It is often said that we are our own worst critics. We are told “love your neighbor as yourself” – but putting forth healthy love and respect for others begins with doing the same for yourself. Self-Criticism Begins with a Lie “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls …
Read MoreSome people believe that, even though people all around the world have a different source or deity as their higher power, all roads lead to the same God. Is this concept compatible with Christianity? Do Christians Believe That All Roads Lead to God? A popular notion is that human beings, …
Read MoreThe journey of Christianity is a continuing quest for knowledge, growth, and spiritual maturity. Everyone has to start somewhere. But once we begin, we need to challenge ourselves to grow beyond Christian babies. Growing in Christianity “Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow …
Read MoreWhy are so many of us unhappy with who we are? Unhappiness is an epidemic these days. It primarily stems from feelings of not measuring up to the expectations of the world and forgetting that God loves us as we are. The Epidemic of Self-Loathing “I praise you, for I …
Read MoreMany people picture worship as kneeling and praying to a God or idol, but in reality, worship is much more subtle than that, even transparent, with many people in the modern age practicing worship they don’t even realize. Invisible worship The dictionary has multiple meanings for the word “worship.” Of …
Read MoreWhether you realize it or not all of us have an influence on others, with this in mind, we have a magnificent opportunity, as it’s easy to be someone whose presence people look forward to as a source of joy. What Kind of Image Do You Project? “But the fruit …
Read MoreWe can often feel frustrated in life because our plans don’t seem to be coming to fruition, but it is God who has established a plan for us in this life, and many people have found success when and where they weren’t looking. God Has a Plan for You “For …
Read MoreAnything we do of value in life takes work, and it’s no different from living the Christian life. Following Christ is a work-in-progress requiring a lifetime practice of reading God’s word, praying, and following God’s commands. Christianity is a work-in-progress “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” …
Read MoreEven though we Christians know that God loves us and wants the best for us, the world around us sometimes makes us lose sight of that fact. The Bible itself confirms that we live in a troubled world. But God’s Word in the Holy Bible is there to remind us …
Read MoreHave you ever seen the wind? Can you touch and hold it in your hands? Even though you can’t physically see it, you wouldn’t argue against its existence. You certainly can see the results of it when the wind takes down trees or blows over semi-trucks pulling tractor-trailers. How about …
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