As a Christian, I struggle with selfishness. Despite my obsession with a concrete driveway, I sacrificed my desire for a cruise. Ultimately, I gained a larger, more beautiful driveway and patio. This experience reflects the rewards of selflessness and obedience to God, exemplified by Jesus' ultimate sacrifice and the blessings it brought.
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The Significance of Sabbath: Rest, Worship, Relationships, and Reflection
Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy - Exodus 20:8 Keeping the sabbath is the fourth commandment of the ten. These were given to Moses for the Hebrews when they came out of slavery in Egypt. It’s interesting that God gave a day of rest as an actual commandment. This was among the big … Continue reading The Significance of Sabbath: Rest, Worship, Relationships, and Reflection
A Disturbing Ad – Encouraging Abortion
(This post may contain affiliate links where I am paid a small fee) I recently heard a commercial that left me feeling quite sad. It was sponsored by Planned Parenthood. In the ad, four or five women shared their abortion experiences, each declaring it to be a positive choice for them. I couldn't believe Planned … Continue reading A Disturbing Ad – Encouraging Abortion
Guard Your Heart
The author discusses the benefits of learning from podcasts and YouTube, but expresses concern about the absence of faith in some intellectuals' teachings. They emphasize the visible evidence of God's existence in nature and advocate for discernment in choosing sources of knowledge. They recommend Pastor Gary Hamrick's teachings as a trustworthy resource and warn against being led astray.
A Prayer for America’s Young Women
The Roe Vs. Wade anniversary prompts reflection on abortion's status in the US. Although overturned, the practice persists in many states, leading to inter-state travel for procedures. The hope for nationwide illegality rests on a shift in societal attitudes. A call to prayer is made for young women facing difficult decisions, emphasizing the value of each life.
How to Grow Mustard Seed Faith
The passage emphasizes faith in God as the key to experiencing His benefits and pleasing Him. It discusses how faith in everyday life translates to faith in God. It underscores the necessity of faith, providing examples of how it pleases God and moves mountains. It also offers strategies for increasing faith through prayer, fasting, and engaging with the Word of God.
Secrets Of Hope That Bring Rest to the Soul
This article explores the concept of hope, its significance, effects on well-being, and how to cultivate it. According to the author, hope, defined as looking forward with rational confidence, can inspire personal advancement, creativity, self-esteem, and resilience. However, a lack of hope can lead to despair, demotivation, and potential mental health issues. Turning towards positive faith, setting attainable goals, seeking creativity, and maintaining positive thoughts are key strategies to foster hope, which is integral to living a meaningful and fulfilled life.
How to Know if You Should Accept That Invite
The writer explores the concept of invitations we experience daily, such as friend requests on social media, advertisements, physical invites for gatherings, and spiritual calls. In the face of these, the writer calls for careful consideration and filtering of these invitations based on their personal significance. Emphasizing the power of personal choice, the article urges readers to adopt strong, value-based decision-making, with spiritual guidance from the Bible as a reliable tool for discernment.
Four Ways to Experience the Essence of God
I once had a conversation with someone who claimed to be an atheist. I say claimed because I don't believe anyone is ever a complete atheist. Romans 1 tells us that although we don't physically see God, He is revealed to us in all His creation. Therefore, we are all without excuses. (Romans 1:20) To … Continue reading Four Ways to Experience the Essence of God
Made New Every Morning
Though our outward man is perishing, our inward man is being renewed day by day.
