Heard someone say, “What exactly are we here for?”
Jesus walked this earth to show what God is like when He lives in man, and what man is like when God lives in Him. Biblically, we’re here to know and glorify God, and to experience a loving relationship with Him and others. Humanity was intentionally designed to reflect God’s character in the world. According to Genesis 1:26, humanity was created in the "image" and "likeness" of God. In other words, we are designed to be God's representatives on earth—acting with love, justic
Dysfunctional Family Patterns That Many Considered Normal (Conclusion)
Walking on eggshells due to a family member's uncontrolled emotions indicates a spiritually and relationally broken environment where human fear has replaced the peace of God. This situation reveals that the family system is organizing itself around the flesh rather than the Holy Spirit, violating the principles of self-control, truth, and genuine peace. In a dysfunctional home, eggshell-walkers often feel that if they just act, speak, or perform perfectly, they can prevent
Dysfunctional Family Patterns That Many Considered Normal (Part Two)
From a biblical perspective, remaining quiet when a family issue needs to be addressed is widely considered a sign of dysfunction. It allows unaddressed resentment to fester. The Bible strongly advocates for open communication, active problem-solving, and pursuing truth in a spirit of grace. Believers are called to "speak the truth in love" (Ephesians 4:15). This means balancing grace and truth, correcting with gentleness, and avoiding harsh or destructive words (Proverbs 15:
Concerning life in a fallen world…. the sinful nature makes victims of us all!
Let’s examine the Karmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf situation from God’s perspective. Biblically, living in a fallen world means existing in a reality marred by humanity’s original rebellion against God (the Fall). This introduced sin, brokenness, and a curse into creation. The Bible teaches that all humans are born with an inherited fallen or sinful nature. Both the perpetrator and the victim share this broken human condition, meaning they are both victims of the physical a
Dysfunctional Family Patterns That Many Considered Normal
From a biblical perspective, sweeping issues under the rug and pretending nothing happened is considered a harmful counterfeit to peace. The Bible promotes active, honest resolution and reconciliation over silent denial, emphasizing that unaddressed wounds only fester and create deeper division. Sweeping things under the rug is not love because it denies the truth! Love rejoices with the truth (1 Corinthians 13:6). Wanting what is true to be understood and accepted by others
Spiritual Food For Thought
Today, I read a post saying that Christianity in America has been hijacked to justify harm, power, and domination. Biblical Christianity can never be hijacked, unlawfully seized, or taken over! God will not allow that to happen. However, cultural Christianity (MAGA), Christianity in name only, is the real culprit! A biblically Christian movement rejects cruelty, division, and the worship of political leaders. It cares for the sick, the poor, and the marginalized. It prioriti
The myth of American ‘greatness’ (Part One)
The White House is on a mission to “make America great again.” But when exactly was America great? Maybe we take it to mean liberty and justice for all. I recall a highlight of the school years was the daily standing recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to “one Nation under God … with liberty and justice for all.” But, “liberty and justice” have never been “for all.” American injustice refers to systemic and individual unfairness, often rooted in historical racism and ineq
Every Christ follower needs a Biblical Worldview (Conclusion)
Believe it or not, every person has a worldview— a way of looking at, reacting to, and navigating this life. The question is, as a follower of Jesus, do you have a biblical worldview? Apostle Paul teaches, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect” (Romans 12:2). In part two, we’re told, “So that you may prove what the will of God is.”
Every Christ follower needs a Biblical Worldview (Part One)
Believe it or not, every person has a worldview— a way of looking at, reacting to, and navigating this life. The question is, as a follower of Jesus, do you have a biblical worldview? Apostle Paul teaches, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect” (Romans 12:2). This verse encourages Christians to resist being molded by the patterns of
Developing A Biblical Worldview
If you’re a believer in Jesus, you need a biblical worldview to correctly understand and interpret the realities of life, including your...
