Its that time of the year when family and friends gather to give thanks. Yet thankfulness and expressions of gratitude should be a part of our lives throughout the year. Despite hardships, there are many things to be thankful for and expressions of praise and thankfulness to God garner His appreciation and blessing. What have you found are the barriers to your expressing thankfulness? Some things cited often are feeling that our life is not turning out how we wanted... Read more
Have you ever heard the expression “the real life”? What would you consider that to be? While some may equate “the real life” with success in material things and prominence, the bible describes the real life as the one to come – the eternal life. What might be appealing about this real life as opposed to our current existence? It might be worth it to find out. Many believe that at death they are spirited away to heaven in a... Read more
One of the universal questions that humans ask is if God is all powerful, why does he allow suffering? Understanding the root cause of suffering can help us put into perspective this common human experience. Knowing that there will be an anecdote to all human suffering soon, gives us a reason to endure. While there are many reasons for suffering, the human condition is impacted by the lie told by Satan to Eve. Jesus identifies him as the evil one... Read more
Research shows that there is a decline in church goers. The current gallup poll indicates that only thirty percent of respondents reported attending church, synagogue or temple. In regards to Christianity is this something that Pastors and Christians should worry about? For centuries there have been those who have tried to discourage faith in Jesus Christ or keep the word of God oppressed. According to God’s word, they have been unable to succeed because of the originator of Christianity. Its... Read more
Discovering the purpose of one’s life is one of the great existential pursuits. It is also thought of as one of the universal questions that every person faces when trying to manage their life. Whether Christian or non believer, we all want to know why we are here. There is no shortage of philosophies, religions, and organizations which seek to help us find the answer. The bible is one source for finding out the answer to purpose that you may... Read more
Recent predictions concerning a rapture in September have failed again. It is a claim made every few years by those who say they have heard from God or calculated its timing. It often serves as popular fodder on social media where those ‘left behind’ banter about how foolish the claim makes Christians look. But is the rapture a biblical teaching? The word rapture is not found in the bible. The meaning of the word, however, is. ‘To be caught up’... Read more
What is Mental Health? Most would say that mental health is a sense of overall well-being that is free from chronic debilitating symptoms like depression, anxiety and insomnia. It is a knowledge of self and the possession of skills to cope with life and manage distressing circumstances and feelings. It is also the ability to be aware of when one needs to seek assistance to gain tools to better ground one in reality and towards ones goals. Mental health like... Read more
The beauty industry is a multi-billion one. We use products and accessories daily to put forth our best appearance. Indeed, as God says, man looks on the outward appearance. But there is something more important than outward beauty and it withstands the test of time. It is the true beauty that we are to seek and cultivate. Of beauty, God’s word says it is fleeting. We are encouraged to build up and adorn the person on the inside. It even... Read more
Have you considered your prayer life recently? Has it become perfunctory and with half-hearted effort at expectant times of the day? What about the subject of your prayers? Are you really pouring your heart out to God and expressing gratitude for what He is doing both seen and unseen? Prayer is an important part of our relationship with God. It is our means of communication with Him. It is an active expression of faith that God exists and that He... Read more
What is success and what makes a successful life? Certainly not having to look back on our younger years with regret. For the Christian, a successful life is measured and defined differently. Rather than outward trappings alone, a Christian’s life is measured by their wealth towards God. That was the advice given by Jesus Christ when looking at the life of a man who was rich in material prosperity, but did not know that his life would end suddenly and... Read more
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