Every Christian carries a great responsibility. He bears the name “Christian” and confesses that Jesus dwells in him. If his life is consistent with his confession, he bears fruit to the glory of God. But […]
On November 12, 1872, two men were walking along the beach of the Baltic Sea coast. They had come from the city, where they had business, and were trying to reach their solitary village quickly. […]
One of the most beautiful character traits of a Christian is humility. “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6). It can only benefit us to consider the fruits of true […]
“And David took [the armor] off” 1 Samuel 17:39b David was ready to fight the seemingly overpowering giant Goliath. King Saul wanted to equip him in the best possible way for this battle, so he […]
Trials are so valuable because they form a Christian into what God needs them to be. We do not know what is in us until we have been put to the test. Sufferings and disappointments […]
Jesus said, “Without me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). We must recognize the principle of human inability and divine omnipotence if we are to be useful in God’s hands. […]
That’s quick to read and even sounds good. But what does it mean? How do you envision aging gracefully? It not only describes the natural process of growing older but also defines a time of […]
I do not remember exactly when it happened, but I will never forget the day my world was rocked to the core. My husband left the house as usual in the morning to catch the […]
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.” Romans 12:1 When the apostle addresses the church […]
To live holy, one must be holy, for a holy life springs from a holy and pure heart. To understand what holiness means, we must turn to the Bible. The “power” to live holy is […]