Many Christians today struggle with the concept of law vs grace; and in many ways, I used to be one of them. Some teach that we are “under grace” and no longer have to obey God’s Law. Unfortunately, this view leads many Christians to claim Jesus as Lord while still living lives filled with sin. But…
The name of God is thrown around quite a bit these days. Our “OMG culture” barely pays attention to the fact that they are saying God’s name every time they use that expression. But does it really matter? It’s just a common expression – right?
The moment I found out that I was pregnant, it began – the name game. It took a while for me and my husband to agree on names (for both our girls); but once we gave them their names, that was it. They became their names. We talked about them and to them by name…
Growing up in Christian education, I remember learning about idolatry. I was taught that in the Bible, people would carve images or statues, and then bow down to worship the idol they had just made. As a child, it made perfect sense to me why this was wrong. Obviously, the statue wasn’t a god. It…
In the midst of a trial, what sustains you? Are you able to stay calm in difficult circumstances? Are you able to give God your complete reliance? I will admit this is an area where I struggle. When I’m stressed out, nervous, or afraid, it’s easy to rely on my own strength or the strength…
Our words hold more power than we realize. Words can heal. They can restore. They can breathe life. But they can also destroy. They can make us feel unnecessary guilt or pain. They can destroy a person’s confidence and sometimes even their faith. The Bible tells us that our words hold the power of life and…