Our world offers many things to improve our lives, give us more comfort, gain us a better name, and serve our fleshly desires. But Gospel simplicity is very liberating to the Christian who embraces it and makes it a part of his daily life.
Who doesn't love a mystery? Marriage is a multi-faceted one, and, lived as God intended it to function for a husband and a wife, becomes an on-going source of intrigue for both. This article allows us a peek at several aspects of the mysteries, and offers advice for the married but disenchanted.
Baptism is an ordinance that Jesus mentioned, and Himself practiced. The early church understood baptism to be a necessary step of obedience. What is the significance of this rite? How can we maintain a Scriptural view and practice of this ordinance?
The term nonconformity is a Biblical term derived from the Scripture. Originally, nonconformity was nonconformity to God. Now that man has separated himself from God, the call comes to every man to renew our minds favorably toward God and not be conformed to this world.
One would think that there would never be any scorners in the Church of Jesus Christ, but such is not the case. The way of the scorner is so common to human hearts that it is found in almost every people group. Is that me? Is that you?
Could you recognize a controller? Here are some earmarks. How do you cope with a controller? Here is some wisdom. And what if...
To be a godly father may appear to be a daunting task. But the Bible way is really quite simple: teach your children about God, discipline them as needed, thank God for them, and don't anger them--and then do it God's way, over and over and over again.
Water: a basic human need. Does it matter HOW the needed water is located? Does God's Word have any thing to say on the subject of water dowsing/witching? A thoughtful look at this perplexing topic, and some questions raised to which no answers are given....and yet, Biblical direction is found.
Too many times in life, we wonder why we are struggling. Why our spiritual life is apathetic. But have we asked, "What am I feeding?"
Children will read, give them something worth reading; they will learn, give them something worth learning. More books in the library may mean a far better grade of sons and daughters; clear-headed, strong-handed and pure-hearted, ready to serve their God and serve their generation by his will.
Recently, several evangelists said they had a special "word from Lord." What they prophesied did not come to pass. How are we to relate to the prophets of today when so many of their supposed revelations are obviously a complete failure?
As a Christian, how do you know which side of the various conflicts that arise in our world to "support" in your conversation?
We face the challenge of making practical applications of the Bible that confront our carnal nature, honor our Lord Jesus and give a consistent testimony to the world around us. Let us study the Word, agree to live it out with respect to our heritage, and then make our way heavenward together.
Child Evangelism, what is wrong with this approach? What does the bible have to say about our children's spiritual well being?