It is only appropriate that Paul concludes this letter with people, those who have been changed by the power of the gospel. The church was and is established, formed, and strengthened by the gospel. All the churches send you greetings.Romans 16:16b We find 25 names here in the concluding chapter—17 men, 8 women, two unnamed… Continue reading I’m Not Ashamed of the Gospel (Romans 16)
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How Christians put their faith into action for social justice
In social justice, Christians find not just an obligation but a calling, a divine impetus that shapes their ethical and social views. But what exactly is social justice in a Christian context? Broadly speaking, social justice involves the promotion of fairness, equality, and dignity for all individuals, grounded in the belief that every human life… Continue reading How Christians put their faith into action for social justice
How to stand on your ground?
A man standing in the desert. (Photo by Spencer Davis from Pexels)Have you ever felt pressured by your peers or situations that you sometimes struggle to stand your ground as a Christian? Being the light and salt of a distracted world is challenging, and if we are not strong enough, the world will influence us… Continue reading How to stand on your ground?
‘Hijacking Jesus’ Author Takes a Stand on Progressive Christianity
Over the past several decades there has been a slow creep of progressive thought working its way into Christianity. This thought, while seemingly radical on the surface, is to take Jesus from being our resurrected Savior and reinterpret Him as a Jewish mystic, or a sage teacher not capable of being divine or performing miracles. … Continue reading ‘Hijacking Jesus’ Author Takes a Stand on Progressive Christianity
By living according to your word
How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. (Psalm119:9 NIV) Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about By living according to your word.
Gaining the World and Losing Your Soul
At one time or another, we all have used excuses. Now, there’s a difference between a reason and an excuse. A reason is legitimate; an excuse is not. One of the best definitions I’ve ever heard for the word “excuse” is this one: the skin of a reason stuffed with a lie. Excuses go back… Continue reading Gaining the World and Losing Your Soul
When life gets too busy
Good day beautiful people, It’s been a while since my last post nonetheless I hope that this post finds you well. Life can be hectically busy and in such instances it becomes all too easy to neglect what truly matters. Some of us may find ourselves juggling one too many balls resulting in us losing… Continue reading When life gets too busy
When God ‘seems’ silent.
Good day beautiful people, I pray that this post meets you well? Today I want to remind us all that God will never forsake His children. Be encouraged and be of good cheer for The Lord is near. Joshua 1:9 ~ “This is my command be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the… Continue reading When God ‘seems’ silent.
In Spirit & In Truth: Cessationism and Prophecy
In Spirit & In Truth: For the past year or so, I’ve been working through the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian life, and specifically the practice of the spiritual gifts. I want to invite you to think through this with us. This is one of the most important aspects of our lives… Continue reading In Spirit & In Truth: Cessationism and Prophecy
Tales of the Nevi’im – Malachi
The Tales of the Nevi’im are the Stories of the Prophets. In Hebrew navi (nah-vee’) means prophet and the plural, prophets, is nevi’im (neh-vee-eem’). Israel had many prophets, some of whom we know from the Old Testament, others are lost to us in history. Many of Israel’s prophets spoke to the people but didn’t write… Continue reading Tales of the Nevi’im – Malachi