We know God speaks. But how does He do it? If you follow us on YouTube, then you know we’ve already looked at several ways God can speak to us — including through our conscience, through the words of Jesus, and through the counsel of godly people. But there are other ways God has communicatedContinueContinue reading “How Does God Speak Through Dreams and Visions?”
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The Kingdom of Heaven Is Wonderful!
We recently finished a discussion with other believers trying to follow Jesus as best they know how. At times our discussion was heated, with people sharing sharp perspectives from different ends of the spectrum. In moments such as those, it’s easy to think “if this is what Christianity has to offer, then I want noContinueContinue reading “The Kingdom of Heaven Is Wonderful!”
Prayer
Prayer is something common to virtually all religions. And, to that extent, Christianity is no different. But if prayer for Christians is exactly the same as prayer for people following any religious Teacher, then what is it that makes Jesus unique? In this short article, I want to take a quick look at 5 aspectsContinueContinue reading “Prayer”
What Is the Gospel?
Jesus said for us to go into all the world to preach the Gospel. (Matthew 28:19-20) But not only are most of us unwilling to leave the comforts of home to go preach; most of us are hazy on what the Gospel actually is! After all, if the Gospel is simply “Jesus died on theContinueContinue reading “What Is the Gospel?”
The Limitations of Logic
I considered calling this “Lean Not On Your Own Understanding”. Or “My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts”. But “Limitations of Logic” sat better with me. For context, I’m a logical guy. My dad was a math teacher, and I’m a chess enthusiast. I think logic is a great thing, and one of our greatest giftsContinueContinue reading “The Limitations of Logic”
Are You Really Following Jesus? 5 Marks of a True Disciple
In many parts of the world, Christianity is everywhere in name — but much rarer in practice. Church buildings fill city streets. Bibles are sold by the millions. Entire nations still identify as “Christian.” And yet, when we compare much of modern Christianity with the actual teachings of Jesus, an uncomfortable question emerges: How manyContinueContinue reading “Are You Really Following Jesus? 5 Marks of a True Disciple”
Why true Christianity is virtually dead…
‘Christians’ are a dime a dozen these days. Anybody can claim to be one. And in a political climate where it’s advantageous to make such a claim, the number of counterfeits popping up has never been greater. But amidst a sea of fakes and frauds using ‘faith’ to mask ambitions of greed, the number ofContinueContinue reading “Why true Christianity is virtually dead…”
Following God
Following God is both easier and harder than most people believe. And I know that sounds like a contradiction. So please allow me to explain. Most of us know, in principle, that God is real; that He’s more powerful than anyone or anything on this planet; and that what matters most in life is whatContinueContinue reading “Following God”
Five Simple Steps to Start Following Jesus Today
Following Jesus is really not as complicated as many people make it. While it is a lifelong journey — and Jesus said only those who endure to the end will be saved (Matthew 24:13) — often the hardest part is just getting started. So in this article, we want to look at five practical stepsContinueContinue reading “Five Simple Steps to Start Following Jesus Today”
Following Jesus Beyond Buildings
Most of us equate following Jesus with going to church. So when we hear Jesus say, “Come, follow Me,” we assume He is inviting us to a building — a designated house of worship — and telling us to meet Him there. But what if Jesus was actually inviting us into something far more radical…ContinueContinue reading “Following Jesus Beyond Buildings”