The greatest purpose

The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith. But some people have missed this whole point. They have turned away from these things and spend their time in meaningless discussions. They want to be known as teachers of the law of Moses, Continue reading The greatest purpose

What kind of music does God hate?

Does God hate a certain genre of music like: Alternative, Blues, Classical, Country, Dance, Easy Listening, Electronic, European (Folk / Pop), Hip Hop / Rap, Indie Pop, Inspirational (including Gospel), Asian Pop (J-Pop, K-pop), Jazz, Latin Music, New Age, Opera, Pop (Popular music), R&B / Soul, Reggae, Rock, Punk, Heavy Metal, Emo, Singer / Songwriter (including Folk), or World Music / Beats? Does God hate a certain instrument like: percussion instruments (drums, xylophones), wind instruments (horns, bag pipes, flutes), stringed Continue reading What kind of music does God hate?

The amazing one step way to forgive

How can you forgive someone who has wronged you and has not apologized, has not repented, and has not repaired the damage? They deserve to be found guilty, they deserve to be judged, and they deserve to be punished. But, instead, you are hurt, you are damaged, and you are suffering. They don’t deserve to be forgiven. Why should you forgive them? How can Continue reading The amazing one step way to forgive

Are you addicted to religious praise and approval?

That may sound like a very strange question. It is common to be addicted to alcoholism, drugs, gambling, obesity, pornography, and tobacco. Some of these are chemical addictions, emotional addictions, physical addictions, and psychological addictions. Too many addictions! Is it possible to be addicted to religious praise and approval? First, let’s consider some terminology to make sure we’re talking about Continue reading Are you addicted to religious praise and approval?

The positive of “be not conformed”

I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. (Romans 12:1-2) Continue reading The positive of “be not conformed”