Uncomfortable Truths vs. Gossip
Most people would agree that gossip is a bad thing. Spreading exaggerated or scandalous information about another person is, for the most part, frowned up. Many churches even spend more time focused on the “sin of gossip” than on other, more easily defined problems....
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Taking God’s Name in Vain: Not Just Swearing
We all know the third commandment: “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not leave him unpunished who takes His name in vain.” (Exodus 20:7 NASB) Most people assume it just means we shouldn’t use God’s name as a swear word....
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The Law, the Prophets, and the Greatest Commandment
When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He answered, “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’...
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Render Unto Caesar: What Jesus Was Actually Saying
In Matthew 22, we read that a group of Pharisees confronted Jesus and asked for a yes or no answer on whether it was lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, the Roman emperor. Jesus responded by asking whose face was engraved on the coins used to pay the taxes. When they...
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Living Your Life in Jesus’ Footsteps
“Following Jesus’ footsteps” is a common Christian buzzword that doesn’t always get a lot of explanation. We tend to assume that others understand what it means to live like Jesus. But the truth requires a little more detail. For instance, does living like Jesus mean...
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What is My Worth According to the Bible?
Looking back on Mental Health Month in May, you may be considering what self-worth means for a Christian. The concept has no easy definition. Outside the church, people may use it as an excuse for self-centered behavior or just as a substitute for the worth found in...
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4 Thought-Provoking Verses About Eternal Life
The words “eternal life” are often repeated in Christian circles without much elaboration. We tend to assume that everyone just knows what it means to have eternal life. But what about those of us with questions or uncertainties? The words on their own don’t seem to...
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What Does the Cross Represent in the Christian Faith?
The cross is the most widely-recognized Christian symbol in the world, adorning millions of churches and chapels. While it’s nice to see this symbol so accepted, it’s easy to lose sight of what the cross was originally used to represent. Reexamining its origins puts...
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Does the Old Testament Still Apply?
Plenty of churches dismiss the Old Testament as irrelevant for modern Christianity. For instance, in the book of Leviticus, pork is deemed unclean to consume, yet many Christians still eat it today. So, how relevant is the Old Testament today? Many people mistakenly...
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How to Revive Your Faith in Jesus
Like everyone else, Christians can go through phases of weak or barely existing faith. This can result from losing a loved one, experiencing a deeply traumatic event, or simply getting bored with the Christian faith. Whatever the cause, it’s important to remember that...
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