We all have secrets— things we’ve done that we’re ashamed of and things we’re afraid to tell anyone. When we keep those secrets hidden, it feels like we’re safe, like no one can judge us if they don’t know the truth. As they say, there’s no secret that doesn’t get revealed. We may think we’re… Continue reading 10 Bible Verses About Secrets That Everyone Should Know
Month: September 2022
Why Names Are So Important In The Bible – And So Is Yours
Names are deeply important to human beings, a crucial way of understanding not just the world around us, but each other. A surname roots us in history and family tradition, while first names establish more particular identity and personality; you may become quite attached to your name, or you may wish you were called something… Continue reading Why Names Are So Important In The Bible – And So Is Yours
What Does the Bible Say about God’s Will?
If there is just one thing that a follower and servant of God should know in the Bible, it is what He wants for him to do. Knowing, understanding, and carrying God’s perfect will are three very different things. Some people recognize God’s will, some understand it, but only a few actually go through it.… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about God’s Will?
Romans Bible Study 17 – Ruin And Rescue – Romans 5:12-21
Wake Up and Pray!
Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down, and prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not… Continue reading Wake Up and Pray!
Loving and Obeying – John 14:23
“Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them’.” – John 14:23 When we are asked what is the best possible way for us to show our love to someone, how should we answer it? On an… Continue reading Loving and Obeying – John 14:23
What Does the Bible Say about Dying to Self?
The term dying to self or denying oneself has its roots from Scripture. During the ministry of Jesus, a rich young man asked Him what to do to inherit eternal life, claiming he has already done everything stated in the Law. Jesus responded that he should give all his riches to the poor and then… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Dying to Self?
Only God can restore our souls.
Question: “How can I restore my soul?” Answer: The only biblical passage that contains this phrase is Psalm 23:3: “He restores my soul.” This is in the context of the Shepherd who leads His sheep to “green pastures,” “quiet waters” and “paths of righteousness.” As Christians, we are the sheep of God’s pasture (Psalm 100:3), and… Continue reading Only God can restore our souls.
Why did Jesus call the Canaanite woman a dog?
In Matthew 15:21–28, Jesus encounters a Canaanite (Syrophoenician) woman who begs Him to cure her daughter. Jesus initially refuses her request by saying, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs” (Matthew 15:26). Taken out of context, and especially in English, it’s easy to mistake this for an insult.… Continue reading Why did Jesus call the Canaanite woman a dog?
10 Bible verses on setting yourself apart from the crowd
As Christians, we know that we’re often required to do things differently to everyone else. In fact, we’re specifically instructed not to conform to the ways of the world (Romans 12:2), but the pull of the crowd can be hard to resist. From what we wear and what we watch to where we hang out… Continue reading 10 Bible verses on setting yourself apart from the crowd