Many people today would summarize their life philosophy this way: Just be a good and kind person and that's enough. If I'm a good person, it should go well with me. If I'm kind, then I will be accepted. If I'm nice, then I'll probably make it into heaven just fine. They place their faith … Continue reading Is it enough to be a good and kind person?
Author: Gentry Eddings II
Find a quiet place (Mark 1:35)
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.Mark 1:35 One mistake that we make in church leadership is that we too often ask people to get together and do something. Go to a small group! Come to … Continue reading Find a quiet place (Mark 1:35)
Summer shenanigans and God’s steadfast love
This has been a truly awesome summer at the pool. We started out with Isaiah and Amos (my four-year-old twins) rocking floaties and hanging near the shallow end. Now, they literally dive head first into the deep end and can practically swim--without any floaties!--the length of the pool. They are little fish. They can hold … Continue reading Summer shenanigans and God’s steadfast love
Why can’t I see God?
One hurdle people face to a relationship with God is not being able to see him. If God is real, then why can't I see him? Great question. The answer involves understanding God's invisibility, the effect of sin on our sight, and the way Jesus reveals the invisible. God Is Invisible The Bible is not … Continue reading Why can’t I see God?
Drop Hostility, Pick-up Humility (Ephesians 4:1-3)
Hold the bag? But, I just want a handful. I don't want to hold the bag. If she wants me to hold the bag, then I don't even want any. These were the selfish thoughts in my head recently when my wife asked me to hold the bag of Cheese-Its. I had gone to reach … Continue reading Drop Hostility, Pick-up Humility (Ephesians 4:1-3)
See Trials As Pure Joy (James 1:2-4)
2Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.James 1:2-4 This verse doesn't make sense. How am I supposed to have joy … Continue reading See Trials As Pure Joy (James 1:2-4)
Why believe the Bible?
Christians spend a lot of time and energy studying the Bible. We believe the Bible-the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments-is the authoritative words of God. So, if the Bible says something, then we submit our thoughts, preferences, and actions to that teaching. But, this raises a foundational question. Why do we believe … Continue reading Why believe the Bible?
Wait In Faith (1 Samuel 1:9-18)
Waiting is hard. We're used to conveniences like Amazon Prime two-day shipping. It's absolutely wonderful to push a button and have something show up at my house in two-days. One time there was something I needed that didn't have Prime shipping and I had to wait seven to fourteen days. How barbaric! We're so used … Continue reading Wait In Faith (1 Samuel 1:9-18)
How should Christians treat non-Christians?
We live in a country with an ever-increasing diversity of worldviews, philosophies and religions. Whether it is your neighbor, family member, or co-worker, you are bound to bump into someone who sees the world very differently. Perspectives are not only diverse, but also are often in opposition to one another. This opposition creates tension points … Continue reading How should Christians treat non-Christians?
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