Jesus experienced balanced growth as a child, and His life offers a template for how we can grow as Christians today. Luke 2:52 says, “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.” In following His example, we will grow in wisdom (intellectually), in stature (physically), in favor with God (spiritually), and in favor with men (socially). Let’s explore practical ways to cultivate growth in these areas. Intellectual Growth (Growing in Wisdom) Intellectual development refers to the growth and changes in a person’s ability to think, reason, relate, judge, and form concepts through experience and […]
God's Love
A Christian Perspective on Sexual Morality
Introduction to Sexual Morality Sexual morality is a concept that goes beyond physical actions, touching on our choices, thoughts, and the way we understand God’s plan for relationships and intimacy. For Christians, understanding sexual morality means aligning our views with Scripture and reflecting on God’s purpose for human sexuality. The Bible is clear on the topic, offering both guidance and warnings about sexual behavior. Here, we’ll explore the Biblical view on sexuality, why it’s often misused, and the hope of redemption through Christ. God’s Original Intention for Sex In the Bible, sex is not presented as something shameful but rather […]
Pride: The Great Sin
Introduction: What Is Pride? One New Year’s Sabbath, we were asked to write down prayer requests for the year, what we’d like God to do for us that year. I sat there, wondering, “Now what do I write?” Then one request came to mind: “Lord, make me humble.” It felt like such a bold and rather unique thing to ask. Not health, not financial success—just humility. I scribbled the words down, folded the paper, and placed it in the prayer box, not realizing then what that prayer would cost me. God, in His grace, answered that prayer—just not in the […]
God’s Unconditional Love
Your Good Deeds Nor The Bad Ones Can Never Change God’s Perception Of You.
Effects of Random Acts of Kindness
Effects of Random Acts of Kindness Have you ever experienced a random act of kindness from a stranger? One day, I was driving along a busy highway, surrounded by large trucks and fast-moving cars. As I drove, a massive truck appeared in my rearview mirror. The driver kept flashing his lights. Naturally, I assumed something was wrong, maybe with his truck, so I pulled over to let him pass. He passed but didn’t go far. To my surprise, the truck stopped in the middle of the road. The driver got out and walked towards me, holding up traffic behind him. […]
4 Eternal Benefits of Following Christ
There’s a Hemphills song1 that I love. It begins in the first verse with these words: “I guess we should pity the man in this world, who must use the earth for a bit. And I guess we should pity the man who must toil, from dawn to dusk for his bread. But these can be rich if they have contentment, and share in God’s salvation plan.” It opens by prompting us to reflect on what is truly valuable in life, contrasting the daily toil of those who strive for material gain with the deeper riches found in contentment and […]
God’s Love
God’s Love has always manifested around us. Since creation, the invisible attributes are clearly seen by everyone. Believers and unbelievers alike.