As followers of Jesus Christ, believers are called to a life of holiness and righteousness. The Bible is filled with verses that emphasize the importance of living a life free from sin after accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior. In this article, we will explore 12 questions that challenge sinning believers to reflect on their professed belief in Jesus’ death, burial, and bodily resurrection and the salvation which He purchased for them with His own blood.
Read MoreIn a world steeped in turmoil and transgressions, one of the most profound teachings we're called to practice, as born-again believers in Jesus Christ, is forgiveness. Just as a shepherd tends to his flock, we, as followers of Christ, are commanded to understand and embody the concept of forgiveness in all its depth and beauty. As the Apostle Paul aptly put it, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you" (Ephesians 4:32, ESV).
Read MoreIn the vast tapestry of God's redemption, there lies an ineffable moment when the Spirit comes to dwell in a new believer. "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." (2 Corinthians 5:17, ESV) Born again! A profound change takes place, as the old self is buried with Christ, and a completely new order of creation rises. The Holy Spirit descends upon us, igniting a holy fire that sets us apart from the world. What precisely happens when one is “born-again”, or transliterated in the Greek, “born from above”?
Read MoreAs Christians, we are called to live a life of love. Jesus tells us to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and we are to love our neighbors as ourselves. However, sometimes fear can get in the way of our ability to love.
Read MoreGrace is a foundational tenet of Christianity, and understanding its true nature is vital for a life of true faith. The Bible teaches that grace is the unmerited favor and kindness of God towards us, despite our unworthiness and sinful nature before salvation. It is a free gift that is given to all who believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
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