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... our faith, it demands action. All the great people of God in history showed commitment to God by action. Abraham was one such example of people who demonstrated commitment to God.
Apostle Peter challenged ...
Happy Mother's Da
... from this life to the next. While these mothers are not around for us to personally enjoy, we can certainly relish the memories that we have of their example, instruction, and love. Some will, perhaps, ...
Wisdom and Temptation (II)
... then could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?” Joseph was focused on doing what was right in the eyes of God and that was the motivation for his wise decision. Joseph’s attitude is a good example ...
Wisdom and Temptation
... no better example for us to look at than Jesus. In Luke 4 we read the story of His temptation in the desert. Speaking in terms of “earthly” or “worldly” wisdom, there was no earthly reason that Jesus decision ...
The principle of purity- Part 2
... for sin. Acts 5, for example, records the incident where Ananias and Sapphira lied to the church. They were both struck dead to serve as an eternal reminder that God holds us responsible for our actions. ...
Freedom from sin
... our generation would prefer an affair outside marriage to get a baby. That is an example of the extent people are willing to go to achieve their desires.
Indeed, mankind is enslaved by sin and can do ...
Come out from among them
“Therefore, come out from among them, says the LORD. Don’t touch their filthy things, and I will welcome you. And I will be your Father, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the LORD Almighty” ...
Holiness: The white marble
... explain. Example, from where in the bible can we prove that it is a sin: to kiss a partner you are not married to; to wear a particular dress, or to listen to worldly music? It is usually quite difficult ...
Salt of the Earth
... wrong, morality and decay. God has offered this better way to live to all people but who will be able to see what it looks like unless someone sets the example? Who will understand how to live according ...
A foundation of Love
... (NIV) 1 Corinthians 13:1-3
Why do we serve others? There are probably many reasons that could be listed. Some examples might include: “because I like to impress others” or “because I know that I am ...
Loving the unlovable
... We obtain much more reward by following Christ’s examples than our own perceptions. Christ loved us much and has forgiven us of our sins. Let’s do likewise to our neighbours (lovable and unlovable ones). ...
A Meaningful Life: Death is not final
“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. … Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.””(NKJV) John 14:1,6. ...
At the foot of the Cross
... for the innocent Christ as well as those who thought they were only experiencing something in a mere dream- it was just unbelievable to them (for example the apostles).
Mary, the mother of Jesus, had ...
He shall direct our paths
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths" (KJV) Proverbs 3:5-6
How often do we wonder about ...
The cost of discipleship 2
... with the call. I must be willing to give up what I am in order to become what I will be according to Albert Einstein.
Let us consider the following biblical examples:
Apostle Peter left the fishing ...
The cost of discipleship
... or informally to get some skill. For example, learning a trade is quite demanding on your time, money, transportation and require humility to be with your master. Schooling is also huge demanding occupation ...
Let Love Lead Us
... example is COVID-19 which is scary enough for us to see. We are alive by God's love and his providence for us daily.
Jesus Christ came on earth to die because he loved sinners and does not want sinners ...
Power of Patience
... our strength and trust in the Lord (Isaiah 40:31). Impatience, on the other hand, gets us in trouble and delays our blessings. Satan uses this tool to defeat the children of God. For example, Moses’ impatience ...
Allowing God to be the builder of our lives
... our good is good but it needs to be accompanied by works. For example, you want to build a career but all you are doing after completing school is praying. Surely, God can open opportunities through prayers ...
God beyond the visible
... Thomas, one of the disciples of Jesus, serves as a vivid example of this principle.
After Jesus's resurrection, Thomas expresses doubt regarding the news of Jesus's appearance to the disciples. He declares, ...