What does "the truth will set you free" mean for Christians today?The truth, which will set us free, still applies the same way today. Although today we don’t seek safety from the corruption of the Roman empire, we still all suffer under the bondage of sin. Perhaps today we seek safety from debt, stress and anxiety, lack of discipline, or a number

Jesus came for us to live life to the full, to be the salt of the earth, and the light of the world. It is He, in us, beaming through our flesh to brighten up this world with a peace and love that transcend human understanding. He is the salt. It is He in us that makes us visibly and audibly different. He’s imploring us not to lose Him. Keep seekin

Four Ways We Can Abide in Christ and His Word1. Set time every day to pray.Having consistent time to go to God with thanksgiving and requests is an important element to abiding with the Lord. Just like relationships with friends and family, speaking with the Lord regularly and honestly is key to growing in His love.2. Read the Bible.God preserved H

1. Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you..."So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Is. 41:102. Psalm 91:4 "...his faithfulness will be your shield..."He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will fin

1. God’s Grace Leads to Strength (v. 1) According to The Bible Knowledge Commentary on the New Testament:Paul was a prisoner in a Roman dungeon when he wrote [2 Timothy], the last of his epistles, to Timothy. The date, as best it can be established, was approximately AD 67. Not long afterward, according to tradition, the apostle was beheaded … The

Praying is talking with God. Even in times when I’ve been dealing with serious depression, one of the things that has kept my spiritual life fresh and my relationship with the Lord intimate (not that it’s never been stale, because there have been times of staleness) is that I’ve kept going back to the Lord and just talking to Him as my Savior, my L

An Irritating Fact Several months ago, I stumbled onto a Barna study about Christian women and spiritual health. As I read, these stats jumped out at me.When asked about sin struggles . . .50 percent of women listed disorganization as their number one struggle.42 percent of women listed inefficiency.These were the top two struggles listed. God is

The End of JezebelJezebel’s death isn’t recorded until the book of 2 Kings 9:30-37, where the newly anointed king, Jehu, after King Ahab (who died in battle), was named. He assassinated Jezebel’s son, killing those who belonged to the house of Ahab, as well as Jezebel sympathizers. It is said in 2 Kings 9:30 that Jezebel, knowing that Jehu was comi

3. WorshipHave you ever worshiped in your living room, outside, or among the church pews? This time of intimacy, simply recognizing God as the Almighty and honoring Him for who He is, ushers us into His presence. If at a loss for words, try reading and praying a Psalm (or several) to God. These Bible verses are full of worship. Consider a hymn or o

1. Gary T. Meadors, “The Bible and Prayer,” in Giving Ourselves to Prayer: An Acts 6:4 Primer for Ministry, comp. Dan R. Crawford (Terre Haute, IN: Prayer Shop Publishing), 10.2. Adaptation of list compiled by AllAboutGOD.com, cited in “Why Pray?” National Day of Prayer Task Force, http://www.nationaldayofprayer.org (accessed October 6, 2010).3. Jo

1. VolunteerThe most obvious way is to volunteer. Shelters, soup kitchens, rescue organizations all can use help during the holidays. They can use it year-round too, but the holidays are especially busy. Many places need people to come and either help serve food, clean, ring a bell, etc. But if you can’t get there to volunteer in person, you can of

1. Matthew 3:16-17“As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased’” (Matthew 3:16-17).From the beginning, God the Father has loved the Son in

Secondly, they have their eternal fate sealed in the Lake of Fire (Revelation 20:10). Because of their rebellion against the Almighty God, they await their fate of eternal doom. They know of this ending and shudder. This brings us to our final point in terms of criteria.They wreak havoc and cause division. Because they know of their eternal fate, d

Father, this work is not easy. My enemy attempts to make me afraid, to quit in fear, but You have called me to this task. So I look to You. I will complete it. God, strengthen these hands. In Jesus’ name, amen.2. Words from Ephesians Ephesians provides many wonderful verses that can transition into powerful prayers. Consider the passage below. Inse

3. Speak supernatural power statements.It’s important while battling the enemy to speak strong words, God’s Word, because he’s not afraid of you, but he is afraid of God, who resides in you, and protects you. This is why we call upon the name of the Lord (Romans 10:13). He sends His angels to set up camp around you. (Psalm 34:17) and you’re never a

Understanding all of this, it can still be difficult to discern when we are being tempted, and when we are being tried. Sometimes the temptation comes in the trial, wanting to respond in anger, rather than in a Christ-like fashion. Ultimately, the best way to discern between the trials and temptations is to take the advice of Joseph M. Scriven, the

Some Catholics disapprove due to the line, “Did you know that your Baby Boy has come to make you new? This Child that you delivered will soon deliver you.” This notion that Mary needs deliverance (from sin and the penalty of sin) defies the Catholic doctrine of the Immaculate Conception. According to Father Robert McTeigue, SJ, “In other words the

2. God’s vengeance is not reckless; it is often redemptiveOne of the reasons God often brings vengeance is to repay sin. His desire many times is to hopefully lead a person to repentance. God’s discipline or vengeance is not reckless, it carries with it a redemptive value.If we are going to be honest, sometimes we don’t always like this. We may eve

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus...the God of peace will be with you." Phil. 4:6-7, 9“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed,

Without the cross there is no Heaven. If Jesus had not died on the cross, there would be no heaven to speak of, because hell would be our portion. Romans 6:23 would be abruptly abbreviated; “For the wages of sin is death…” There would be no gift of God, and there would be no eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Can you imagine that? I cannot