Olivia Woodford
Holy Bible Expert
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Co-authored Articles (46)
120+ Happy Birthday Prayers to Celebrate Family and Friends
Beautiful Bible verses, quotes & messages to bless your loved onesBirthdays remind us to celebrate friends, family, and those we love with open arms—what better way to honor them than by praying for their happiness in ...
How to Properly Fast for God as a Christian
Bring yourself closer to the Lord through fasting and worshipFor Christians, fasting is a way to humble yourself in the presence of God and reaffirm your faith. While fasting isn’t a required part of Christianity, comp...
How to Ask God for a Financial Breakthrough: 19 Immediate Prayers
Let Him deliver you from poverty and give you wealthConfronting financial difficulties can make you or your loved ones feel tired and stressed, but praying for a miracle can be a powerful source of comfort and hope. Whet...
How to
Ask God for Something (Christianity)
You have something you want to ask God for, but you don’t know how to go about asking. God hears your prayers, but he doesn't always give you exactly what you ask for. It’s important to praise God and seek forgivenes...
How to Close a Prayer (With Examples)
A guide to graceful endings for individual and group prayers Whether you’re leading groups in worship or just starting to pray by yourself, it’s important to know how to end your prayer. We spoke to Christian perform...
What Does It Mean to “Walk with the Lord,” and How Do You Do It?
Grow in your faith and spirituality by drawing closer to GodChristians are called to live a godly life by walking with the Lord—but what exactly does that mean, and how does one do it? Essentially, walking with God mea...
Is Burning Sage a Sin? What the Bible Says
The Bible doesn’t mention sage, but it does mention incenseBurning sage (also known as smudging) is a common spiritual practice that involves lighting a bundle of herbs and wafting the smoke to cleanse a space of negat...
How to
Find God
Are you searching for God but not sure where to start? Finding God is an incredibly personal journey, but there are some universal paths that can take you to Him. In this article, you'll find some tried-and-true methods ...
How Are Baptists Different from Christians? Beliefs, Origins & More
A simplified guide to what makes Baptists unique Christianity is a complex religion with many different denominations, or subgroups. While these groups have much in common, some, like the Baptists, have a distinct combin...
How to
Ask God for Forgiveness (Christianity)
Asking God to forgive your sins is an important process. It is important that you admit what you did wrong and truly feel sorry that you did it. You must come to God, pray using scripture, and ask Him to forgive you. The...
How to Honor the Lord Through Prayer, Service, & Song
Honor God by showing appreciation for the many blessings he has bestowed upon you Giving thanks to God is a great way to honor Him and draw closer to Him. It can be easy to give thanks when something good happens, but it...
How to Pray: A Beginner's Guide
No matter your faith, being intentional about how you pray can make the experience more meaningfulTo pray means to commune with a spirit or deity that you believe in. While the rituals and conventions of prayer may vary ...
How to
Make a Difference As a Christian Youth
If you want to make a difference as a Christian youth, you should remember that it's not just about going to church or reading the Bible (although those things definitely matter). You can make a difference by living a Ch...
Who Were the 12 Apostles of Jesus? Their Lives & Contributions Explained
Each of the 12 disciples' calling, background, and legacyYou may be able to recite the names of all 12 apostles by heart, but who really were they? Jesus’ closest disciples were everyday humans with flaws, strengths, a...
How to
Live for Jesus
Christians are called to live for Jesus, and follow him in everything they do. But what exactly does it mean to live for Jesus, and how do you do it? The best way is to look in the Bible for examples of how Christ lived,...
Is Saying "On God" a Sin? Plus What it Really Means
Learn when Christians can take oaths and swear to God Phrases like “on God” and “oh my God” have become increasingly popular in modern slang, but is it appropriate for Christians to use these expressions? Most Ch...
How to Invite Christ Into Your Life
Welcoming Jesus into your heart is one of the first steps to being a Christian, but how do you do that? Accepting Christ as your Lord and Savior isn’t as difficult as you may think. Yes, it takes some soul searching an...
How to
Have Faith in Jesus
Finding, keeping, and building your faith in Christ, even in difficult timesWhether you're just learning about Jesus or you grew up attending weekly church services, faith can be difficult for many people. No one can pro...
How to
Pray as a Christian
There is a formal prayer and an informal prayer. You can pray to God as though He is a friend or you can pray to Him in a more formal manner. ''Many pray in many different ways.''
How to
Have a Personal Christian Devotion
Devotions are a great way to get closer to God. A devotion is a quiet time that you spend praying, reading God’s word, and reflecting on your relationship with Him. You might also choose to sing hymns, meditate, or wri...
