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Skeptics and Critics: Debating

Most Christians I know choose not to engage in debates finding it pointless and a waste of their energy. While I completely understand, so often when it appears a person is debating, they are actually trying to seek answers and testing what they may believe as truth against what others believe. Though an unbeliever who wants to debate may truly intend to frustrate and stump you for their own personal satisfaction, so often there is a part of them that is seeking more than they care to admit. For this reason, it is so important to follow what the Bible … Continue reading →

Christians Aren’t Perfect

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I don’t recall meeting anyone who has actually claimed to be perfect, but I have seen those who have self-righteous attitudes. As much as it should be our goal to be more like Christ and perfect in heart and actions, as long as we live in a sinful world, there will be obstacles. Sadly sometimes the obstacles in life are other Christians who may mean well, but give less than wise council. Those who are younger or weaker in faith who put their trust in other believers might find some strength and comfort for a while, but eventually they will … Continue reading →

The Unbeliever and Christians Today

There seems to be a common misconception among many non-believers that they don’t need God because they’re doing just fine on their own. Many of these same people believe too that it is those who are “good” that make it into heaven. Of course, the truth is, sin is sin, and on our own none of us are “good enough” to deserve to be in the presence and glory of God who is perfect and holy. That is why we need Jesus and the gift of his sacrifice. It’s His blood that covers us just like the lamb’s blood did … Continue reading →

Holy Huddles or Reaching Outwards

Are we in danger of creating holy huddles? It appears we are. In Australia it was revealed in our latest monthly church newsletter that 60% of those who do not attend church have, ‘no close friends involved in a church.’ That is a staggering statistic and one that needs to be changed. In an effort to change this situation and try and connect with these people currently outside the church, the Anglican Synod has started an evangelistic plan called Connect 09. It’s great there is a plan set up to get the Word of God out to more people, and … Continue reading →

How Important is Timing?

Do you want to know God’s timing regarding events in your life? Following on from my last blog about John the Baptist, let’s look at the importance of timing in God’s plans, Jesus’ ministry, in the lives of those who followed Jesus and in our lives. Here are eight points from Mark 1:9-20. 1. Note the importance of timing, as verse 9 is connected back to John’s testimony about Jesus and the Holy Spirit in verse 8. The events meshed together so others could see God’s hand at work and His timing. Similarly I can look at my life and … Continue reading →

Learning As I Go

“And I, brethren, could not speak to you as spiritual people but as to carnal, as to babes in Christ. I fed you with milk and not with solid food; for until now you were not able to receive it…” (1 Corinthians 3:1-2; NKJV) At the age of 14 my dad made sure to remind me in quite the facetious way, “You never know more than you do at 14.” I think I got that for the remainder of my teen years. As a teenager I believed I had so much more of life figured out than I was given … Continue reading →

Harvest Time

I’m not talking about the season of harvest that comes each year. I’m talking about a harvest that is year round. It’s a harvest of souls in need of the Savior. Unfortunately, this harvest is in grave need of workers! “But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, ‘The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.’” (Matthew 9:37-38) As I look around … Continue reading →

Christmas Cheer or Christmas Fear

I wish I could say this time of the year was a time for joy and celebration for everyone. For some it’s a reminder of their lack. To others it might be a reminder that their loved one is really gone. Some find this season to be a time when once contained emotions surface ready to be dealt with in a new way. Christmas should be a time a time to really put into perspective whose birth it is that’s celebrated on this day and what the purpose of His coming was really about. The Lord Jesus has become such … Continue reading →

Do You Serve Religion or Christ?

This is a really a topic that you must know I write with the best intentions. I’ve blogged such topics as Religion vs. Faith, False Teachers, Sunday Christians and The Occult, just to name a few. But today I really want to view a slightly different facet; I want to address the definition of Christianity and touch on people’s fascination with religion. There is real danger in getting wrapped up in a religious mindset. Consider this blog the tie that binds the blogs I’ve mentioned. To be honest with you, I’m not sure what to even call myself anymore. I’m … Continue reading →

Missing the Old Life

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My husband and I often sit and reminisce about our earlier years. We met when he was 17 and I was 16. We recall the carefree days of being young and naive. Sometimes it’s tempting to relive parts of those days like when we first met, places we went together, the freedom we had with no kids to tote around… Every once in a while we’ll hear a song on the radio that brings us back to our younger years and want to get lost in that age again. How easy it is to look back at life being so … Continue reading →