“We were therefore buried with [Jesus] through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. For we know that our old self was crucifi

What Does the Bible Say about Community? The writer of Ecclesiastes suggested that people are designed to live in community. “Two are better than one,” Solomon said, and “A cord of three strands is not quickly broken” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12). Community brings friendship and support for times of adversity (Proverbs 17:17; 27:9).Jesus expanded the scop

1. Pray about It “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” (Philippians 4:6).God has good plans for His children, and no doubt, He has a purpose for the church you decide to attend. As you look for a church, be consistent to pray throughout the process that Go

Vulnerability as a Part of the Journey of FaithRuth Clemence is a wife, mom, writer and award-winning blogger based in Cardiff, Wales. Read more at: ruthclemence.com.

Helping to Break Generational SinsWith this in mind, we have the power to share our testimonies and encourage grandchildren to turn away from the things that they might be more genetically predisposed towards. There is definitely evidence of genuine struggles that are passed through generations which can be fixed, or at least lessened, by decisions

By Faith Abel Obeyed GodCain rejected God’s directive and brought what he wanted to bring. By faith, Abel obeyed the Lord and offered an acceptable sacrifice. God’s pleasure wasn’t just in the lamb’s sacrifice, but in Abel’s obedience. He obediently gave according to what God had instructed. The prophet Samuel told King Saul, “Does the Lord delight

Christ does what David didn’t. He is the true King. Where Is Jesus in the Story of Uzzah and the Ox Cart? There is a somewhat strange passage in 2 Samuel 6. It involves a guy named Uzzah who is tasked with being part of the team to transport the ark of the covenant. They decide to speed things along a little and use an oxcart. At one point the oxen

Kathryn identifies with Martha. "I feel that for the past year, the Lord has been doing some extraordinary things in my life. With so many people moving into our area from other places in the country, I have been privileged to meet so many new Christian sisters in Holy Spirit-led ways. Several women (new to the area and the church) close to my age

Paul says something similar in 1 Corinthians 2:15. There he says, “The spiritual person judges all things, but is himself to be judged by no one.” What does this mean? Think of wearing 3D glasses in a 3D movie.When you walk into the theater without those special glasses, everything on the screen will look distorted. If you weren’t aware that it was

Daniel also has a vision of a goat (Alexander the Great, Daniel 8), that conquers and wreaks destruction. The Bible does not use this symbol lightly. Alexander ushered in Hellenism that sought to destroy the Jewish world and everything they stood for.4 Reasons Satan Is a GoatFrom the above research, we can derive four reasons why Satan is represent

This lists of gifts in 1 Corinthians 12:8-10 are simply examples of the “varities of gifts” that are given according to the will of God and for the common good. This sets the stage for the following passage concerning the body of Christ. According to Paul, every member of the body is essential, and every gift is meaningful. There are no unimportant

8. “God’s plan for enlarging His kingdom is so simple- one person telling another about the Savior. Yet we’re busy and full of excuses. Just remember, someone’s eternal destiny is at stake. The joy you have when you meet that person in heaven will far exceed any discomfort you felt in sharing the gospel.”9. "We can be tired, weary and emotionally d

Acts 5:422. Are We Loving Well?3. Are We Sharing Our Faith and Inviting Others In?In thinking about the Jesus Revolution which took place in the beginning of the ‘70s, it was the hippies and teaching and music meeting nonbelievers where they were, not trying to confirm them to hymns or traditions. They did not condone sin, but they stepped toward t

1. Imputed sin. Imputed sin is the teaching that Adam’s sin has been imputed to every human after him. Adam’s guilt is our guilt. Scholars have a range of views on to what extent imputed sin exists. Much of the debate surrounds Augustine’s translation (or mistranslation) of Romans 5.2. Inherited sin. Inherited sin means an inherited sinful nature h

Because we are imperfect people, our self-focused desires can easily become a hinderance to our relationship with God. Israel, for example, wrestled constantly with this reality. This was one of the reasons why the Exodus journey was so prolonged. Deuteronomy 8:10-11 exhorts: “When you have eaten and are satisfied, praise the Lord your God for the

1. A Wise Person Knows the Value of a Good Reputation Ecclesiastes 7:1 - “A good name is better than a good ointment, and the day of one’s death is better than the day of one’s birth.”šēm.2. A Wise Person Views Life through the Lens of Eternity 3. A Wise Person Is Discerning about the Advice They Take Ecclesiastes 7:5-6 – “It is better to listen t

Therefore, we see that the Scriptures declare of themselves that they are true, trustworthy, and authoritative.Is the Bible Inerrant?This is where our definition of inerrancy matters. Does affirming inerrancy mean that you have to affirm all of the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy? Or does it mean that you simply affirm the Bible is authorit

2. Your Barrier Is a Doorway to BreakthroughMost people see problems as barriers that prevent them from experiencing God’s best in their lives. Ten of the twelve spies saw the Canaanite giants that way, and all of Israel saw the warrior Goliath that way. But I’ve learned something amazing about barriers: they are really just doorways to breakthrou

For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. ~ He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins. ~ Freedom was purchased! Forgiveness is available! A perfect, merciful, and loving

What Does the Bible Say about Holding a Grudge? There are several examples of grudges being held in the Bible, as well as God’s words on what to do when we are in the midst of a grudge.Perhaps one of the most recognized grudges in the Bible would be Joseph and his brothers in the book of Genesis. Joseph, the youngest and favorite of his father Jaco