Above all, it’s critical that we represent Jesus to our relatives by maintaining a relationship while also trying to share the truth (true love will seek the highest good for another person). Most people give up on one or the other. Keep loving—biblically. Sometimes, what’s difficult is that our child or other loved one has…
The big issue here is the main issue everyone has: they want to be God. People want to make the rules instead of submitting to the God of the universe, so they try to find a way around His plan, but the Bible is clear that sexual relationships are only meant to exist between one…
God’s heart is with you as you seek to encourage your children to follow God—for their sake’s and for His glory! One of the first questions that might be wise to ask is how much your children can see Jesus means to you. Sometimes people can care deeply about Jesus and live their lives for…
Even the apostle Paul faced this struggle; he said he was “chief of sinners,” (1 Timothy 1:15-16) in part because he knew he had a terrible past. He had persecuted the first Christians and tried his best to ruin their lives. But God showed him mercy. And this same Paul said he was confident nothing…
Hebrews 9:27 says, “it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment.” All people will be judged after they die, which determines where they will spend eternity. Jesus Himself speaks of people either receiving eternal punishment or eternal life (Matthew 25:41-46), but He also makes it clear that the only thing…
A few words from Alex to encourage Christians during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. Take one minute to be encouraged and to reflect on two verses from God’s Word.
There are some suggestions about how this superstition originated but however it began, the question should be asked, how should Christians feel about Friday the 13th (and other superstitions)? All superstitions are unbiblical. Friday the 13th, walking under a ladder, a black cat crossing your path, spilling salt, etc. are not something for Christians to…
Affliction comes upon everyone. We all suffer. But how we suffer is a choice. Do we suffer with Christ, and find peace and rest in Him? Or do we suffer alone, relying on our own strength to cope? And when we are afflicted and are suffering, what real strength do we have? This is one…
One of the most important criteria in finding a church family is whether they faithfully preach God’s Word as found in the Bible. Part of discerning this is listening to some sermons—possibly online ahead of time, these days—with an open Bible and a heart waiting on God’s Spirit to speak to you. He has plans…
How can you tell if thoughts are coming from your sinful side or Satan? Satan cannot enter into a blood-bought, Holy Spirit sealed Christian. He can mess with us on the outside, but he cannot enter in, or put thoughts into our minds. However, he can tempt us with things that will cause us to…
