Where is the practice of introspection regarding one’s fruit found in the bible? … As I search I find the concept of fruit associated with obedience, God’s will, God’s provision and blessing, walking in the Spirit, seeking God, abiding in Christ, …
“But whatever things were gain to me, those things I have counted as loss for the sake of Christ. More than that, I count all things to be loss in…
How many sermons have been given where a comment, often a snarky comment, is made about the Apostle John’s self identification as “the Apostle whom Jesus loved?” This is not…
For the Christian and non-Christian alike, faith is common. A biblical definition of faith is provided by the writer of Hebrews: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for,…
Count me in that group that considers the object of faith more important than the holder of faith. Philosopher theologians have spent careers studying and writing about faith, of examining,…
Consider the concept of tolerance. Healthy social interaction requires tolerance. Ask any married couple. At least one of them will acknowledge the importance of tolerance towards others. I am married…
It is Independence Day in the U.S. A day that gives opportunity to remember, consider, and appreciate the incredible work our revolutionary forefathers wrought. They took on the British empire,…
“So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience;bearing with one another, and forgiving each other,…
“AND YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH.’” (Mark 12:30, NASB95)…
“Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away.” (James 4:14, NASB95)…
“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” ― A.W. Tozer
If one states they “study theology” or are “pursuing theological studies” then the literal interpretation of those words is …