One common objection to Christianity is the teaching on hell. "I just can't believe a loving God would send people to hell for lying about their taxes or cheating on their homework. It's too cruel." Those who think like this end up either rejecting God or they keep God and reject the biblical teaching on … Continue reading Why would a loving God send people to hell?
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How do I know God’s will for my life?
One of the greatest desires we all have is to know God's will. We have important life decisions to make and don't want to mess up. We pray and ask for clarity. We often hear silence and wonder what to do next. Does God speak? How can I know what He wants? We are so … Continue reading How do I know God’s will for my life?
How do I stop myself from doing what I know is wrong?
We've all been there with our greatest areas of temptation. We know God doesn't want us to be selfish, rude, impatient, anxious, greedy and lustful. We don't question the morality. We question why we keep losing the fight. We feel shame afterwards. We feel stuck like an old truck that keeps spinning its wheels in … Continue reading How do I stop myself from doing what I know is wrong?
How do I share my faith more naturally?
As Christians we are called to share our faith and make disciples. The last words Jesus spoke before ascending to heaven were a command for his disciples to go out and make more disciples. He calls us to be his ambassadors and spread the message of God's reconciling love in Christ. 20 Therefore, we are ambassadors … Continue reading How do I share my faith more naturally?
Am I saved?
Recently I was with a small group of friends discussing life and sharing stories. One of the girls in our group was asking challenging and purposefully uncomfortable questions to each person one by one. It was a fun way to pass the time and everyone was mostly up for it. About half way around the … Continue reading Am I saved?
Is it enough to be a good and kind person?
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?
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?
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?
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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