Over the past couple of years, a number of high-profile Christians have left the faith. That has led to others of us wondering how they should feel and what they should do. Here are some ideas and advice from the Bible. Why do Christians leave the faith? Another prominent Christian …
Read MoreThe Bible encourages everyone to give tells us that “God loves a cheerful giver” and we all, whether we are rich or poor, have the ability to give to others, because there is one thing that is free that all can give: Time. A Christian call to duty: Make the …
Read MoreEaster is one of the most important celebrations in Christendom, marking the anniversary of the death of Jesus Christ. The holiday is a “movable feast” that does not have a fixed date, but that’s just the beginning of the facts that people get wrong about this holiday. Here’s what you …
Read MoreHappiness is often described as elusive, but it may not be as hard to find as we think. The problem may lie in how and where we seek happiness. The remedy is realistic expectations, as Jesus said true happiness only comes from God. Why is happiness so elusive? “Happiness is …
Read MoreForgiveness is a major tenet of Christianity, as well as a recurrent theme throughout the New Testament of the Bible, but even beyond redemption and salvation medical professionals are finding health benefits as well. Christianity and forgiveness One of the most important messages Jesus Christ preached was that of forgiveness. …
Read MoreAll of us influence others whether we realize it or not, even when we’re not trying to and, as Christians, we’re called to be God’s imitators, examples of Christ, setting a positive example in our speech, conduct, love and faith. Everyone sets an example “Let no one despise you for …
Read MoreOne third of the Bible is prophecy, particularly the prophets in the Old Testament–but the New Testament also has an entire book dedicated to prophecy. Revelation is more than prophecy – it’s God’s promises. Revelation: A book of prophecy The Book of Revelation (also called the Apocalypse of John, Revelation …
Read MoreSome people believe that democracy is a biblical concept because the Bible teaches that “God shows no partiality” and that “all are one in Christ Jesus.” But what does the Bible actually say about democracy and does it promote it? Is democracy a biblical concept? “There is neither Jew nor …
Read MoreThere is much skepticism from nonbelievers who think that Jesus Christ is merely a mythical figure who never existed, but some of the best evidence for his existence comes from sources from outside the Bible who were hostile to Christians. Making the case that Jesus was a real person Christians …
Read MoreBible prophecy is what God has given us to validate the Scriptures. One of the most detailed is found in Isaiah 53, which accurately foresaw the birth, life and death of Jesus Christ 700 years in advance. Prophet of Christ: Isaiah The Jewish prophet Isaiah is credited as authoring the …
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