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Ever had to correct a friend before who was messing up? Ever been the friend messing up in need of correction? We've all been there, and God has advice for those of us who call Him and Lord. Be willing to warn others when they stray from the path.
Romans 8:1-2 is a powerful reminder of who we are in Christ—people without condemnation and with the Spirit’s power to live differently. Today, let’s accept that freedom and walk boldly into the life God has for us.
Think you got a guardian angel assigned to you by God? The truth is, Christians are not near in agreement on this question. Some feverishly deny that angels only exist in the heavenly realm. Others believe that God has signed every person a guardian angel. So, what's a believer to believe?
Let’s be honest: sometimes church feels more like a trip to the dentist than dinner with friends—stiff, serious faces and a seemingly unwritten rule that fun must be checked at the door. But here’s a twist: what if God actually intended for us to laugh—at home, at Bible study, and even (gasp!) during church?
We live lives at near impossible speeds. We fill our lives with an enormous amount of activity and projects and campaigns. The question we seldom ask ourselves is, "What is the purpose of all that?" What would happen if we lived lives at slow speeds? Would that make us uncomfortable?
Canada does not formally have a recognized National Day of Prayer. Yet. Find out how this July, all that can change.
Most of us know people who were practicing Christians but are today no longer in the church or even professing faith in Jesus. Certainly that's sad, but what should we say about their salvation? Did they forfeit it? The Bible has some difficult passages on the topic. Let's look at a couple.
You ever feel like your problems are whale-sized? And removing them feels like no small feat. You ever considered using dynamite to blow up your whale? Without overdoing the metaphor, let me say that before you take matters into your own hands, you might want to consult an expert.
People are looking for quick fixes and miracle solutions to all their problems. From fad diets to deep fake Internet info, we have a tendency to buy into a lot that isn't real. The Bible talks about a pool that many believed could heal people. Whatever happened to that pool?
So many ask the question, "How do I become a Christian?" Some think it has to do with doing good "works." Others feel it's about living compassionately like Jesus. Even others feel it has to do with being in a church. So, what's the answer, then?
Try to imagine the size and complexity of the mind of God. Before you rush to do so, consider that our minds have limits and the God we contemplate is unlimited in power, knowledge, and presence. Still think you're up for the task? Why were we made with limited knowledge of our Creator?
We often ask ourselves how we might get the most out of ourselves with such a limited number of hours in the day. The truth is, for all the effort, many of us are tired and stressed. How can we live up to our full potential? The answer might surprise you.
The relationship between joy and happiness continues to be a commonly discussed topic. Some say they are the same thing. Other say they are quite different. But those who say different cannot agree in what way they are different. Let's explore that together.