Have you ever done something you knew in your gut was wrong? We all have regrets. I’m not talking about those. I’m talking about the times when you actually had the opportunity to stop and think about your decision before you acted on it.
In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul presented a metaphor that would shape the way Christians view spiritual battle – the act of putting on spiritual armor. Ephesians 6:17 tells us to put on the helmet of salvation. The helmet is often the final piece of armor a soldier puts on before marching out into battle. Yet without…
When it comes to armor, the shield is an extremely vital piece – something I definitely wouldn’t want to go into battle without. Sure, I may be wearing body armor, but it’s my shield that allows me to protect the most vulnerable parts of me. I can maneuver it to guard me against all sides….
Going to church doesn’t make you a Christian. This was a phrase I heard a lot growing up. I was taught that it’s about the choices you make – how you live your life surrendered to Jesus. But if we’re being totally honest, the church is full of hypocrites – people who claim God as…
Save for retirement. Be financially secure. Work hard now so you can play later. I’ve been bombarded by these messages lately. There’s technically nothing wrong with them. In fact, it’s smart to save and have a long-term plan. So as I sit here and plan for my family’s future, I have to ask myself one…
Am I financially content with what I have? It’s something I’ve been asking myself a lot these days. When I stop and look around, I am amazed at all of the blessings God has brought into my life. Perhaps it’s my human nature, but there’s something in me that’s always looking forward to the “next…