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Christ as the Wisdom of God
The cross looked like foolishness to the world. But what men called foolishness was the wisdom of God—and that wisdom had a name: Jesus Christ.
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When Offense Comes
Offense is inevitable, but our response is a choice. As followers of Christ, we are called to respond with the same grace we have received.
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Do Not Grow Weary in Doing Good
Christ calls believers to remain steadfast in doing good, trusting that every unseen act of obedience is remembered and rewarded by God.
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Weapons of Our Warfare 2
The text emphasizes that spiritual weapons like praise, prayer, and Scripture are meant to defend the truth of Christ, not just for personal comfort. Believers are urged to confront erroneous thoughts and doctrines both externally and internally. Transformation requires intentional action to replace falsehood with biblical truth, fostering growth and resisting deception.
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Gratitude
It’s already the fifth month of the year—what are you grateful for? There’s someone I know who inspires me to be thankful every single day. She runs a daily gratitude series, sharing something she’s grateful for each day. I’ve noticed that this simple habit helps her stay calm, even through life’s most difficult storms.That made…
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Newness of Life
The “newness of life” in Christianity refers to the transformative new life that Jesus offers to believers. Through encounters with Jesus, individuals like the Samaritan woman and Zaccheus experienced profound changes, shedding their sinful pasts. This new life requires intentionality and dedication to living righteously, marking a departure from old habits.
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Do Good
The content emphasizes the importance of consistently doing good, inspired by Galatians 6:9. It highlights the challenges faced, such as fatigue and unreciprocated kindness, and underscores the biblical examples of Jesus and Joseph. Ultimately, it assures that steadfast goodwill will yield rewards, even if they come in due time.
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Have a Plan
The content emphasizes the importance of planning in achieving goals, illustrating this with the example of ants preparing for winter. It stresses that having a plan, writing it down, evaluating costs, and incorporating divine guidance are crucial for success. Structures and disciplines must support plans for them to materialize effectively.
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God’s Will 2
This post explores God’s will, distinguishing between His sovereign will and will of command. It emphasizes that while God’s sovereign plan is unchangeable, individuals have the choice to obey His commands, which come with consequences. The text illustrates that disobedience leads to frustration and encourages following God’s purpose for fulfillment, grounded in faith and obedience.
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Jesus Knocking
The message emphasizes Jesus’ call for intimacy with believers, urging them to recognize their complacency and the tendency to prioritize other things. He persistently knocks at the door of our hearts, inviting us back into a personal relationship.
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Kindness
Kindness is a quality of being generous and considerate, a virtue emphasized in the Bible and essential for Christians. It brings peace, blesses others, and reflects God’s love. While human nature tends towards wickedness, believers are called to cultivate kindness as a fruit of the Spirit, mirroring God’s kindess to us. This transformative kindness should…
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Contentment or Complacency?
One thing about a complacent person is that they leave much to be desired. I’ve heard Christians say they do not care about being promoted at work because this life is passing away. And I thought where is the glory in this? In what way is God being glorified? How can such a mindset propel…
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Christian Conduct 2
As Christians, our conduct represents Christ. Humility, honesty, mercy, kindness, gratitude, responsibility, diligence, and love are expected behaviors. Love especially distinguishes us. Upholding Christian conduct requires depending on Christ and His help. Acknowledge your need for His grace and power in your life.
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Christian Conduct
As believers, our conduct is a reflection of our inner transformation. It’s not about being better than others, but about representing Jesus. Our behavior impacts how the world perceives Christianity and affects evangelism. Genuine conduct stems from a transformed mind, not a desire for recognition. It’s about glorifying God through our actions.
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Be More Than Average
As life gets overwhelming, Christians must resist mediocrity, and instead, shine with good deeds to honor and help others.
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