Category Archives: Testimonies + Encouragement

8 Reasons Why Christians Don’t Share Their Faith

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15 The sad but true fact is that many Christians, for many reasons, don’t talk about Continue Reading

5 Tips ANYONE Can Use to Share Their Testimony

You might not be an expert in theology, the Bible, doctrines, or apologetics, but you are an expert in what Jesus has done in your life! You are an expert in how Jesus has set you free. When you give your testimony, focus on the mighty river of God’s grace. When someone seeking faith or Continue Reading

Top 5 Bible Verses on Hope

FREE eChart: Top 5 Bible Verses on Hope Experience the Peace that Comes from Gaining a Hopeful Spirit with this Week’s Free eChart.  Ever felt like you were up against a wall? Stuck. Stalled. Stumped on what to do. Churches and communities are filled with people who struggle to sustain a hopeful outlook. Some have Continue Reading

9 Blessings to Count in Pain and Suffering [GIVEAWAY]

Count Your Blessings Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.–1 Thess. 5:16-18 To give thanks is not the same as “feeling thankful.” To give thanks in the midst of pain and problems is to take a step of faith based on the Continue Reading

Pregnant, Lost, and Alone… But There is Hope.

Like an anvil, a dollar-store clock pounds loudly in the empty lobby. Each percussive second that bounces off the whitewashed walls reminds her how alone she is. But it’s an odd calm compared to the screaming and I-told-you-so’s that crushed her outstretched cries for help and compassion hours ago. She feels worthless. Dirty. Certain that Continue Reading

You Wrote, and We’re Responding!

Rose Around the World Our books and pamphlets get around! Readers and our staff have submitted photos of themselves with our titles from across the globe as evidence. Can you guess where they are? (Answers below) A. B. C. D. E. F. Got a picture you’d like to send us? Email raechel[at]rose-publishing.com with your photo Continue Reading

Who Is God? – 3 Ways to Know Him Personally

Tom, a new reader we met recently, shared his testimony with us: months ago, he was learning to be part of a Christian community and hungrily diving into God’s Word for hours at a time every day when he thought, ‘Wait, a second… Other religions are just like this: they have true community and acts Continue Reading

FREE eChart: Trials and God’s Divine Purpose

Where Is God in Trials?

Hardships in life can make us question where God is in our lives. In Psalm 139, the Bible tells us that God sees our every move, knows the intentions of our hearts, and knows what is before and after us. This means he can see the loss of dear ones in our lives, the moments Continue Reading

Can We Really Know What the Bible ACTUALLY Says?

It’s been a week since we started the 40 Days of Fasting Bible challenge! How are you doing? Perhaps you’re still going strong and you haven’t missed a beat. Maybe you forgot the next day and had to write yourself a little note to remember not to eat chocolate or turn on the TV. Or Continue Reading

10 Verses to Uplift a Friend Around Valentine’s Day

The Valentine’s Day season can be hard for some people. Whether due to anniversary depression, loneliness, or other emotional triggers, Valentine’s Day tends to be a painful reminder to those of us with experiences in loss or rejection. Luckily, God’s Word and community can provide solace and truth for those difficult moments. Here are some Continue Reading