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Bara is used of man’s creation, which is not ex nihilo but out of the earth (Gen. 1:26, 5:1, etc.). So the word is NOT restricted to making something out of nothing (as is often stated), but includes making something out of what already exists. 

Prayer among evangelical Christians is always in danger of degenerating into a glorified gold rush. Almost every book on prayer deals with the “get” element mainly.

Randy Alcorn answers the question, "What truth do people need to hear?"

It’s possible to speak out about injustice without having a solution. However, I agree that those pointing out injustice should seek to be part of the solution.

In this two and a half minute clip, Randy Alcorn answers the question, "When did you put your faith in Christ?"

And God said, “Let the waters swarm with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens.” 

Follow Scripture’s lead toward what you should pray for. (If prayer’s the train, make Scripture the rails.) 

Randy Alcorn shares about his childhood and first jobs, including one that involved being held up at gun point.

We receive many letters from readers asking for ways to help those being persecuted for their faith. In addition to financial contributions, the following are other opportunities for individuals, families, or church groups to help those in need.

I was a pastor for fourteen years. My closest friends are pastors. I’m delighted to talk to pastors about Heaven.

It was the belief in the accountability of man to his maker that made America a great nation. Among those earlier leaders was Daniel Webster whose blazing eyes and fiery oratory often held the Senate spellbound.

Some imagine that being personally opposed to abortion, while believing others have the right to choose it, is some kind of compromise between the pro-abortion and prolife positions.

Another kind of religious leader must arise among us. He must be of the old prophet type, a man who has seen visions of God and has heard a voice from the Throne.

Randy's 47-minute message on sexual purity given at a Cannon Beach Conference Center retreat, based on 1 Thessalonians 4:3: "It is God's will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality."