Perhaps one of the most noticeable differences between the behavior of Christians and non-Christians is their response to enemies. Non-Christians are less likely to give it any thought and will turn to any number of natural human reactions: fight back, threaten, hold a grudge, become bitter, hate, glare, scream. At best, they hope their enemies … More taunt your enemies
You hold your head high and put that “Jesus-smile” on your face. Right before you walk through the church’s front doors. You’re a true Christian if anybody ever saw one. You’re a Sunday school teacher and you sing in the choir. You volunteer for the nursery and VBS and work days and door-to-door visitation. You take … More that “Jesus-smile”
A Christian home is a dangerous place in which to grow up. The Bible becomes so normal that you read things like this and don’t even notice. Do not fear, for I am with you. Is 41:10 Problem: in dozens of other places, the Bible says, “Fear God.” Imagine someone handing you a spider, saying, “Do … More a contradiction in fears
I suppose it’s one of those battles that will never die. Anytime a theological topic hits the headlines, you can be sure: It’s not the first time Christians have entered this verbal war. Nor will it be the last. “We are not under the law, but under grace.” “Yes, but we have to be careful … More ending the law-grace debate
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