The word “Christian” means a lot of different things in our modern culture. For some, it’s a title given to those who attend church on Sunday mornings. For others, it’s about believing in God and the Bible. And unfortunately there are also those who associate it with something “extreme” or “hateful.” But the Bible defines…
Did Jesus drink wine or grape juice in the Bible? Oddly enough, this question often sparks a great deal of controversy. I’ve personally heard many interpretations… from seminary professors, scholarly commentaries, pastors and teachers, as well as my Christian brothers and sisters. What I have found in my years of study is that we often…
What do we really know about wine in the Bible? For good reason, this question causes a LOT of controversy within the church, and how you answer it often plays a major role in your view of sin and alcohol. Many have their opinions, and there are numerous teachings within the church today that contradict…
Music is a powerful thing. In many ways, it’s a universal language of sorts. It is present in every culture of our world, both past and present. Music has a way of making us feel a wide range of emotions, and it also gives us an avenue to express ourselves when words are not enough….
The Old Testament is filled with stories of men and women that most Christians would regard as heroes of the faith. Even though they were imperfect as humans can be, these heroes trusted God, persevered through trials, and obeyed even when it was difficult. In fact, many of them defied cultural norms and stood up…
As Christians, we know there’s a right way to live and a wrong way to live. We know that God calls us to live holy lives and to avoid sin. But the truth is that apart from Him, this is an impossible task. The Law proved this fact in that no one could actually keep…