As what is now becoming known as the winter holidays approach, there’s a quiet reflection that often settles upon the heart of the Christian community. It’s a time to ponder the true essence of Christmas and what it means in a world increasingly distant from its spiritual roots.
In Matthew 13:44-52, Jesus shares several parables to illustrate the value of the kingdom of heaven. These teachings provide profound insights into why heaven should be a Christian’s ultimate treasure.
In the Christian journey, we are called to discern and test the spirits, as stated in 1 John 4:1-6.
In the last days, as we await the return of our Lord Jesus Christ, it is crucial for us as believers to examine our hearts and attitudes towards wealth. The passage in Mark 10:17-31 provides valuable insights into the dangers that wealth can pose and the true priorities that should guide our lives.
compassion amidst a world that is often marked by division and self-centeredness.
In the midst of this darkness in the world, we have been given a powerful tool to share the light of Christ with others: our testimony.
The armor of God is one of the most well-known images in Scripture—and one of the most misunderstood. In Ephesians 6, the apostle Paul does not describe spiritual warfare as aggressive combat, but as learning to stand firm under Christ’s reign. This article offers a deep, pastoral look at each piece of the armor as a shared life received in Christ, showing how truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, God’s word, and prayer shape faithful living for citizens of Heaven under a victory already secured.
What is one of the hallmarks of a well-grounded Christian? A grateful heart.
According to Meriam-Webster, grateful means: appreciative of benefits received or, put another way, pleasing by reason of comfort supplied or discomfort alleviated.
What does it mean to be grateful?
It doesn’t seem to matter where you live today, governments and the general population seem to be turning against Christians. Any other religion is mostly tolerated, but not Christianity.
In the United States, Christianity is largely mocked by those in places of influence. This movement has gone world-wide in the last 2 decades.
What are we supposed to do as Christians when governments start to make policies and laws that are against the Bible and God’s commands?
It’s difficult to go through your life and forget to go to work. You have a job to do so that you can make it through life. The bible is filled with verses that warn against not working and being lazy. Do you know what your job is as a citizen of Heaven if you are saved? You are an ambassador! It is your job to get as many people to become citizens as you can before you are called home. How have you been doing at your job?