“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.” Ephesians 5:1 ESV Almost everybody tells us to be the “best version” of ourselves in our world today. Sadly, we follow this advice to heart, regardless of whether it would be pleasing to the Lord or not. We do not see this advice as a trap of the… Continue reading The best version of yourself is to be like Christ
Month: August 2022
Christ, our Cornerstone – Matthew 21:42
Matthew 21:42 Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’? In today’s reflection, we look at the essence of a cornerstone. In an infrastructure, a cornerstone serves as a rock where the… Continue reading Christ, our Cornerstone – Matthew 21:42
I will be a Father unto you. 2 Corinthians 6:18
What Is the Significance of Zion in the Bible?
Is There Really Answer to Prayer? What Does the Bible Say?
If there’s one thing the Bible teaches in great detail, it is about trusting God, who is all powerful and all knowing. Some of the things that put these attributes to the test is our prayers and supplications Whatever it is we ask of Him, we should remember that God always answers. However, not all… Continue reading Is There Really Answer to Prayer? What Does the Bible Say?
10 Bible Verses About Vengeance That Will Change the Way You See Anger
Vengeance is a loaded word. It’s one that we often associate with feelings of anger, bitterness, and even hatred. And yet, the idea of vengeance is central to many religious traditions. For Christians, the concept of vengeance is deeply intertwined with the idea of justice. In the Old Testament, God is portrayed as a vengeful… Continue reading 10 Bible Verses About Vengeance That Will Change the Way You See Anger
Pray for Love of God and Love for People
Heavenly God, You are the only source of genuine love. You have shown to me the true meaning of unconditional love by redeeming me through the sacrifice of Christ. I know that the only way that I could love the same is if I allow You to work in my life. I pray for my… Continue reading Pray for Love of God and Love for People
What Does the Bible Say about Submission to God?
By virtue of his creation, mankind has a responsibility toward its Creator to obey Him. But God did not create robots who just follow everything He commands. He gave man the freedom to choose, whether he would follow Him, or not. Unfortunately, the opening chapters of the Bible show that man deliberately disobeyed God, leading… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Submission to God?
Condemnation is Our Greatest Enemy
Romans 8:1 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Our greatest enemy and the greatest tool of Satan against us is his condemnation being made to feel guilty. I need to tell you there’s a great difference between being made to feel guilty and conviction of sin. The Holy Spirit… Continue reading Condemnation is Our Greatest Enemy
The Crown that Redeemed Us – John 18:36
John 18:36 Jesus replied, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my servants would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish authorities. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” The crown of thorns, a common representation of Christ’s suffering that he experienced by surrendering to… Continue reading The Crown that Redeemed Us – John 18:36