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Faith, scripture, and AI.
Honest writing about Bible study, devotional practice, pastoral care, and what it means to use technology faithfully.
- 16 July 2026·6 min read
Is the North Star the Star of Bethlehem?
No — and the difference matters. The Bethlehem star moved and stopped; Polaris does neither. What scripture actually names, and what it doesn't.
Read → - 27 June 2026·6 min read
The Best AI Bible Apps in 2026
A straightforward look at the top AI Bible apps available in 2026 — what they do well, who they're for, and what to look for as a Christian.
Read → - 26 June 2026·5 min read
Can AI Actually Help You Study the Bible?
Christians are right to ask whether AI is trustworthy for scripture study. An honest look at what it does well, and where it should not be trusted.
Read → - 25 June 2026·5 min read
Scripture for Anxiety and Grief
The Bible has more to say about anxiety and grief than most people realise. How scripture speaks into the hard seasons, and where to start reading.
Read → - 24 June 2026·4 min read
Bible Verses for Grief and Comfort
Bible verses for grief and loss, with a gentle word on how Scripture meets us in sorrow — and how to sit with it when words are hard to find.
Read → - 24 June 2026·5 min read
What Makes a Great Daily Devotional App?
Daily devotional apps vary enormously in quality. Here's what to look for — and what to avoid — when choosing one for your morning routine.
Read → - 20 June 2026·4 min read
Building a Daily Devotional Habit
Why daily devotionals fall apart by February — and a realistic, guilt-free way to build a quiet time you actually keep all year.
Read → - 18 June 2026·4 min read
How to Start a Prayer Journal
What a prayer journal is, why it helps, and a simple format to start one today — plus how to keep it going when life gets busy.
Read → - 16 June 2026·4 min read
Reading the Bible When Overwhelmed
New to the Bible or coming back after years away? A simple, no-pressure plan for where to start reading and how to keep going when it feels overwhelming.
Read → - 14 June 2026·4 min read
Bible Verses for Anxiety
A gentle collection of Bible verses for anxiety and worry, with a simple way to pray and journal through them when your mind won't settle.
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