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Christians are well-versed with sins like sexual immorality, dishonesty, murder, and idolatry. You know, the biggies. However, some sins the Bible speaks of confound us, like gluttony. For a long time in my walk with Christ, I was curious on … Continue reading →

There are two axioms I have found helpful in navigating how to enjoy God’s gifts wisely, in a way that honors him and protects my joy. 1. The use of a thing does not condone its abuse. Just because God … Continue reading →

Sometimes people get confused about what kind of worship is pleasing and acceptable in God’s eyes. We end up quietly exchanging God’s standards for other standards. When that happens, we may walk away from a worship gathering feeling pleased, even … Continue reading →

Some folks use Jesus’ confrontations with the Pharisees to argue that Jesus was against organized religion. They wield these interactions as a club to beat down anyone who articulates theological truths, practices religious rituals, or draws lines between what’s good … Continue reading →

By design, men are to inclined to be strong, ambitious, and protective. Scripture honors and exhorts men to cultivate these traits. Yet, as the adage goes, our greatest strengths overplayed become our greatest weaknesses. Therefore, Scripture warns men of temptations … Continue reading →

In recent years, a movement called Progressive Christianity (formerly known as Liberal Theology) has gained popularity. It wears the clothes of faith in actions and uses the vocabulary of the church in words, but its foundations are completely different. Before … Continue reading →

We all know what it feels like to see our painful circumstances and wonder, “What possible good could come from this?” When suffering hits, when the plan collapses, the diagnosis comes, or the relationship breaks, it is easy to think, … Continue reading →

I grew up being taught and believing that Christians shouldn’t get involved in politics. We’re supposed to be about the spiritual things and leave the world to their games of power. Christ is on the throne so we shouldn’t be … Continue reading →