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Tag: discipline
Why we should take care of our image as Christians
“I am not here to please anybody but God.” Have you heard of this excuse? Most Christians also think we should not please anybody but God. However, how can we become witnesses if we do not take care of our image? Taking care of what others think about us does not mean we live to… Continue reading Why we should take care of our image as Christians
Cheating is abuse. It is not morally neutral behavior. – Divorce Minister
Should a man take his body, which is part of Christ, and join it to a prostitute? Never! – 1 Corinthians 6:15b, NIV When someone is a cheater, they are also an abuser. You cannot have one without the other. Soul rape is abusive. I am astounded by how cheating and adultery are too often treated as less than… Continue reading Cheating is abuse. It is not morally neutral behavior. – Divorce Minister
The Spiritual Discipline of Remembrance
“Hallelujah! You who serve God, praise God! Just to speak his name is praise! Just to remember God is a blessing— now and tomorrow and always. From east to west, from dawn to dusk, keep lifting all your praises to God!” Psalm 113:1-3 NIV “And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and… Continue reading The Spiritual Discipline of Remembrance
How to correct our churchmates in a Christian way
We all had to deal with correcting someone we care about in our church community at some point. In reality, it is a sensitive subject. No one likes being the ‘bad guy’ pointing out someone else’s mistakes. Here is the thing— ignoring the issue does not make it go away. Letting things slide can sometimes… Continue reading How to correct our churchmates in a Christian way
Let’s Stop Redefining Sin
I remember the first time I heard a cuss word on TV. I remember the show; I remember the scene. My reaction was, “Whoa. They just pushed the envelope.” Some would laugh today if I mentioned the show and what was said. It now surely falls into the category of “what’s-the-big-deal?” If I used this… Continue reading Let’s Stop Redefining Sin
Language that hides or softens sin is lies
By Elizabeth Prata The declaration of the fact we are sinners is rare these days. I’ve become saddened that so many people refuse to see that they are indeed wretched sinners, in need of a savior. The mere mention of the fact that we sin is enough these days to engender a harsh reaction, even… Continue reading Language that hides or softens sin is lies
Blessings and curses: Why should Christians stop the habit of swearing
Have you ever, at some point in your life, uttered a swear word? Whether it was during your innocent childhood, your rebellious teenage years, or even now, in the hustle and bustle of adulthood, the chances are that you’ve encountered profanity in one form or another. In today’s society, swearing seems to have lost much… Continue reading Blessings and curses: Why should Christians stop the habit of swearing
The Privileged Life: “Fire Extinguishers” for Our Tongues
“See how great a forest a little fire kindles!Andthe tongueisa fire, a world ofiniquity.” (James 3:5b-6a) Wildfires are terrifying and tragic. No one yet knows for certain the origin of the horrific fires earlier this month in Lahaina, Maui.* Drought and windy weather set the perfect stage for a small spark to turn into a… Continue reading The Privileged Life: “Fire Extinguishers” for Our Tongues
Be Temperate and Prudent
This post was first published in January, 2015. —ed. What qualifies a man for pastoral ministry? Based on the abundance of self-appointed and unaccountable leaders in modern evangelical churches, it seems many church-goers either don’t know or don’t care. The fellowships they attend may profess Scripture’s authority in their doctrinal statement, but their practice reveals… Continue reading Be Temperate and Prudent