This past weekend I had the privilege of officiating at a wedding in a township church in South Africa. The marriage ceremony took place as an addition to the Sunday morning service. The vibrancy of the singing was contagious and the warmth of hospitality humbling. In African culture there is no such thing as RSVP! … Continue reading For Better, for Worse
Author: Pastorfish
What are the greater works Jesus promised we would do?
“Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father.” (John 14:12) Notice that Jesus’ promise applies to all Christians. Jesus said, “Whoever believes in me.” This promise is not just for… Continue reading What are the greater works Jesus promised we would do?
Why the Prosperity Gospel is so poisonous
I’m sure you’ve heard the following: “You are a King’s Kid as a Christian, you are royalty! You shouldn’t settle for second best!” “God favour should overflow into your life as you walk in God’s anointing and enjoy health and financial prosperity!” “God hates poverty and illness, you should claim your victory!” “If you’re not… Continue reading Why the Prosperity Gospel is so poisonous
The dangerous theology of Spiritual Breakthrough
Many conferences and meetings, under the banner of Christianity, promise spiritual breakthroughs to take your faith to the next level. There are books written about spiritual breakthroughs: “Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough” “Praying the Lord’s Prayer for Spiritual Breakthrough” “Prayer Walking for Spiritual Breakthroughs” “How to be patient while waiting for a Spiritual Breakthrough” You can… Continue reading The dangerous theology of Spiritual Breakthrough
How does God guide us?
Christians have always been fascinated by this question and there is no shortage of weird and wonderful teachings on the subject. We’re interested in the question because decision-making is such a big part of our lives. We make hundreds of choices every day. Every time we make a choice we receive the consequences of that… Continue reading How does God guide us?