Why does one wound echo louder than ten blessings? A look at how memory works—and why God keeps calling His people to remember.
The reflection on Isaiah chapter 3 highlights a society facing divine judgment, mirroring contemporary challenges. It critiques spiritual famine, childlike masculinity, and haughty femininity, resulting in societal dysfunction and emotional emptiness. Amidst despair, the message urges repentance, church unity, and steadfastness in truth, emphasizing God's promise for the faithful.
Summary: Many mainline Christian denominations historically rejected jewelry but have since reversed course. The United Methodist Church's shift towards LGBTQ inclusivity sparked reflections on the potential consequences of loosening biblical standards. Scriptures are examined to illustrate the connection between jewelry, pride, and idolatry, and Apostolic commands against jewelry are discussed in detail.
In this Episodic Voice podcast, Ryan French shares his thoughts on fatherhood and the lessons he has learned. He emphasizes the importance of family and the impact of generational curses, stressing the need to break destructive cycles. He also delves into the concepts of happiness, boundaries, fairness, and the boundless love of our Heavenly Father.
The content discusses logical and theological fallacies, particularly focusing on the "God Only Looks at the Heart Fallacy" and the misinterpretation of 1 Samuel 16:7. It delves into the biblical perspective on outward appearance, addressing topics like tattooing, modesty, and gender distinction. The author emphasizes the need to seek understanding and counter-cultural biblical truths.
The article discusses common fallacies within Christianity, focusing on the Pharisee Fallacy and the Flipped Fallacy. It emphasizes the importance of understanding theology and highlights the dangers of oversimplifying concepts like love and legalism. The author clarifies that genuine righteousness requires both inward and outward holiness, contrasting with the Pharisees' hypocrisy.
Many have asked for a deeper dive into my study recommendations: essential resources, methods, and practices. In this article, I will share the most universally relevant information possible for ministers, preachers, and teachers.
The apostle Peter makes a somewhat shocking declaration about the Christian life in the second chapter of his first epistle. Well, actually, he makes several fascinating declarations, but for now, we’ll mainly focus on one. With all its implications, contemporary Christians largely ignore this doctrine. The current religious atmosphere of flagrant biblical illiteracy probably explains why most Christians have barely noticed Peter’s inspired proclamations. Yet, the practical applications of this doctrine touch every area of daily Christian life. That little tirade aside, if you’re reading this, you aren’t the average person. Just knowing that you clicked on an article titled…
I was reasonably sure it was a sinus infection. I get them so often that I’m able to recognize the symptoms. Everything from my neck up felt like it was being hit repeatedly with a hammer. My drab doctor’s office looks like it’s sponsored by the color gray. The fluorescent lights burned my already aching eyes. It was packed with people. I groaned inwardly, knowing the large crowd meant I’d be waiting a long time to see the doctor. I searched in vain for a seat where I wouldn’t have to sit next to another human. Finally, I squeezed into…
I gazed across a lush, green, undulating field that stretched as far as my eyes could see. This was somewhere in Wisconsin. I’d been driving for hours when I happened to notice farm signs peppering the little country roads. Growing up in a big city, I’d never seen large herds of… well, anything. So, I made a detour and found a farm. The sheep’s white contrasted sharply with the deep green of the fields. There were so many sheep that my untrained eye couldn’t count them. After a few minutes, a middle-aged farmer in stereotypical overalls and various layers of…
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