Mark Russell
Christian Theology Expert
Education
- BA, Elementary Education, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Professional Achievements
- Over 20 years experience as a youth pastor
- Served as the Church of the Nazarene Virginia District Nazarene Youth Internation President
- Served as Church of the Nazarene Chicago Central District Nazarene Youth International Vice-President
- Served on the Chicago Central District Board of Ministry
Certifications & Organizations
- Ordained Minister, Church of the Nazarene, 2012
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Co-authored Articles (28)
Best Religious Birthday Wishes to Celebrate Friends & Family
Send the perfect Christian birthday message with this guide Wondering how to show the religious loved one in your life how much they mean to you on their birthday? We’ve compiled a list of the best ways to say “happy...
How to Ask God to Forgive Your Sins & Be at Peace Again
Confess your sins to the Lord and receive forgivenessGod calls His followers to repent their sins in order to receive His mercy and love. Asking God and anyone you may have wronged for forgiveness can help lift the weigh...
How to
Look up a Bible Verse
People quote the Bible in a variety of contexts. If you want to be able to look those quotes up, you’ll need to understand the way the Bible is organized. It’s also possible to look up quotes without knowing their lo...
How to
Address a Pastor and His Wife
The time may come when you want to contact a pastor and their spouse. Since pastors hold places of esteem in the Christian church, you’ll want to address them using the right title to show respect. By properly addressi...
What Being Equally Yoked in a Relationship Means & Why it Matters
How being equally yoked can spiritually help you and your partner If you go to church often, you may have heard the term “equally yoked” from your friends or religious leaders. To be equally yoked with your significa...
How Much Time Does It Take to Read the Entire Bible?
A breakdown of reading times for the Bible and its 66 booksThe Bible is full of beautiful messages and passages for you to explore, but just how long will it take you to absorb all of the Word from cover to cover? Don’...
What the Bible Says About Demonic Oppression & Its Causes
Learn how demons attack Christians & how to protect yourself According to the Bible, the devil often uses demons to try to tempt Christians to turn to sin and away from God. This is called demonic oppression, and it ofte...
How to
Write a Prayer Letter to God
Praying is a way to access or talk to God. It is a ritual practiced by many people and various religions. Whether you are Christian or Muslim, you may like to thank God for being there for you, ask him for enlightenment ...
How to
Start a Rumor
Rumors have been used by ordinary people, the media, and even governments to sway public opinion. Rumors can be hurtful or harmless.. 16 August 2024. They can spread and get out of control. It's always important to caref...
How to
Evangelize
Sharing your faith with nonbelievers can be intimidating and difficult, but also incredibly rewarding. Evangelism is a cornerstone of the Christian faith and can be a great way to connect with people and share your passi...
How to Read the Bible in a Year: Sample Reading Plans & Strategies
Find the Bible reading plan that fits your lifestyle and goalsWith 66 books, 1,189 chapters, and over 750,000 words, reading the Bible in a year can seem like a daunting goal—but with the right attitude and study plan ...
How to
Learn the Books of the Bible
The Bible consists of 66 books, spread across both the Old and New Testament. Use memorization tools like songs, games, and apps to help you learn each book's name. If you want to memorize each book entirely, and aim to ...
How to
Make People Jealous
There is always that one girl or guy that everyone wants to be. They come out of nowhere and take everyone by storm, always looking effortlessly perfect, having everyone wrapped around their pinky finger, and making ever...
How to
Be a Christian
Have you felt the tug of the Spirit and Love on your life? If you believe in Jesus Christ, as your Lord and Savior, you begin to live in Christ by "grace through faith, saved unto good works". If you have chosen to beco...
How to
Study the Bible
It is important to thoroughly read the Bible, but simply reading the Bible is not the same as studying. The Divine Word of God deserves respect and ought to be understood and practiced. The Bible is one of the most misin...
How to
Protect Yourself from Evil with the Bible
Life can be very stressful at times. Responsibilities, unfulfilled desires, troubled relationships and many needs or demands take a toll on your emotional health and make your mind restless. All these stressful occurrenc...
How to
Read the Bible
To make reading the Bible feel doable, choose a plan that guides which sections to read and in what order. For instance, you could choose a plan that guides you to read the books of the Bible in historical order, or a pl...
How to
Keep a Christian Journal
A Christian journal will help you gain more faith in God and is good to write down your thoughts, scriptures, prayers, what God has done in your life, notes on what the pastor talked about at church, etc. There is so muc...
How to Become Closer to God through Scripture, Faith & More
If you belong to a faith, getting to know God through a personal relationship with him is the most rewarding thing one can do. God offers his friendship freely to all, but many people reject it because they think it mean...
How to
Have the Fruit of the Holy Spirit
Jesus said in Jn. 15:1-5, "Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he (God) takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain...
