Putting Love Into Practice
The Bible tells us that God is love (1 John 4:8), and that we are to love God and each other (Matthew 22:37-39). If we are to walk as Jesus walked, we must step out in love and live lives … Continued
The Bible tells us that God is love (1 John 4:8), and that we are to love God and each other (Matthew 22:37-39). If we are to walk as Jesus walked, we must step out in love and live lives … Continued
On any given Easter, millions of Christians worldwide come together to pay homage to Jesus of Nazareth and remember His sacrifice on the cross of Calvary. In somber services that elicit emotional responses through heart-wrenching hymns such as “The Old … Continued
In Acts 17:24-31, the apostle Paul vehemently encapsulates the heartbeat of the Christian faith before the men at Athens: “The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live … Continued
John the Baptist came ahead of Jesus, proclaiming the arrival of “the one who comes after me, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie,” (John 1:26). This message is again being proclaimed as the hour of … Continued
The compassion of Christ for humanity is revealed in the peace and rejuvenation He provides when we lay our burdens at His feet. In Jesus we find sanctuary for our souls. When we humble ourselves in a posture of repentance, … Continued
Christmastime can be a difficult time for many who may have lost a loved one or are separated from family members for one reason or another. As a divorced father, I have experienced the loneliest of times on Christmas, feeling … Continued
At first glance nativity scenes elicit the perception of peaceful simplicity with shepherds, sheep, Mary and Joseph and baby Jesus in a manger. A bright star shining in the sky on a beautiful silent night. However the profound complexity of … Continued
The title Prince of Peace is both comforting and encouraging, implying an intimate and nurturing relationship with God through Jesus Christ. It also implies sovereignty and power that transcends the barriers between mankind and God in an authoritative and confident … Continued
Agape (agápē; from the ancient Greek) is the highest form of love or charity. It is the love of God for all human beings. This is in contrast to philia (brotherly love), philautia (self love) or eros (romantic love). Agape … Continued