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Reaping the Thoughts you Sow - Thinking creates either positive or negative spirals. There is no way around this. Positive thoughts lead to more positive thoughts and vice versa. This places a tremendous responsibility on us to control our thinking not only for the benefit of the present moment but also for the downstream effects that our thoughts will have on … Continue reading "Reaping the Thoughts you Sow"
Gambling – A Sin or Not? - You would be shocked at the reasons Christians give to justify gambling. “It’s just for entertainment” “I only spend a fixed amount of money on the slot machines then I walk away” Or the age old classic, “The Bible doesn’t say we can’t gamble” What a mature argument. But still an argument that ignores the … Continue reading "Gambling – A Sin or Not?"
The Rules of God Are Protective - If you are like me, you hate arbitrary rules. You question why they exist and usually chalk it up to misuse of power. When it comes to the rules and laws of men, this is often an accurate assessment. Many of us are quick to dismiss regulations, whether they come from society, parents, or even … Continue reading "The Rules of God Are Protective"
Men Don’t Complain - The world encourages venting and complaining. That is their way. That is the world’s strategy for emotional management. Men are built to be different. Masculinity stands apart. The essence of being a man is not in complaining, but in taking action to improve your circumstances. In fact, complaining is a waste of time. Complaining is the … Continue reading "Men Don’t Complain"
“Remember Me”: The Profound Meaning Behind Christ’s Words at the Last Supper - In the final hours before His crucifixion, Jesus shared a meal with His disciples that would become known as the Last Supper. During this moment, He uttered words that have echoed through centuries of Christian worship: “Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19). So simple and so profound – and so severely misunderstood by … Continue reading "“Remember Me”: The Profound Meaning Behind Christ’s Words at the Last Supper"
Bathsheba Wasn’t a Victim - Challenging the Pedestalization of Women in the Church In Christianity, Women are frequently elevated to an untouchable status, often regarded as morally superior or sinless, especially in contrast to men. This trend is particularly evident when discussing biblical figures like Bathsheba, where the modern narrative has been crafted to portray her as an innocent victim … Continue reading "Bathsheba Wasn’t a Victim"
The Lord’s Supper: Remembering Christ’s Sacrifice, Not Celebrating His Resurrection - In recent years, there’s been a growing trend in some Christian circles to transform the Lord’s Supper from a solemn remembrance of Christ’s death into some “joyous celebration” of His resurrection. Everything has to be about “joy” or “positive emotional experiences” these days. While the desire for positive religious experiences is understandable, this shift fundamentally … Continue reading "The Lord’s Supper: Remembering Christ’s Sacrifice, Not Celebrating His Resurrection"
Proverbs 10:15 - “The rich man’s wealth is his strong city; the poverty of the poor is their ruin.” The Perceived Security of Wealth The Bible doesn’t position wealth as evil. In fact, when our mindset about money is correct, it provides an invaluable tool. This proverb clearly articulates that wealth can serve as protection. Many people might … Continue reading "Proverbs 10:15"
Proverbs 10:14 - “Wise people store up knowledge, but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.” This proverb contrasts the wisdom of acquiring and preserving knowledge with the folly of speaking carelessly and recklessly. Storing Up Knowledge If we are going to be wise, we have to pile up knowledge as one would pile up gold. Wise … Continue reading "Proverbs 10:14"
Proverbs 10:16 - The labor of the righteous leads to life, the wages of the wicked to sin.” This proverb contrasts the positive outcomes of righteous work with the detrimental consequences of ill-gotten gains. Proverbs 10:16 We’ve all heard the saying, “Honest work pays off.” But what does that really mean in our day-to-day lives? And is it … Continue reading "Proverbs 10:16"