The Bible lists nine spiritual fruits, qualities that all of us can be on board with as it relates to living better lives. But if they're so good, why is the world so full of cruelty and the opposite of these traits? How can we grow spiritual fruit, anyway?
Giving money to the church has long been a sensitive topic. To preach or write about giving is a task that requires both courage and wisdom in many cases. Yet, Jesus champions a woman who gives all that she has (two copper coins). Let's find out why.
Knowing things can be quite a thrill. Being able to tell people what you know? Equally thrilling. But is the pursuit of knowledge something that can get out of hand? Is there any benefit to remaining ignorant on a matter? The Bible has a bit to say on it.
There are words in our modern society that we all recognize as cuss words. Many still use them, some avoid them. But is using them actually bad, according to the Bible? Turns out, the answer is not as easy as you might think.
Here is my review of a bestselling book on the shelves today about a problem that most everyone is aware of yet few know how to overcome it. How can the church come alongside the younger generation in their hour of need during this new pandemic?
Do you think of God as angry or disappointed with you? When you contemplate what the Bible calls "the wrath of God," do you feel afraid of Him? The words of an old and famous sermon may have had something to do with that.
Consider God for a moment. The Bible constantly tells us that He is deserved of our praise and adoration (Psalm 96:4). And while I am not one to argue with the Bible, it is worth our time to ask the question why God is deserved of our praise.
Every rainstorm brings with it both torment and renewal. We pray for rain and still withdraw from it when it comes.
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Humans have been telling the story of the beginning since the beginning. Turns out, however, they're not very good at it. How can we possibly know all that there is to know about the beginning?
