Read the Word and it will change you. There is no neutral when it comes to the Bible, and there are no neutral people. Everyone is either on one side or another. Either we love God or we hate Him; either we trust in Him or we reject Him. It doesn’t matter if you’re an…
How to Apply the B.L.E.S.S. Model to Your Life
The B.L.E.S.S model stands for Begin with Prayer, Listen, Eat, Serve, and Share. It’s a simple but powerful methodology for supporting people who are going through tough times or facing significant life transitions. It’s also an excellent tool for anyone looking to make positive changes in their lives and relationships with others. We all need…
Oh Lord, You’re Beautiful
When we are in the presence of God, it is easy to become overwhelmed by how amazingly beautiful He is. But God wants so much more for us than simply being awestruck by His breathtaking splendor. Instead, the Lord longs for us to see Him for who He truly is on the inside: our Father….
Galatians 6:2: How Can I Bear One Another’s Burdens?
In Galatians 6:2, the apostle Paul reminds us that we will one day stand before God to give an account for how we used our time and resources. As his followers, we are also called to live a life of love and service. These actions involve bearing one another’s burdens as well as assuming responsibility…
Earmarks of a Christ-Follower
A Christ-follower is someone who has a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ rather than merely being a religious person who attends church. This distinction is crucial as it emphasizes faith’s personal and transformative nature. Supported by scripture, let’s explore key characteristics that mark a faithful follower of Christ. 1. Intimate Relationship with Jesus A Christ-follower…
Expositional Analysis of Romans 14:5-6 with Historical Context
Original Greek Text Ὃς μὲν κρίνει ἡμέραν παρ’ ἡμέραν, ὃς δὲ κρίνει πᾶσαν ἡμέραν· ἕκαστος ἐν τῷ ἰδίῳ νοῒ πληροφορείσθω. ὁ φρονῶν τὴν ἡμέραν κυρίῳ φρονεῖ· καὶ ὁ ἐσθίων κυρίῳ ἐσθίει, εὐχαριστεῖ γὰρ τῷ θεῷ· καὶ ὁ μὴ ἐσθίων κυρίῳ οὐκ ἐσθίει καὶ εὐχαριστεῖ τῷ θεῷ. Here’s a word-for-word analysis of the passage: Ὃς μὲν…
The Heart of Restoration: Understanding Christ’s Love in John 21:15-19
When you dig into the Greek text of John 21:15-19, something extraordinary emerges about Christ’s love meeting human failure with grace.