something new. This is the story of learning to adapt when everything changes.

Most Christians can't answer this simple question with confidence. Discover the six biblical facts that can give you absolute certainty about where you'll spend eternity.

What if the God who knows everything about you—even before you were born—actually doesn't know certain things? This surprising sermon outline reveals four truths that might change how you see your relationship with God.

What if the reasons not to follow Christ are exactly what make the decision so important? This isn't about religion or morality—it's about confronting five hard truths before you decide.

What if the answer to your deepest struggles isn't found in your own strength? Discover seven transformative benefits of prayer that science and Scripture both confirm.

Most Christians admit their prayer life feels sporadic and empty. What if six simple shifts could transform your conversations with God from duty into genuine connection?

Can an educated person trust the Bible in a world of skepticism and doubt? Dr. Jim Stout examines the evidence that transformed his own faith and countless others throughout history.

What do you do when God's forgiveness feels real but you still can't forgive yourself? Dr. Jim Stout shares four biblical steps that helped a tormented psalmist find freedom from crippling guilt.

What should I say to a friend who believes the Bible teaches that it’s wrong to make plans? She quotes Jesus’ words as proof that Christians ought not to set goals or make plans,

Every religious leader can reach out to help the mentally ill persons and their families in his or her congregation/temple and community.