Today on Crosswalk

When we allow the words of the enemy to have power in our lives, we come into agreement with things that directly oppose God’s Word. Here are seven things Satan wants more than anything else:

George Washington's life reminds us that true leadership is rooted in character, humility and a willingness to serve rather than seek power.

Your heavenly Father is near and is truly worthy of our adoration and praise.

God is constantly speaking to people. But too often, they miss out on hearing God’s messages because they seek His guidance only when they’re going through a crisis or facing a major decision.

Some emotional wounds remain hidden beneath smiles, routines, and the pressure to appear strong. This nightly devotional reminds believers that God sees every private hurt and draws near with compassion, comfort, and healing.

Whether you’re praying that God mend your own or someone else’s emotional, physical, or spiritual wounds; here are 10 verses you can pray out loud or in your heart, to help usher in restoration.

From the moment we become believers, we should grow in our relationship with Christ. Unfortunately, due to various factors, many of us never grow in our walk with the Lord. Sometimes, this is due to a lack of discipleship or a lack of support from other Christians. In either case, it is vital to start working on your relationship with Christ as soon as possible, even if you have struggled in the past.Many people think that we have to possess special knowledge, undergo intensive training, or go to church every Sunday to build our relationship with Jesus. While all of these things can be helpful, they are not required for true growth. We can grow in our relationship with Christ by simply talking with Him in prayer, reading the Bible, leaning on Him, and applying the teachings of the Bible to our lives.Throughout this five-week Bible study, we will be working on building our relationship with Jesus this summer. Whether you are a new believer or have known Christ for many years, this study will help you draw closer to Him. Complete this Bible study independently, or do it with others for a summertime group Bible study. Think about what will help you best and take your time as you complete the upcoming weeks.Ready to grow closer to Christ this summer? Download this 5-week Bible study below and begin strengthening your relationship with Him one week at a time.Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/adamkaz

The story of David and Goliath reminds us that the giants we face are not bigger than the God who fights for us. This article shares three faith-filled “stones” for facing life’s battles: identifying the real giant, asking God for His perspective, and speaking His truth over fear, trials, and impossible-looking circumstances.