Unlimited: Simon of Cyrene Aug 19, 2024 1592 A certain man from Cyrene, Simon, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the country, and they forced him to carry the cross (Mark 15:21, NIV). Jesus was led through the streets of Jerusalem to the place of execution. After having been… Continue reading Unlimited: Simon Of Cyrene | Good News Unlimited
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[Romans Study 11-1] Surprising Blessings of Our Justification (Romans 5:3-11)
[Romans Study 11-1] Surprising Blessings of Our Justification [Romans 5:3-11] 5 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory… Continue reading [Romans Study 11-1] Surprising Blessings of Our Justification (Romans 5:3-11)
If Jesus Triumphed Over Sin and Death, Why Does Our World Still Contain So Much Evil and Suffering? – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
C. S. Lewis articulated the erroneous conclusion many people come to: “If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy, and if God were almighty He would be able to do what He wished. But the creatures are not happy. Therefore, God lacks either goodness, or power, or both.” Put another… Continue reading If Jesus Triumphed Over Sin and Death, Why Does Our World Still Contain So Much Evil and Suffering? – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
Christian, Are You Suffering?
Read 1 Peter 4:12-19. We may have been told that when we accept Christ, then there will only be sunshine and roses. We may have even believed it’s only to find out the problems remained, and the suffering did not disappear. But we’ve changed. Suffering results from the fall and a consequence of sin against God.… Continue reading Christian, Are You Suffering?
How Can Being Mindful Help Us in Suffering? — Vaneetha Risner
At a recent doctor’s appointment, the check-in staff handed me a neon yellow wristband labeled “FALL RISK” that I had to wear all morning in the clinic. I’d fallen months earlier, and this was designed to remind others to be careful around me. But instead of reminding others, everyone I saw reminded me to be… Continue reading How Can Being Mindful Help Us in Suffering? — Vaneetha Risner
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial” – James 1:12
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12 In the passage of James 1:12, the emphasis lies on the blessedness of those who endure trials on the journey of… Continue reading “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial” – James 1:12
Grasping the Patience of God – Serenity in Suffering
Have you ever come across a word that you thought you understood completely until, well, you didn’t? Patience is that word for me. In fact, just for fun I asked a few people for a definition of patience. No two definitions agreed. The reason for my contemplation of patience stems from considering this attribute of… Continue reading Grasping the Patience of God – Serenity in Suffering
Qualities of a good Christian: Long suffering and Patience
Qualities of a good Christian: Long suffering and Patience Posted on November 5, 2015 Updated on November 5, 2015 Christianity is easier said than done. You must carry the cross of Christ, and have His qualities, if you wish to be called his disciple But this man has done nothing amiss- Luke 23 vs 41 Please read Isaiah 30 vs 15; and Exodus… Continue reading Qualities of a good Christian: Long suffering and Patience
He who began will also carry it on to completion – Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6 The book of Philippians is the book that follows after the book of Galatians. In Galatians, Apostle Paul teaches about the freedom that has been granted to… Continue reading He who began will also carry it on to completion – Philippians 1:6
Why is there suffering in the world if God is good?
Man looking outside by the window. (Photo by Andrik Langfield from Unsplash) Have you ever paused in the midst of life’s chaos and pondered, “If God is good, why is there so much suffering in the world?” This is a question that has echoed through the ages, crossing generations and cultures alike. Indeed, it is… Continue reading Why is there suffering in the world if God is good?