He Gave His Only Begotten Son…
When God gave the gift of His Son Jesus Christ, He was giving from Himself the one and only thing that could redeem the souls of mankind.
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Humility and Courage are Needed to Truly Become a Son in the Lord
The heartbeat of the Kingdom of God is submission and relationship. This is the fuel in which a new Christian can grow in maturity and where we learn to train others.
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The Character Trait of Excellence Results in Consistency, Reliability and Trustworthiness
Excellence is something that is born in the heart of a believer. It must be caught by the believer as an inner personal conviction rather than taught to them as an outward behavior.
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In Slower Economic Times Set a Budget and Find Ways to Enact the Law of Sowing and Reaping
The key to faith steps for a financial harvest is not to be overwrought with penny pinching. Simply be mindful of what is being used and how much so that the budget is not filled with careless spending on items that are wasted.
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What is the Christian Annunciation?
History and Traditions of the Annunciation, the March 25th celebration of what was once the Christian New Year.
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A Personal Testimony of Acute Pastoral Burnout and Restoration
Without proper boundaries and the willingness to say no, the work of the ministry can lead to anxiety and burnout. This personal testimony provides hope for those who are weary.
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Halloween Traditions, History, and Autumn Celebrations
A historical discussion of All Hallows Eve and Halloween, including traditions and observances.
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The Christian New Year Begins on January First According to the Gregorian Calendar
For political and military reasons, January 1, 153 B.C. became the beginning of the new year. The Roman calendar was widely used throughout western Europe, until revised by Aloysius Lilius, an Italian doctor, astronomer, philosopher and chronologist. Pope Gregory XIII commanded Christians to use this new and improved calendar in 1582, and named it after himself. It is still the most widely used calendar in the world.
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The Gift of Jesus Means Eternal Salvation for Those Who Believe
Because God so dearly loved and had compassion for mankind, He not only gave the gift of His Son Jesus Christ but also everything that Jesus' name represents.
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The Bible Describes How Christians are Transfsormed and Made New
It is by way of the renewed mind that the newness of life is realized. As a believer grows up in Christ, believing and understanding what God has done through Jesus on his behalf, the quality of life gets better and better. It is always God’s will for His children to grow up in Christ.
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