Consider a lesson that the ancient Israelites as the wilderness congregation never learned. It is a lesson thatās so elemental and essential to Godās way of life that embracing this lesson ensures that the followers of Christ can avoid the failures that ancient Israel made. Simply put the lesson that we are to learn is obedience to God and His way to eternal Life. It is by following Godās principles that we will be able to develop eternal relationships with Him and others of like mind. From … [Read more...] about Lessons Leading to Life
Conversion
Belief in Action
In the world of Psychology, a prominent figure, Doctor Jordan Peterson, has made quite a name for himself as an online influencer. Renowned for his insightful perspectives, he's gained recognition through his YouTube presence with classroom lectures, particularly those where he dissects classical tales. Notably, the timeless story of Pinocchio. You can really gain popularity debating on panels and in one-on-one news debates, notably regarding the compelled speech laws that they're passing in … [Read more...] about Belief in Action
Equality, Equity, and Justice
There are growing trends and attitudes in society towards authority, and I began to explore how it might be affecting the young adults within the Christian community. Besides the fact that authority is increasingly disregarded and disrespected, itās still expected to provide some semblance of justice. We can lament the fact that any kind of standard on which to base justice is quickly being dismantled. But regardless, people in general want justice, whatever that means to them. … [Read more...] about Equality, Equity, and Justice
What Makes a Hero?
The author of the book What Makes a Hero? The Surprising Science of Selflessness, Elizabeth Svoboda, writes in an article in the Washington Post: ā[Heroes] flash into public view like signal flares, dazzling us with their courageous and selfless acts. ā[Like] Wesley Autrey, who jumped onto New York City subway tracks to save a man from an oncoming train. Captain Chesley Sullenberger of US Airways, who landed his plane and passengers safely on New York's Hudson Riverā¦Charles Ramsey, who … [Read more...] about What Makes a Hero?
Reconciliation with God
Man was created to have a relationship with his Creator. The Father desires to have and is in the process of creating an eternal spiritual family. Mankind was created just for that purpose with Jesus Christ as the captain and author of eternal salvation: "But one testified in a certain place, saying: 'What is man that You are mindful of him, Or the son of man that You take care of him? You have made him a little lower than the angels; You have crowned him with glory and honor, And set him … [Read more...] about Reconciliation with God
The Purpose of Righteousness
Even within Christian churches that look fairly homogeneous doctrinally-speaking, we can find diverse attitudes. For example, there are currents of more liberal or fundamentalist approaches to religious practice. One such current that can be problematic within churches is self-rightness. I donāt mean the arrogant presumption that one is perfect. I mean the tendency to let ārighteousnessā become an idol. Itās an easy trap for any of us to fall into so we need to examine our motives … [Read more...] about The Purpose of Righteousness
The Truth Will Set You Free
The truth will set you free! This is a much-used phrase. You find it in Martin Luther Kingās speeches, inscribed on the headquarters wall of the CIA, and it was used in one of the most recent Marvel movie franchises. I would suggest that this scripture should not be read as superficially. We often hear it used in the sense that knowledge is power, or we can set somebody loose from their bondage if we can enlighten them of their false notions and correct them. … [Read more...] about The Truth Will Set You Free