God has an incredible plan for your life. Will you follow in the way of Christ? This is the life you were called to live. 1 Peter 3:8-12 8 Now finally, all of you should be like-minded and sympathetic, should love believers, and be compassionate and humble, 9 not paying back evil for evil or insult … Continue reading The Life You Were Called to Live
Category: Living for Christ
Why Does God Allow Tragedy and Suffering?
With the recent deaths of three teenagers in our community, many people are asking very important questions. One of the questions they are asking is, "Why?" They are asking, "Why did God allow these tragedies?" Another way to ask the question is, "Why does God allow tragedy and suffering?" In response to this question, here is … Continue reading Why Does God Allow Tragedy and Suffering?
Christ-Honoring Marriages
For every wedding that I perform, I pray a blessing over the bride and groom near the end of the ceremony. The prayer goes something like this: Heavenly Father, I pray your blessings upon Joseph and Mary. May Jesus be the Lord of their lives and the Lord of their home. May the Bible be their guide for … Continue reading Christ-Honoring Marriages
What Acts 1:8 Teaches Us About Worldwide Evangelism & Missions
Jesus says: But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come on you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. (Acts 1:8) Our POWER to be a witness for Christ comes from the Holy Spirit living within us. We are … Continue reading What Acts 1:8 Teaches Us About Worldwide Evangelism & Missions
Suffering: You Were CALLED To This?!
No one desires suffering. No one asks to suffering. But for the sake of Christ, Christians will endure it. And they will glorify God in the midst of it. This side of heaven, we don't always know why suffering comes. We may know the causes of suffering -- health issues, financial struggles, broken relationships, overbearing … Continue reading Suffering: You Were CALLED To This?!
Honor Who?
For the first followers of Jesus, there were many people that they had to know how to get along with just to survive in Roman society. One of the most difficult groups to honor was the Roman government itself. The Colosseum in Rome, Italy stands today not only as a monument to the great gladiator battles … Continue reading Honor Who?
God’s People
God's people are blessed to be a blessing to the nations. 1 Peter 2:9-10 9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of the One who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; you had not received mercy, but now you … Continue reading God’s People
The Cornerstone of Your Life
What is your life built upon? You may try to build your life upon your family history, education or skills. You may try to build your life upon your experiences, fame or accomplishments. You may try to build your life upon your financial stability, good health, or good looks. There are many things you may try … Continue reading The Cornerstone of Your Life
Your Life is Not Empty Anymore
There is something truly life-changing when a person realizes their need for Christ. Life without Christ is empty, no matter how full it seems. One of the phrases that the Bible uses to describe our lives before Christ is an "empty way of life." Look for that phrase in the verses below. 17 And if you … Continue reading Your Life is Not Empty Anymore
Two Practical Ways To Talk With Your Children About The Bible
The Bible has the words of life. It is full of practical wisdom and guidance for living. It teaches us what to believe and what not to believe, what to do and what not to do, how to honor God and follow Him all the days of our lives. His way is the best way. … Continue reading Two Practical Ways To Talk With Your Children About The Bible