I appeal to you therefore, brothers, (and by implication, sisters) by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship… (Romans 12:1) The apostle Paul wrote to Christians (he calls them brothers, and by implication, sisters) and used the word “therefore” in… Continue reading Why you don’t go to church to worship
Category: Christian Worldview
The horror of hell and planting churches
We are familiar with the idea of separation. We’ve all experienced it at one time or another. Jesus taught that at the end of this age there is going to be a separation. According to Jesus, this world is not going to continue forever. There will be a supernatural end, a cataclysmic event, a universal… Continue reading The horror of hell and planting churches
All things for good
Romans 8:28 may sound like a cliché, but it’s profoundly true. In times of turmoil and tragedy it is the Christian’s great comfort and solid ground. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28) The Apostle Paul… Continue reading All things for good
Wait, don’t emigrate
I’m sure you also enjoy watching the home renovation shows on TV. The family goes away for a few days, a specialized building and renovation team come in, and when the family turns they can’t believe their eyes. There is a new, improved, better house and everyone’s happy, crying and hugging. The Bible tells… Continue reading Wait, don’t emigrate
The Christian life is war
We hear a lot about war and the word often has very negative connotations for us. Did you know that the Christian life can be described as war and battle and struggle? Becoming a Christian may seem to some as the easy way out, but it’s certainly not. According to Romans 7, becoming a Christian… Continue reading The Christian life is war