In past blogs, we've talked about the purpose of marriage being to primarily glorify God more than to bring us happiness. When we serve the Lord and live in His will, joy and peace are natural fruits of such living. Because dating and courting relationships will potentially be marriage relationships, they should be viewed in a similar light as a marriage relationship. I'm not saying that you should act married when you're not; however, marriage is still a holy institution. God holds people who are married to a high standard with each other. When there is adultery in a marriage, we … [Read more...]
The Gospel (Ellerslie Mission Society)
Happy Easter - He is risen! (... He is risen, indeed!) This video is a representation of the gospel (i.e., good news) of Jesus Christ. Christians have been set free to do so much more than just be forgiven. Watch and see... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPIOkdNL-QQ … [Read more...]
Only What’s Done for Christ Will Last
Earlier today, I heard a statement about Pontius Pilate that really made me think. For as powerful as he was and for all that he did in his life, all he's typically remembered for today is that he allowed Christ to be put to death when he believed that Jesus was not guilty. As we look at our own lives, we may think we'll be remembered for being a good student, a good friend, or perhaps a model parent; but truth be told, when it comes to the end of your life – and, more importantly, for eternity – what you do for Christ is all that will last. You may be remembered for a generation or three for … [Read more...]
Whom Are You Trying to Please?
For as long as I can remember, I have loved to sing. I haven't always been great at it, but whether it was in the car, in church, or just about anywhere, I have always loved to sing. At the age of twelve, I was thrown into my first church solo (which is good; otherwise, I may never have worked up the nerve to volunteer) – and from then until college, I sang at church regularly. While I wish I could say that each singing experience was a breath-taking display of God's anointing on my life, I have to admit that I spent much more time worrying about my performance before the congregation than I … [Read more...]
Love Your Future Spouse (Is God Really Your Lord?)
There are many people in America who call themselves "Christians." Additionally, there are many more who say that they "believe in God." If you walk the streets and ask around in small town America, you will probably find that many people consider themselves a "Christian." However, it seems odd to me that so many people who consider themselves Christians are living in a manner that is specifically prohibited in God's Word. The Lord really had to deal with me in this area. I was calling Him "Lord," but I was living like the world. I wasn't partaking in socially-unacceptable heinous sins, but I … [Read more...]
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