The Top 10 Spiritual Life Articles of 2025
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By Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff, Crosswalk.com
As we close out 2025, we look back with gratitude on a year filled with both spiritual growth and deepening faith. These ten articles resonated with Crosswalk.com readers for their clarity, biblical grounding, and gentle encouragement. Each one points us back to God’s Word, not with fanfare or flash, but with the kind of steady truth that sustains us in every season.
Whether you’ve read them before or are just now discovering them, may these best-of articles nurture your soul and anchor your days in His promises.
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1. 33 Bible Verses about Fear and Anxiety to Remind Us God Is in Control by Debbie McDaniel
In a year marked by uncertainty and change, this article offered a steadying hand through Scripture. These 33 verses remind us that fear does not have the final say—God does. Every passage speaks peace to anxious hearts and calls us to rest in the Lord’s unchanging love and power.
“I read words - of life - of truth. Soaking them in, over and over, praying them out loud. Until they became so familiar, they replaced the other things in my mind that I’d battled against. There’s nothing magical about words and verses, but there is power through them because they’re God’s words.”
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2. 10 Things Christians Shouldn't Say When Someone Dies by Beth Ann Baus
Grief is sacred, and sometimes well-meaning words can unintentionally wound. This thoughtful piece offered guidance on how to comfort others with gentleness, truth, and grace, helping us become better ministers of compassion in a hurting world.
“We need to remember that even our sentiments of grief must be tested against the Word of God. When we speak under the weight of emotion, we must not imply things about God and His character that aren’t true.”
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3. 7 Things the Bible Says about Loved Ones in Heaven by Whitney Hopler
Loss leads us to wonder about eternity. This article gathered Scriptures that speak to the hope we have beyond this life, giving comfort and perspective for those who have said goodbye to someone they love.
“The Bible doesn’t provide every detail about heaven and the state of our loved ones there. But it does offer valuable insights that provide important glimpses of the divine plan for believers in heaven. It also assures us in 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 that, ‘What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived – the things God has prepared for those who love him – these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit.’”
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4. 31 Spiritual Warfare Scriptures: Help for Facing Life's Battles by Debbie McDaniel
Many believers faced spiritual battles in quiet places this year, struggling with the mind, heart, and faith. This article gathered 31 Scriptures to remind us that we are never alone in the fight. Rooted in God’s Word, these verses equip us to stand firm and pray boldly with the armor of God.
“Praying God’s words back to Him, is a powerful weapon against the forces of evil. It is Truth going out. It reminds us that God knows our way and understands what we face today. It builds our faith and our trust in God. It guards our hearts and focuses our minds back on Him. It wins the battle.”
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5. 5 Prayers to Pray for Yourself Every Day by Whitney Hopler
Sometimes we forget to pray for our own hearts. This article offered practical, Scripture-rooted prayers for strength, purity, peace, wisdom, and direction—reminding us that our personal walk with God matters deeply.
“While it’s important to pray daily for others – your family, friends, community, and world – praying for yourself is equally important. You can only care for others well if your own needs are met well. Praying for yourself is vital to access what you need each day. Praying for yourself is not an act of selfishness but an act of faith that shows God you’re relying on him to provide all you need.”
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6. 10 Ways God Speaks to Us Today by Meg Bucher
God is not silent. Through His Word, His Spirit, His people, and even His creation, He continues to speak. This article encouraged readers to quiet the noise, listen with discernment, and recognize God’s voice in everyday life.
“Though we aren’t likely to hear the audible voice of God through a burning bush as Moses did, or in the midst of a dream as Joseph experienced, the One who spoke the earth and the heavens into existence still speaks to us today. When we seek to understand the character of our Creator, our lives will begin to reveal His protective hand.”
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7. 8 Signs of the End Times That All Christians Should Know by Britt Mooney
Jesus told us to be watchful, not fearful. This article laid out key signs of the end times from Scripture and helped readers understand how to live faithfully in light of what the Bible says about the last days.
“As with any theological study, there are diverse interpretations of these passages. One thing is clear: there will be an end to this world. And it will take us by surprise on some level. We must be ready. Jesus and the New Testament writers give us hints and signs that the end is growing near.”
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8. What Is Salvation? (Also: Why It's Needed and How to Get It) by Mike Leake
In a world full of opinions and confusion, this article brought readers back to the most important question of all: What does it mean to be saved? With clarity and compassion, it lays out why salvation is needed, what the Bible says about it, and how anyone can receive this gift of grace.
“When thinking about salvation it’s helpful to think about what we are saved from, what we are saved to, who we are saved by. It’s also helpful to think about our salvation as a past, present, and future happening.”
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9. 50 Bible Verses of Love: From God's Heart to Us by Debbie McDaniel
Our culture often blurs the lines between love and approval, grace and truth. This rich collection of 50 verses anchors us in God’s definition of love—holy, sacrificial, and unwavering. Each Scripture gently realigns our hearts with what it truly means to love as Christ has loved us.
“The Bible has so much to say about love! God’s love is perfect, faithful, unconditional, forgiving, all-encompassing, pure, lasting, sacrificial, strong, enduring, refreshing, redeeming, everlasting, lavish, full, inspiring, hope-filled, gracious, and so much more. It’s never based on us, our abilities, or striving to ever be good enough. It’s found in Him, His character, and a huge capacity to give. It knows no boundaries and has no limits. There’s no place too deep that His love can’t reach us still.”
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10. 5 Indicators of a Wicked and Evil Heart by Leslie Vernick
This sobering yet necessary article reminded us of how easily the human heart can go astray. With biblical warnings and careful insight, it helped readers examine their lives for hidden sin, pride, or deception, always pointing us back to God’s mercy and the call to walk in His truth.
“The Bible clearly tells us that among God’s people there are wolves that wear sheep’s clothing (Jeremiah 23:14; Titus 1:10; Revelations 2:2). It’s true that every human heart is inclined toward sin, and that includes evil. We all miss God's mark of moral perfection. However, most ordinary sinners do not happily indulge evil urges, nor do we feel good about having them. We feel ashamed and guilty, rightly so (Romans 7:19-21). These things are not true of the evil heart.”
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Looking Ahead with Faith
These articles remind us that our walk with God isn’t built on emotional highs, but on steady obedience, growing trust, and a firm foundation in His Word. As you step into the new year, let these truths go with you—guiding your thoughts, shaping your prayers, and lifting your heart in worship.
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