Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world,… Continue reading Every single morning, thy will be done, not my will be done
Foolishly Worrying – Matthew 6:26
“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” – Matthew 6:26 It is very easy for us to think about all the unfortunate stuff. We always think about our personal… Continue reading Foolishly Worrying – Matthew 6:26
When prayer is hard: 10 Bible verses to help you talk to God
Christians pray – it’s what we do. But sometimes we don’t feel like it, sometimes we wonder what it’s achieving, and sometimes we just don’t know how. Here is a framework for prayer based on the word ACTS: Adoration: begin by remembering who God is and praising him for his creation and redemption. Confession: admit that you… Continue reading When prayer is hard: 10 Bible verses to help you talk to God
What Does the Bible Say about Self-Confidence?
Self-confidence is an intense belief and trust in oneself. It allows a person to push through a difficult situation or complete a complicated task. Whether in school or in the corporate setting, people are encouraged to have self-confidence in order to succeed. However, what the Bible teaches is God-confidence – or an intense belief and… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Self-Confidence?
What Does the Bible Say about Soldiers?
The New Testament books are filled with references that pertain to soldiers. During those days, Roman soldiers can be seen throughout the entire empire, but especially in Israel due to the incursions taking place there. Some Jewish sects wanted to be free from the oppressors, and so they make surprise attacks to Roman centers. The… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Soldiers?
I am the resurrection and the life
What Does the Bible Say about Intercession?
The origin of the word “intercession” comes from the Latin “cedere” which means “go”, and “inter” that means “between.” When put together, the word “intercede” is formed, wherein “intercession” was derived. Looking at these definitions, we can get the meaning of the word, which is to go in between. Intercession is often used in prayer.… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Intercession?
Why is church attendance important?
Question: “Why is church attendance / going to church important?” Answer: The Bible tells us we need to attend church so we can worship God with other believers and be taught His Word for our spiritual growth. The early church “devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to… Continue reading Why is church attendance important?
Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. Luke 23:34 From the cross he said, “Father, forgive them. “Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing.” They thought they did, but they did not. And the evidence is the… Continue reading Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing
Everything Comes from God – 1 Chronicles 29:14
“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” – 1 Chronicles 29:14 Since last time, we reflected on how we are always foolishly worrying about things that are… Continue reading Everything Comes from God – 1 Chronicles 29:14