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Praise and worship are essential aspects of the Christian life. They are not only expressions of our love and gratitude to God, but also powerful ways of connecting with Him and experiencing His presence. In this blog post, we will explore what the Bible says about the importance of praise and worship, and how we…
Trust is a vital component of any healthy relationship. We trust our friends, our family, our coworkers, and even strangers to some extent. But how much do we trust God? And why is it important to trust Him? The Bible gives us many reasons and examples of why trusting God is essential for our well-being…
Truth is a fundamental value in the Christian faith. Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31-32) He also claimed to be “the way and the truth and the life.” (John 14:6) As followers of…
However, the Bible teaches us that holiness is not only a divine attribute of God, but also a calling and a goal for His people. In this blog post, we will explore what holiness means, why it matters, and how we can pursue it in our daily lives. What is holiness? Holiness means to be…
Humility is a virtue that is often overlooked or misunderstood in our society. Many people associate humility with weakness, low self-esteem, or lack of confidence. However, the Bible teaches us that humility is a sign of strength, wisdom, and grace. Humility is the opposite of pride, which is one of the most destructive sins that…
Obedience is a key aspect of the Christian life. It means to submit to God’s will and follow His commands. Obedience is not optional for believers, but a requirement and a blessing. In this blog post, we will look at some biblical passages that show us the importance of obedience and the consequences of disobedience.…
Love is the greatest commandment and the greatest gift that God has given us. In this blog post, we will explore what the Bible says about the importance of love and how we can practice it in our daily lives. Jesus summarized the whole law of God in two commandments: to love God with all…
Forgiveness is a vital aspect of the Christian life. It is not only a command from God, but also a blessing for us and others. Forgiveness frees us from the burden of guilt and resentment, and restores our relationship with God and others. Forgiveness also reflects God’s character and grace, and enables us to experience…
Fellowship is a word that is often used in Christian circles, but what does it really mean? And why is it so important for believers to practice it? In this blog post, we will explore the biblical meaning of fellowship and its benefits for our spiritual growth and witness. The word fellowship in the New…
Angels are mysterious and fascinating creatures that often appear in the Bible as messengers, protectors, and servants of God. But what is their role in God’s plan and how do they relate to us as believers? In this blog post, we will explore three key passages that reveal some aspects of the role of angels…
We will explore what the Bible says about spiritual gifts, how to discover and use them, and how they help us grow in unity and maturity as the body of Christ. Spiritual gifts are special abilities that God gives to each believer by his grace and through his Spirit. They are not natural talents or…
The Bible teaches that God has the power to raise the dead and to grant them everlasting life in His presence. In this blog post, we will explore three passages that affirm this truth: Job 19:25-27; John 11:25-26; and 1 Corinthians 15:12-22. Job 19:25-27 is one of the oldest expressions of faith in the resurrection…
Baptism is a sacred act that symbolizes our identification with Christ and his death, burial and resurrection. It is also a commandment that Jesus gave to his disciples before he ascended to heaven. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of baptism from three biblical passages: Matthew 28:19, Acts 2:38 and Romans 6:3-4.…
This means that God saves us not because of anything we do or deserve, but because of His unmerited favor and love for us. We receive this salvation by trusting in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, who died for our sins and rose again from the dead. The apostle Paul explains this doctrine…
One of the most fascinating aspects of the Bible is its prophetic nature. The Old Testament contains many prophecies about the Messiah, the anointed one who would come to save God’s people from their sins and establish his kingdom of peace and justice. In this blog post, we will look at three passages from the…
What does it mean to say that the Bible is authoritative? How do we know that it is the word of God and not just a human product? How can we apply it to our lives today? These are some of the questions that Christians have wrestled with throughout history and that we still need…
Prayer is one of the most essential practices of the Christian life. It is a way of communicating with God, expressing our gratitude, confessing our sins, asking for help, and aligning our will with His. Prayer also has many benefits for our spiritual and emotional well-being. In this blog post, we will look at three…
One of the most important questions that humans have asked throughout history is: What is the name of God? How can we know and address the Creator of the universe? In this blog post, we will explore some of the biblical passages that reveal God’s name and its significance for us. The first passage is…
Tithing and giving are often misunderstood or neglected by many believers today, but they are actually a vital part of our worship and obedience to God. Tithing means giving a tenth of our income or produce to God, as a way of acknowledging that everything we have comes from Him and belongs to Him. Giving…
Dietary Laws and Kosher Eating: Leviticus 11:1-47; Deuteronomy 14:3-21; Acts 10:9-16 In this blog post, I will show how the dietary laws given by God to Israel in Leviticus and Deuteronomy are still valid today for those who want to follow the Hebrew roots movement. The Hebrew roots movement is a movement of Christians who…
The Sabbath day is a special day of rest and worship that God commanded his people to observe. The fourth commandment states: “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you…
Leaving the LDS church was one of the hardest things I’ve done. Knowing that all I had learned and had been taught was so muddled. Now with my wife also out of the church we had only three choices. The first one was to just say good-bye to religion all together, or the join one…
The Temple of God: Our Bodies as Holy Vessels Our bodies are amazing creations that have been fearfully and wonderfully made by God Himself (Psalm 139:14). As such, our bodies should be treated with utmost care and respect as they are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Just as the temple required upkeep…
The early Christian Church underwent many changes over the centuries, and the Catholic Church played a significant role in many of these changes. Some of the most notable changes made by the Catholic Church during the early years of Christianity include: Overall, the Catholic Church played a significant role in shaping the early Christian Church,…
