Blog Posts
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
(Colossians 3:2)
Secular vs. Sacred
A lot of us view some things and certain activities as sacred and others as secular, but is there really such a thing as a sacred/secular divide?
Heavenly Wisdom vs. Earthly Wisdom
Wisdom gets talked about a lot, but not all wisdom is created equal. There is an earthly wisdom and a heavenly wisdom, and they lead us down two very different paths.
Hurt by Church
Few things upset me more than someone getting hurt by the church. It’s not supposed to be that way, but unfortunately it does happen. So what do we do if we’ve been hurt by church or if our church has hurt someone?
One with Christ
Did you know that you are one with Christ? Not Him up there and you down here. Not Jesus being near you. You and Jesus are one, joined together. He is in you and you are in Him!
We Are All Missionaries
This week I heard two completely different testimonies from a rich businessman and an African missionary and yet they both had one thing in common that brings perspective into our lives as well.
Is Sex a Sin According to the Bible?
The world has a lot to say about sex, but what does the Bible say? How does God view sex, and what role does it play in our lives?
The Real Meaning of Philippians 4:13
Can I really do all things through Christ who strengthens me? No. What is the real meaning of Philippians 4:13?
Fruit of the Holy Spirit Meaning
In Galatians 5:22 we read about what the fruit of the Spirit is, but how is it supposed to work in our lives?
Am I Really Saved?
A lot of us doubt our salvation when someone presents the gospel from the perspective of Lordship Salvation. What is Lordship Salvation? And how do I know if I am really saved?
You are the New Holy of Holies
Sometimes we might think that God comes to dwell in us and must be really disappointed in His new home, but this is not what God thinks. You are the new Holy of Holies.
Why do God’s Commands Feel Burdensome?
God says that his commands are not burdensome (1 John 5:3), but why does it feel like sometimes they are?
God’s Omnipresence, Omniscience, and Omnipotence
God is omnipresent, omniscient, and omnipotent. But what do those things even mean and what does that have to do with you?
July 4, Patriotism, and Identity in Christ
How do we celebrate our freedom as American citizens in such a way that we don’t compromise our primary citizenship being in heaven?
How to Overcome Attacks from the Enemy
The enemy is constantly looking to steal, kill, and destroy. He wants to devour you. You must be ready to overcome his attacks if you want to experience the abundant life you have in Christ.
Nicodemus Encounters Jesus
When Nicodemus encountered Jesus, he was completely baffled by what Jesus told Him. What he told him though has tremendous implications for our lives today.
Kingdom Impact through Ordinary People
When reading about the apostles in Acts it can seem like they are super Christians and leave us feeling pretty ordinary. But make no mistake, God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.
Is Christ your Lord or your Life?
All Christians know Christ as their Savior. Many know Him as their Lord? But how many know Christ as their Life? More importantly, do you know Christ as your Life?
How to Overcome Temptation
Sometimes temptation can feel so overwhelming that there seems to be no way out, but there is always a way out. Paul shows us how to overcome temptation in Ephesians 6.
Grace is Not Passive
If Jesus puts Himself in us to live His life through us, then doesn’t that mean the Christian life is a life of passivity? NO!
Stop Trying to Fix Your Spouse
Want a better, more fulfilling, satisfying marriage? Then quit trying to fix your spouse and instead focus on the Life you have in Christ and how that plays out practically in marriage.