The Welcoming Church: How to Talk with Visitors (Friends You Don’t Know Yet)

Visitors are often ignored at a friendly church.

As a roaming greeter in the hospitality team, David has the unique privilege of talking with dozens to hundreds of visitors every week. He considers each one to be a divine appointment. And he considers each one a friend that he doesn’t know yet. But he only has a few seconds to make meaningful contact with each one. In this Continue reading The Welcoming Church: How to Talk with Visitors (Friends You Don’t Know Yet)

The importance of a good Christian testimony

The importance of a good testimony

As Christians, our lives are like open books that others read every day. The way we live can either draw people closer to God or push them away. A good Christian testimony isn’t just about what we say; it’s about how we act. Let’s explore why having a good testimony is so important and how it can shine a light Continue reading The importance of a good Christian testimony

Christians are hidden with Christ in God (the triple-protection guarantee)

Christians are hidden with Christ in God

What does it mean to be hidden with Christ in God? Let’s examine this passage in Colossians. Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you Continue reading Christians are hidden with Christ in God (the triple-protection guarantee)

Living in Jesus, the Light of the World

You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill can’t be hidden.

The Bible teaches us that Jesus is “the light of the world.” And Christians are commanded to walk in this light, which symbolizes purity and truth. Let’s consider the following scriptures to understand this beautiful metaphor and discover practical ways to apply it to our daily lives. Understanding the Light 1. Jesus as the Light of the World Jesus declares Continue reading Living in Jesus, the Light of the World

Perseverance and Endurance in the Christian Life

Perseverance is more than mere endurance; it's an active, faithful commitment to God's path for us

Surprisingly, there is quite a bit of controversy surrounding perseverance and endurance in the Christian life. Some people believe they have to earn their salvation through a lifetime of good works. Some people believe they can lose their salvation without persevering and enduring to the end. And some people believe they don’t need to do any good works because God Continue reading Perseverance and Endurance in the Christian Life