There are people that we admire and people that we envy. Which people do we emulate? What kind of life are we building - a life to please others…or ourselves?
Just how do we determine the identity of a person? What criteria do we use - accomplishments…values…social group or status? Most of us evaluate others based on the standard we use for ourselves, but the shape of a person’s identity may take a lifetime to reveal.
At the foundation of the Christian faith is the belief in the life and divinity of Jesus Christ. From its inception, the church has been challenged by skeptics who question the accuracy of the biblical account. But more and more, these challenges are coming from those who profess to believe.
Through prayer, God makes Himself available to every person who calls upon His name. Do we fully realize or utilize the potential of this powerful gift?
At first glance, the rich and powerful seem to have the greatest influence on our society. But a closer investigation may reveal that it is a different kind of person that truly shapes who we are as a people.
It seems the Spirit of this Age is in flux. The morals and values of our modern culture are changing rapidly. It’s getting difficult to make any sense out of what’s going on in the world. How can we maintain our sanity in a world that is losing its mind?
For some Christians, being faithful to God means addressing the big issues that trouble the world today. But the small things can make a big impact on someone in need. And we’re told that God notices seemingly insignificant acts of kindness.
When we find ourselves reflecting on all the good things we have, we have to acknowledge that we have been blessed. But when we begin to contemplate the source of those blessings, our hearts should truly be thankful.
To err is human. To repeat those mistakes is VERY human. Living a life that is consistent with our faith can be quite a challenge. The road from repentance to righteousness can be long and winding, and there are some days when it seems like we haven’t made any progress at all.