The cross is arguably the most recognisable visual symbols of the Christian faith. Regardless of their cultural background or religious beliefs, many people will associate the image of a cross with Christianity, either consciously or subconsciously. Amongst believers, it’s also a hallmark of the faith in a much more meaningful sense. When we see a… Continue reading In need of spiritual power? Here are 7 Bible verses which reflect on the power of the cross
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Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans I
Is Romans really that important? The Apostle Paul wrote at least thirteen or fourteen letters* among the total of 21 that are included in the New Testament Cannon. Romans comes immediately after the Book of Acts as the first of all letters in the New Testament. Have you ever wondered why? It was not because… Continue reading Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans I
10 Bible verses on the glory of God in creation
“The heavens declare the glory of God”, says Psalm 19. We serve a creative God – Creator of the world – and we can be led to worship through seeing the beautiful things he has made. Many of us experience God through seeing his reflection in the beauty of nature. It was St Thérèse of Lisieux who… Continue reading 10 Bible verses on the glory of God in creation
What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Pearl of Great Value?
Matthew 13:45-46 NIV“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. In the ancient world pearls had a very special place in men’s hearts. People desired to possess a lovely pearl, not only… Continue reading What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Pearl of Great Value?
What Does the Bible Say About Arrogance?
Want to know what the Bible says about Arrogance? Here are 91 Bible verses about Arrogance from the Old and New Testaments of the Holy Bible, sorted from the most relevant to the least relevant.
3 Bible Verses Encouraging Us To Strive For Holiness More Than Riches
Christians who have fully put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ have been made into a new creation and are given a new identity: an identity as a child of God through Christ. With this new identity we are given new pursuits and ideals. One of these is to pursue holiness. Pursuing God The… Continue reading 3 Bible Verses Encouraging Us To Strive For Holiness More Than Riches
Who was Miriam in the Bible?
Miriam (Hebrew: מִרְיָם Mīryām, ‘Rebellion’) is the older sister of Moses and Aaron, and daughter of Amram and Jochebed, of the tribe of Levi ( Numbers 26:59; comp. Micah 6:4). Most likely Miriam was the sister who watches over baby Moses among the bulrushes on the banks of the Nile. Their mother had hidden Moses in a basket on the river bank to protect him from Pharaoh’s decree to… Continue reading Who was Miriam in the Bible?
What Does It Mean to Be Handed Over to Satan?
I have decided to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of his flesh, that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. (1 Corinthians 5:5) To put the professed believer out of their fellowship, to excommunicate him, would be to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction… Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Handed Over to Satan?
5 Bible verses on how a Christian woman should dress
How should a Christian woman dress is one of the subjects of heated debates amongst Christians. How modest is modest? What did the Bible say about appropriate dressing? What’s acceptable and what’s not? Modest dressing isn’t just for when you go to church; its how one dresses every day. The worldly women may have taught… Continue reading 5 Bible verses on how a Christian woman should dress
What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Weeds?
Matthew 13:24-30 Matthew 13:36-43 The pictures in this parable would be clear and familiar to a Palestinian audience. Tares were one of the curses against which a farmer had to labor. They were a weed called bearded darnel (Lolium Temulentum). In their early stages the tares so closely resembled the wheat that it was impossible… Continue reading What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Weeds?