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How I learned to love people who curse in God’s name

Posted on December 27, 2021 by admin — No Comments ↓

People who curse in God’s name: If you don't believe there is a God, why do you blame that non-existent God for bad things? If you don't believe there is a God, why do you use his name as the final answer? If you don't believe in an afterlife, why is that non-existent place your ultimate threat?

I used to not understand why unbelievers curse in God’s name or blame God for things going wrong in their lives. If you don’t believe there is a God, why do you blame that non-existent God for bad things? If you don’t believe there is a God, why do you use his name as the final answer? If you don’t Continue reading How I learned to love people who curse in God’s name→

Joy to the world

Posted on December 17, 2021 by admin — No Comments ↓

The angel said to them, "Don't be afraid, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be to all the people. For there is born to you, this day, in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

It might be hard to have joy this season. Epic plagues ravage the world. Natural disasters are destroying cities and killing scores. Governments threaten global and civil war in every country. Corporations and organizations have the power to steal and kill and destroy. Families are at war with each other, dragging up past hurts, and fighting over current events. How Continue reading Joy to the world→

Pursue a life of love as your highest priority

Posted on December 7, 2021 by admin — No Comments ↓

When the Apostle Paul wrote to a defiled, divided, and proud-of-it church in Corinth, he first rebuked their sins, and then he encouraged them to become a mature, loving, working church. Right in the middle of this encouragement, he told them, “Make love your highest priority!” Most churches need this same rebuke and encouragement today. A new commandment I give Continue reading Pursue a life of love as your highest priority→

The sin of bitterness

Posted on November 27, 2021 by admin — No Comments ↓

What is the sin of bitterness? Just as happiness is a choice, bitterness is a choice. Choose the joy of happiness and receive peace and contentment. Choose the sin of bitterness and receive pain that hurts everyone around. How does it start? Where does it end? What is the cure? Bitterness starts in the heart Consider Simon the Sorcerer, who Continue reading The sin of bitterness→

Justice, mercy, and faithfulness are more important than religion

Posted on November 17, 2021 by admin — 2 Comments ↓

Outward religious observances are worthless without justice, mercy, and faithfulness from a heart that is right with God

Justice, mercy, and faith have always been infinitely important because they are foundational prerequisites for godly living. But it is easy to get carried away with the importance of church attendance, Bible study, worship, prayer, tithing, etc., which can lead to religious legalism. Instead, let God clean you up from the inside out rather than focusing on outward religious observances. Continue reading Justice, mercy, and faithfulness are more important than religion→

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God has numbered all my days and written them in his book – God has numbered all my days and written them in his book. I don't have to worry because that won't change no matter what happens around me.
12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw God – Here are 12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw the glory and majesty of God more overwhelming than the best CGI in any movie.
10 ways prayers are hindered – Prayers are an important part of the Christian life. They are worship, supplication, and confession; therefore, we don't want them to be hindered.
Can two walk together, except they be agreed? – Does Amos 3:3 require Christians to be in absolute uniformity on everything in order to have fellowship?
7 Characteristics of a Real, Genuine, Sincere Apology – A real apology comes from a humble heart that is truly sorry and repentant. But nothing is worse than a faint apology, a false apology, or a non-apology.

Beauty for Ashes: A Biblical Journey to Trauma Recovery: Learn How to Surrender Your Pain to God, Heal from Emotional Scars, and Step Boldly into a Life of Freedom by Jorge Chau – guides readers on a Christ-centered journey of healing from trauma, offering biblical insights, practical steps, and encouragement. It emphasizes God's power to restore, focusing on forgiveness, community, and trust in His promises. Through surrendering pain to God, readers are equipped to embrace freedom, rediscover their God-given identity, and live a life defined by redemption and purpose rather than brokenness. This book is a compassionate companion for those seeking hope and renewal.

Becoming Free Indeed: My Story of Disentangling Faith from Fear by Jinger Duggar Vuolo – In Becoming Free Indeed, Jinger shares how in her early twenties, a new family member—a brother-in-law who didn't grow up in the same tight-knit conservative circle as Jinger—caused her to examine her beliefs. He was committed to the Bible, but he didn't believe many of the things Jinger had always assumed were true. His influence, along with the help of a pastor named Jeremy Vuolo, caused Jinger to see that her life was built on rules, not God's Word

Jinger committed to studying the Bible—truly understanding it—for the first time. What resulted was an earth-shaking realization: much of what she'd always believed about God, obedience to His Word, and personal holiness wasn't in-line with what the Bible teaches.

Now with a renewed faith of personal conviction, Becoming Free Indeed shares what it was like living under the tenants of Bill Gothard, the Biblical truth that changed her perspective, and how she disentangled her faith with her belief in Jesus intact.